Poland’s black metal titans BEHEMOTH announce the extreme metal event of 2025, featuring legendary Norwegian black metal pioneers SATYRICON as special guest. From the ancient lands of Greece, the ever-epic, ROTTING CHRIST complete ‘The Unholy Trinity’.
The tour embarks on April 4, 2025, in Vienna, Austria, and descends across major cities including Berlin, Paris, London, and Stockholm, before culminating in Prague, Czech Republic, on April 27, 2025.
Nergal, the iconic frontman of BEHEMOTH, expressed his excitement about the upcoming tour: “We are beyond thrilled to announce ‘The Unholy Trinity’ European tour. This will be a monumental event bringing together the dark forces of Behemoth, Satyricon, and Rotting Christ. We are excited to deliver our most intense and creative performances to date. Prepare for a night of unholy worship and metal mayhem!”
Fans can expect a night of incredible metal mastery, as each band bring their distinct and intense sounds to life on stage. BEHEMOTH‘s explosive performances, SATYRICON’s black metal majesty, and ROTTING CHRIST‘s dark, melodic ferocity will make this tour one for the ages!
Tour Dates:
4-April-2025 Austria – Vienna, Gasometer 5-April-2025 Germany – Munich, Zenith 6-April-2025 Germany – Berlin, Columbiahalle 8-April-2025 Switzerland – Zurich, Halle 622 11-April-2025 France – Paris, Olympia 12-April-2025 England – London, O2 Brixton Academy 13-April-2025 Netherlands – Tilburg, 013 Poppodium 15-April-2025 Germany – Cologne, E-Werk 16-April-2025 Germany – Wiesbaden, Schlachthof 18-April-2025 Sweden – Stockholm, B-K 20-April-2025 Norway – Oslo, Inferno Metal Festival Behemoth only 22-April-2025 Finland – Helsinki, Ice Hall 23-April-2025 Latvia – Riga, Palladium 25-April-2025 Poland – Wrocław, Orbita Hall 26-April-2025 Germany – Lichtenfels, Ragnaroek Festival Behemoth only 27-April-2025 Czech Republic – Prague, O2 Universum
Tickets go on sale this Friday, August 2nd at 11 AM CET! Don’t miss your chance to witness the convergence of these three legendary acts. For more information and ticket purchases, visit www.behemoth.pl.
BLUTGOTT release “Fire And Steel (Debauchery Version)”, the new single from the upcoming 3CD Album “Dracul Drakorgoth” (Massacre Records / VÖ 20.09).
“Fire And Steel” is a song about the attack of the World Eater Legion on the Imperial Palace in the conflict called Horus
Heresy or alternatively the storm of the Balgeroth Legion on the fortresses of the Imperium of Man in the Blutgott Universe, the World of Blood Gods. Or a mixture of both, a crossover.
The idea for the text comes from the Horus Heresy novels, the video primarily shows the Balgeroth Legion. Built from the Blutgott miniatures.
The music is a death metal tank that flattens everything.
In the encompassing conflict that is called the War of Balgeroth, the entire Trinity of Blood Gods is on Earth for a short while, Balgeroth, Setekh Drakorgaur and Dracul Drakorgoth. Balgeroth comes to Earth with part of his dragon legion fleets and attacks the entire planet-spanning Imperium of Mankind. His Blood Gods exterminate the human population and cover the land with an all-out war. The songs from recent albums such as Beasts of Balgeroth and Bloodking played against this backdrop. “Drachenlegion” focusses on the demon machines of the Balgeroth Legion. Draconic metal monsters from hell.
THE BLUTGOTT METAL UNIVERSE DEBAUCHERY– Monster Metal BLOOD GOD – Hard Rock & Heavy Metal BALGEROTH – German Metal
In 20 years, singer and guitarist Thomas Gurrath has created an entire band universe with over 30 CDs spread across more than 17 albums from Debauchery, Blood God and Balgeroth. He has united this Trinity of Blood Gods under the name BLUTGOTT.
Musically, the band moves across genres somewhere between Judas Priest, Slayer, AC/DC, Rammstein and Bolt Thrower. There is pounding death metal, classic heavy metal and groovy hardrock, sometimes with screeching vocals, sometimes with the distinctive monster voice, sometimes clean, and everything in between.
