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Eisheilige Nacht tour kick-off
It has become a tradition for me to finish my concert year with either Eisheilige Nacht or a Swiss band. This time, I can combine the two and spend the weekend near Basel with my two metal buddies. The first show we are going to see is the Eisheilige Nacht tour kick-off at the legendary Z7 in Pratteln.
The Swiss Weekend, first Impressions
No big words, just first pics of two great though very different Swiss events. Detailed reports will follow soon about Eisheilige Nacht and Finale Furioso!!!
Eisheilige Nacht 2025 – are you ready?
It has become a tradition to celebrate the Eisheilige Nacht festivals in December. Subway to Sally came up with the idea in 2009 and so, here we are again in 2025, with nine concerts altogether in Germany and one in Switzerland, the opener. We will report on the start of the tour at Z7 Konzertfabrik in Pratteln on 12. December!
Protydiya – Unfathomed Gradients (EP)
I sometimes have the feeling, nowadays everything must be called “progressive” even though it is just average music for the masses. “Unfathomed Gradients” is a nice effort to bring progressive metal to a level which is different to this “mainstream” progressive metal. Give it a chance and check it out, you won’t regret it.
Alestorm returns to the US with Gloryhammer and special guests Glyph at the Summit Music Hall in Denver, Colorado 9-26-2025
It had been a few years since I last saw Alestorm and was really looking forward to covering their show in Denver. Joining them were Gloryhammer and Glyph. Alestorm were touring supporting their new album, The Thunderfist Chronicles. I arrived at the Summit about a half hour before doors opened to a line of people down the block and around the corner.
Amorphis – Borderland
Borderland is unusual for Amorphis but still clearly Amorphis. Some people might miss the rougher side of the band. Others will appreciate this different side to the band. The producer’s softer influence is undeniable. Consider it an experiment in crossing borders. Welcome to the “Borderland”, Amorphis. Welcome to a new shore everybody outside in the world!
Autumn News
Summer is over. Open Air Festival season is over. Winter is coming. We nevertheless stop in between for an autumn overlook.
Rhapsody Of Fire brings their Challenge the Wind tour to Denver Colorado’s Oriental Theater September 16, 2025
I have waited a long time to see Rhapsody of Fire and it was a real treat to...
Mud, Metal, and Magic – Metalacker Open Air 2025 Tennenbronn
Despite the muddy conditions, the family-friendly atmosphere and stellar lineup invites many fans to the Metalacker 2025 in the heart of the Black Forest.
The scorching Metal inferno – Summer Breeze Open Air 2025
Experience the raw power and unwavering spirit of metal at Summer Breeze 2025, where a sold-out crowd of 45,000 fans braved scorching 35+ degree heat for an unforgettable lineup of world-class bands.









