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The line-up of the 2026 edition of Elbriot gets some prominent additions. Next to Powerwolf being the headliner the legendary Savatage will perform at Grossmarkt, Hamburg. So far also confirmed are Thy Art Is Murder, Danko Jones and Orden Ogan. Elbriot 2026 will take place on August 8th, 2026 at Grossmarkt Hamburg and here is... Continue Reading →
In October 2026, two of the most influential forces in extreme metal join together for a monumental live assault: Behemoth and Dimmu Borgir will embark on the “In League With Satan” Co-Headline Tour, storming across Europe and the UK. As special guests, the Swedish black metal icons Dark Funeral will add even more ferocity to an already devastating lineup. This unholy trinity represents... Continue Reading →
Sir Roderick David "Rod" Stewart is currently on his "One More Time" tour, which includes European shows. Born in Highgate, England, Stewart is widely regarded as one of the greatest rock and pop musicians. His impressive repertoire includes timeless classics, whether they are his own songs or excellent interpretations of tunes from other great musicians.... Continue Reading →
Even after more than three decades since the release of their legendary debut album “Burn My Eyes,” Californian metal giants Machine Head remain one of the most vital and successful bands in the history of global thrash metal. Stylistically always at the cutting edge, yet significantly independent and therefore absolutely timeless, the quartet played their... Continue Reading →
It’s mid-November. The darker season of the year is in full swing, and Christmas is just around the corner. The time is right for Tarja to continue her Christmas-themed musical journey with an album called “Score for a Dark Christmas.” The album will be released on December 5, 2025, via earMUSIC and it connects to... Continue Reading →
Tonight, I’m exploring a new venue. The Georg Elser Halle in Hamburg opened earlier this year, and this is my first visit to the venue. Part of the historic Flakbunker building, which has become a popular destination thanks to its additional levels, roof garden and hotel, the Georg Elser Halle is located there too, named... Continue Reading →
To celebrate the release, Danko Jones will hit the road this winter for the “Danko Jones Is What You Need” European Tour 2025, with Tuk Smith & The Restless Hearts supporting on most dates: 19.11.2025 FI Helsinki – Tavastia21.11.2025 SE Stockholm – Münchenbryggeriet22.11.2025 NO Oslo - Vulkan Arena25.11.2025 DE Hamburg - Markthalle26.11.2025 DE Osnabrück –... Continue Reading →
German punk rock band Sondaschule will be on the road in December 2025 with one show, the guys will play at Alsterdorfer Sporthalle on December 19, 2025. Here are all tour dates: 19.11.2025 Zürich, Dynamo21.11.2025 Wien, Arena28.11.2025 Berlin, Columbiahalle29.11.2025 Hannover, Swiss Life Hall11.12.2025 Stuttgart, Im Wizemann12.12.2025 Wiesbaden, Schlachthof (sold out)13.12.2025 Düsseldorf, Mitsubishi-Electric-Halle19.12.2025 Hamburg, Sporthalle20.12.2025 Leipzig,... Continue Reading →
Napalm Death will embark on a European/UK tour in 2026 which includes a show at Gruenspan, Hamburg on February 14th, 2026. With them on tour will be Whiplash and Varukers plus one band to be announced.
Blues Pills and DeWolff will embark on a tour which includes five shows in Germany. On March 27th, 2026 bands will play a show at Fabrik, Hamburg and presale has already started.
One and a half years after having played a fulminant show at Gruenspan, Hamburg, NYC hardcore pioneers Agnostic Front will return to Hamburg as part of their upcoming "Echoes in Eternity" tour. Agnostic Front will play at Gruenspan, Hamburg on February 7th, 2026. Support: Wisdom In Chains and Raw Brigade
After a successful premiere in 2025, the South of Heaven Festival in Maastricht will return next year. On June 6 and 7, 2026, the city will once again become a meeting place for metal fans from all over Europe. The festival near the German/Dutch border has now announced its complete lineup. But that's not all:... Continue Reading →
After more than three decades at the forefront of progressive metal, Swedish icons Opeth are bringing their monumental live experience to Italy for two exclusive summer dates in 2026. July 10 – Pompei – Anfiteatro Degli ScaviJuly 11 – Bologna – Sequoie Music Park Following the announcement of select appearances across Europe (Halifax-UK, Dublin-Ireland, Rättvik-Sweden),... Continue Reading →
The crossover kings, H-Blockx, have been on the rise for a while now. There has been a lot of activity at the H-Blockx camp recently, and their current tour is just one example of this. After celebrating the anniversary of their debut album last year, the four-piece band from Münster, Germany, are now on their... Continue Reading →
Metal veterans Savatage announced the “Prelude To Madness” tour, including some headliner- and festival shows in Europe. Metalheads in the greater Hamburg area can look forward with excitement since Savatage will play the Wacken Festival as well as Elbriot 2026.
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