The lyrics – in German and English – deal with the band’s own dark fantasy universe: the World of Blood Gods. Named after the Blood Gods – biomechanical vampire dragons with demonic abilities.
The three most infamous are Bal-Geroth, the Bloodking of Knochenheim, Dracul Drakorgoth, the Debauchery Blood God and Setekh Drakorgaur, the Red Dragon. Together they form the Trinity of Blood Gods.
In the war zones of the past and future, on Earth, Eden, other planets and Hell, they fight brutal battles against elves, humans and dwarves, as well as other demons.The World of Blood Gods has its own miniatures and its own tabletop game, called Kings of Carnage.
Concerts of the various incarnations of the BLUTGOTT Metal Universe have been held throughout Europe, Russia and Asia. They have performed with Doro, Saxon, Dismember, Napalm Death, Destruction and many other well-known bands from the metal scene and played at major festivals such as Wacken, Summer Breeze and Bang Your Head. The albums are regularly in the top50 of the official German album charts.
The new album “Dracul Drakorgoth” will be released on September 20th and contains ten completely new songs each with the Debauchery Monster Voice, once with the German Balgeroth lyrics and also with the Blood God Heavy Metal voice. Available as 3CD Digi Pack, as limited edition box and the Debauchery and Balgeroth versions each as limited edition LP. Recorded by Dennis Ward (Unisonic, Krokus, Helloween).
VISION DIVINE have released a video for “The Broken Past” (featuring Fates Warning’s Ray Alder & Twilight Force/Trick Or Treat’s Alle Conti), first single taken from the new album “Blood And Angels’ Tears” to be released on September 20th by Scarlet Records.
The “Blood And Angels’ Tears” narrative revolves around three angels banished from heaven for their indecision during the cataclysmic war between Lucifer and Archangel Michael. After epochs of solitude, the three brothers stood upon the brink of reunion. Yet Ahreman remained steadfast in his reluctance. Asar and Kah-Kl-Han extended hands in plea. But Ahreman balked at their entreaties, loath to abandon his solitary vigil in the distant East. It would require all their efforts to sway him, his commitment secured with effort, as they embarked on their journey united.
video by Violex Video
comeback album for the band that best defined the Italian progressive power metal sound;
catchy and epic choruses combined with refined, fast and technical music;
first chapter of an engaging and compelling lyrical saga to be concluded with the following record;
featuring Ray Alder (Fates Warning), Alle Conti (Twilight Force, Trick Or Treat) and AC Wild (Bulldozer) as special guests on vocals;
mixed and mastered by Simone Mularoni at Domination Studio;
cover & artwork by Augusto Silva;
for fans of Labyrinth, Queensrÿche, Sanctuary, Savatage, Kamelot;
“Blood And Angels’ Tears” will be released in the following formats: digipack CD, vinyl LP, digital
artwork by Augusto Silva
The finest Italian prog-power metal prime movers are back for good, once again delivering a handful of glorious and smooth progressive power metal. An epic saga unfolding across two monumental records, with “Blood And Angels’ Tears” as its first part: set in a distant epoch before known civilizations, the narrative revolves around three angels banished from heaven for their indecision during the cataclysmic war between Lucifer and Archangel Michael.
Each album is a chapter in a grand movie-like tale: themes of redemption, unity and resilience permeate the melodic orchestrations and haunting vocals. Experience the cinematic majesty of “Blood And Angels’ Tears” where each note and lyric merges to evoke a timeless struggle and a heroic journey through the realms of ancient myth and fantastical imagination!
“Blood And Angels’ Tears” tracklist: Chapter I: War In Heaven Chapter II: The Ballet Of Blood And Angels’ Tears Chapter III: Once Invincible Chapter IV: Drink Our Blood (featuring Bulldozer’s AC Wild) Chapter V: When Darkness Comes Chapter VI: Preys Chapter VII: A Man On A Mission Chapter VIII: Go East Chapter IX: The Broken Past (featuring Fates Warning’s Ray Alder & Twilight Force/Trick Or Treat’s Alle Conti) Chapter X: Dice And Dancers Chapter XI: Lost
Vision Divine: Ivan Giannini – vocals Olaf Thorsen – guitars Federico Puleri – guitars Alessio Lucatti – keyboards, piano Andrea ‘Tower’ Torricini – bass Matt Peruzzi – drums
Polish extreme metal giants Behemoth are confirmed for Inferno Metal Festival 2025! Additionally, the festival announces Gaerea, Lamentari, and Rosa Faenskap for next year’s festival!
