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Graspop 2025

Graspop Metal Meeting 2025

June 19-20-21-22, 2025


Analysis 'This Is Tokyo' Video

Official music video

'This Is Tokyo' video thumbnail

The video is the official music video for “This Is Tokyo” by German power metal band Helloween. It’s an energetic ode to Tokyo, both visually and musically, with fast riffs and impressive vocals by Andi Deris. The video is part of their upcoming album and is released via Reigning Phoenix Music. It also seems to fit in with their tour, which will visit several cities in Europe, including Tilburg, London and Paris.

Deconstructing The Helloween Album, "Giants & Monsters"

Anticipation Builds: Deconstructing the Impending Helloween Album, 'Giants & Monsters'

The world of power metal is abuzz. The titans of German metal, Helloween, are poised to unleash their latest offering, tentatively titled "Giants & Monsters." While official details remain tantalizingly sparse, the very existence of a new album, coupled with the historical weight and unwavering quality associated with the band, has ignited fervent speculation and fervent anticipation amongst fans worldwide. This article will delve into the available information, analyze potential musical directions, and explore the overall significance of this upcoming release within Helloween’s already illustrious discography.

In Memory: Ingo Schwichtenberg

A Bittersweet Remembrance:
30 Years after the Death of Ingo Schwichtenberg

Ingo Schwichtenberg

Today, March 8, 2025, marks a sad and reflective milestone: the30th anniversary of the passing of Ingo Schwichtenberg, the renowned and simultaneously tragic drummer of German power metal band Helloween. A decade of inspiration and musical innovation was abruptly ended, and the void he left behind resonates in the hearts of countless fans worldwide to this day.

Helloween: March Of Time

40 Years of Innovation and Music

with the European Tour and the 'Best Of' Album 'March Of Time'

Helloween March Of Time album cover

In the world of heavy metal, there are only a few bands that can boast a history spanning four decades, and Helloween is without a doubt one of the most influential and iconic groups within this genre. Founded in 1984 in Hamburg, Germany, Helloween have left an unmistakable mark on the music world, with their unique blend of speed metal, power metal and melodic elements. 2024 marks the band's 40th anniversary, a milestone that not only looks back on their rich history, but also looks ahead to the future with a new European tour and the 'best of' album 'March Of Time'.

Signum Regis covered Helloween's 'Power'

Signum Regis bandpicture

Signum Regis is a Slovakian power metal band founded in 2007 by bassist and songwriter Ronnie König. Although often labeled as a power metal band, their music is also described as melodic metal with a focus on progressive metal.

Their debut album, "Signum Regis," was released in 2008. In 2015, they participated in the Spark Fresh Blood competition and emerged as the winner. In 2018, vocalist Mayo Petranin left the band, and in 2019, João "Jota" Fortinho became the new vocalist, leading to the release of "The Seal of a New World." Their latest album, "Undivided," was released in 2023 and received positive reception across Europe, with Rock Hard France naming it the CD of the month.