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Running Wild to release new studio album “Blood on Blood” on October 29th 2021

There are plenty of reasons why Rock ‘n’ Rolf Kasparek is so happy with “Blood on Blood”. Says Rolf: “We all know the difficulties the cultural sector was faced with during the lockdown. On the other hand, it also gave me and many other artists some extra time since most releases had to be postponed. I used that time to fine-tune every little detail of my new material. The result is an album that in my opinion is probably the best in Running Wild’s career to date.

Kryptos to release new studio album “Force of Danger” on October 1st 2021

Kryptos was formed in 1998 in Bangalore, India and have long been considered as one of the spearheads of the Indian heavy metal revolution. With five critically acclaimed albums under their belt, they have supported some of metal’s biggest names like Iron Maiden, Testament, Kreator, Exodus, Death Angel and many more, earning themselves a reputation as a fiery and exciting live act.

Helloween - Helloween

Well, this eponymous album by the Pumpkins reunited with not one but two prodigal sons, namely the godfather of European Power Metal, Kai Hansen and the charismatic Michael “Michi” Kiske, is something that cynics might say that was expected, after their “reunion” tour of a couple of years ago. On the other hand, just like “classic” bands reunion albums it’s also a benchmark to see if the chemistry is still present when the classic writers of a band, get back together.

Helloween to release new self-titled studio album on June 18th 2021

This was the ardent wish of thousands of fans calling out to Andi Deris, Michael Kiske, Michael Weikath, Kai Hansen, Markus Grosskopf, Sascha Gerstner and Dani Löble during the Pumpkins United World Tour - and their dream has come true! With the upcoming album, simply titled “Helloween”, the band opens a new chapter after a glorious 35 year long career.

Helloween to release new single “Skyfall” on April 2nd 2021

The sensation was perfect – Helloween, who has sold more than 10 million records worldwide, being one of the most respected German metal bands since 1984, announced their Pumpkins United World Tour in 2016. The media was raving about the Tour of the Year, playing 69 shows in 32 countries all over the world.

Thorium to release new studio album “Empires in the Sun” on March 5th 2021

The second Thorium album “Empires in the Sun” will be released on March 5th, 2021, via Freya Records. The record is now available for pre-order here.

For the epic trilogy “1302” the band acquired the help of several renowned guest vocalists: Arjen Anthony Lucassen (Ayreon), Benny “Zors” Willaert (23 Acez), Joe Van Audenhove (Evil Invaders) and Anneleen Olbrechts. Moreover, Norman Eshley (Blind Guardian) lent his warm voice to provide the narration on a selection of songs.

Helloween announce Dirkschneider as special guest for upcoming Fall 2020 European Tour

Dirkschneider is confirmed as the special guest for Helloween’s upcoming “United Alive Part II” European tour 2020.

Udo Dirkschneider and his band will be performing songs solely from his era with Accept, the band he experienced his worldwide breakthrough with at the beginning of the 80s. His voice is the soul of such timeless hits as “Metal Heart”, “Princess of the Dawn” and “Balls to the Wall”.