INFERNO METAL FESTIVAL 17. – 20. APRIL 2025
BEHEMOTH Polish band Behemoth has had a long career dating back to 1991. Over elevenalbums, the band has grown to become a giant in extreme metal and the biggestmetal band from Poland. With superb songs like “Conquer All,” “Blow YourTrumpets Gabriel,” “O Father O Satan O Sun!,” “Ov Fire and the Void,” and “Chantfor Eschaton 2000,” Behemoth has taken the world by storm. The band’s uniqueand distinctive music, blending black and death metal with lyrics about historyand occultism, has made Behemoth stand out from the crowd. The band hasn’tplayed at Inferno Metal Festival since 2015, and we are delighted to welcomethem back ten years later!
Gaerea The Portuguese black metal band Gaerea started in 2016. The band’s music can be described as atmospheric and moody, yet filled with razor-sharp riffs and aggressive drums. So far, the band has released three albums, with the fourth coming in October. Gaerea delivers electrifying performances, and we look forward to having the band back at Inferno Metal Festival!
The line-up includes: Behemoth, 1349, Tsjuder, Tiamat, Necrophobic, Blood Incantation, Gaerea, Aeternus, Seth, Abyssic, Spectral Wound, Lamentaria, Angist, Bythos, Schwein, Syn, Vorbid, Violent Magic Orchestra, RosaFaenskap + many more.
Every year, hundreds of metal fans from all over the world attend the festival and explore Norway’s capital city Oslo. In previous years, the festival has hosted several experiences for metal fans to explore the city’s darkest, but also most beautiful places, as well as offer enthusiasts a glimpse of Norway’s natural beauty, which has inspired many Norwegian artists in the past and still does. Stay tuned for more.
INFERNO OFFICIAL HOTEL: CLARION HOTEL THE HUB
The Inferno family: audience and artists, media and music industry will gather at the official festival hotel Clarion The Hub for happenings, partying and a good night sleep. The Inferno Music Conference will take place at the hotel in the daytime Thursday and Friday. For guests staying at the hotel, it will be Oslo’s best hotel breakfast until 11:00 (you don`t want to miss it) and free access to swimming pool and sauna.
The Hub boasts Oslo’s best location, right in the city centre, next to Oslo Central Station and the Airport Express Train – and only about a five minutes walk from the venues Rockefeller & John Dee, Salt, Kniven, Vaterland, Brewgata and Rock In. No expensive taxi rides! Extend your stay and experience Oslo!
Blackened death metal paragons PARACRONA are thrilled to announce the release of their mesmerizing new lyric video for “River of Pain,” the second single from their critically acclaimed album, “Sun God.”
Dive into the haunting and intense world of Paracrona with their latest release, “River of Pain.” This official lyric video takes you on a dark journey through the emotional depths and hidden secrets that plague our minds. The lyrics vividly depict fear, corruption, and the struggle to break free from an endless cycle of suffering.
In this gripping song, Paracrona explores themes of pain, fear, and the eerie presence of evil, reflecting on the sinister underbelly of fame and the twilight zone of endangered species. The haunting visuals in the video symbolize the hidden secrets of Hollywood, adding a layer of mystery and intrigue to the powerful lyrics.
Join PARACRONA on an evocative voyage with “Sun God”: an album that unearths the mysterious tapestry of ancient Egypt while drawing unsettling parallels with today’s world. Infused with the mystique of forgotten civilizations, “Sun God” transports listeners to a sonic landscape where echoes of the past reverberate through powerful, modern metal.
PARACRONA, born from the chance meeting of Ringo Christiaan Van Droffelaar and Øystein Hansen at Wacken Open Air in 2007, melds artistic vision with melodic intensity. Hailing from the Netherlands and Norway, these diverse talents, bonded by a love for metal music, embarked on a musical journey that redefined their artistry.
Their collaboration ignited in Oslo a few months later, intertwined Øystein’s seasoned guitar expertise, honed in bands like Fortid, with Ringo’s fervor for expression and songwriting finesse. The recording odyssey for “Sun God” began in the fall of 2016, resulting in a sonic exploration traversing metal styles, termed affectionately as “Titanium” or “Quantum Realism Metal.”
Themes of spiritual growth and societal struggle infuse their lyrics, encapsulating real-life chapters within each track. Despite hurdles, including Ringo’s battle with cancer in 2021, collaborations with professionals like Baard Kolstad and Fredrik Nordstrøm added finesse to their sound.
Live performances feature a talented roster, enhancing the experience. PARACRONA’s album release concert at Cosmopolite Scene in Oslo, featuring Blood Red Throne and Omnia Moritur, epitomized dedication to an unforgettable scene experience.
PARACRONA transcends being just a band; it’s a collective embodiment of resilience, passion, and artistic innovation. Join their journey, witness their sonic tapestry, and immerse yourself in the power of their music.
Line up: Ringo Christiaan Van Droffelaar – vocals Øystein Hansen – lead guitar Audun Melby – rhythm guitar Gregg Roland Schneider – bass
As the celestial dance between light and darkness continues, VIPASSI beckons their audience to witness a moment of absolute clairvoyance. Today, we proudly unveil the full band playthrough for Phainesthai, a keystone of the transcendent album Lightless, which was released on January 26th.
Building upon the void-like brilliance of their debut, Śūnyatā, VIPASSI’s Lightless transcends the ephemeral boundaries of instrumental progressive metal. This sophomore offering delves into the eternal themes of light casting shadows, and the band’s unparalleled musicianship evokes a symphony of intricate emotions.
Crafted within the walls of Bushido Studios in Melbourne and refined by the adept hands of sound engineer Troy Mccosker and mixing maestro Mark Lewis, Lightless is more than an album—it’s an invitation to a celestial labyrinth. VIPASSI‘s refined artistry and technical prowess breathe life into a world where the listener navigates the labyrinthine hex of their own subconscious.
The intricate patterns of Presland’s drumming intertwine with the eclectic guitar movements of Ben Boyle and Benjamin Baret, and the fretless bass tones of Arran McSporran, crafting a dynamic and ever-evolving aural landscape. This playthrough is not merely a display of skill but a portal to the realms where light and dark engage in eternal dichotomy.
Watch the playthrough now on the Season of Mist YouTube channel:
As well as being instrumental masters, VIPASSI have also crafted intricate narratives on their first single Phainesthai with a video shot, directed and edited by Jack Fontes. Watch it here.
In Buddhist tradition, VIPASSI is the twenty-second of the twenty-eight Buddhas. Etymologically, the name has its roots in clear vision – a being of extreme contemplation. The band of the same name is a world-spnning instrumental extreme metal band from the lands of Australia, France and the UK.
With members of acts such as Ne Obliviscaris, Black Lava, Hadal Maw & Virvum, their work on the 2017 debut album ‘Sunyata’, which has a loose signification of Emptiness or Void, set the grounds for a technically impressive and fully instrumental exploration of sonic textures in what can best be described as – a divine experience reaching the depths of the human soul.
Originally made as a project between Daniel Presland (Drums) and Ben Boyle (Guitars) as far back as 2007 to explore new concepts and sounds not currently engaged by their projects at the time, the band has since then grown and expanded to an international connection of like-minded musicians and virtuosos with Arran McSporran (Fretless Bass) and Benjamin Baret (Guitars).
Further exploring their labyrinthine textures and layers of sounds, the band VIPASSI is back with their sophomore album ‘Lightless’. The album shifts from the realm of the void towards a clash of light and dark – and sees the band expanding into even more technical and experimental realms, pushing the limits of their own ideas and abilities to heights unimagined when the band began all those years ago.
Lineup Daniel Presland – Drums Ben Boyle – Guitars & Synths Arran McSporran – Fretless Bass Benjamin Baret – Guitar Solos
Recording Bushido Studios, Melbourne, Australia with additional recording in Gandia, Spain & Bordeaux, France.
Production Sound Engineer – Troy Mccosker Mixing & Mastering Engineer – Mark Lewis Mixing (Live Version of Phainesthai) – Declan White
THE ROCK ALCHEMIST – Italian Rock Band from Turin with a strong sonic identity that blends modern rock with progressive, hard, alternative, and pop elements!
Kimmo Kuusniemi’s SARCOFAGUS return with a Historic 2010 Concert Video Premiere on YouTube! Click image to watch the video
