International powerhouse BEAST IN BLACK proudly announce an extended European tour for 2026. Some shows will be announced during their tour with Helloween, which starts next week. Stay tuned over the next two months to find out if your country and city are on the list.
The band comments: “We’re beyond thrilled to announce our headlining tour for the end of 2026, which will be the live presentation of the fourth Beast In Black album. Sonata Arctica as special guests and Frozen Crown as support will join us on this journey; we’re delighted to share the stage with these incredible bands. We promise you a show like no other from Beast In Black, and we guarantee a night you’ll always remember.”
26.10.2026 TBA 27.10.2026 BE Brussels, Ancienne Belgique 28.10.2026 NL Tilburg, O13 29.10.2026 DE Leipzig, Haus Auensee 31.10.2026 AT Vienna, Gasometer Wien 01.11.2026 HU Budapest, Barba Negra 02.11.2026 CZ Zlin, Sports Hall Datart 03.11.2026 TBA 05.11.2026 DE Berlin, Columbiahalle 06.11.2026 DE Hanover, Swiss Life Hall 07.11.2026 DE Ludwigsburg, MHPArena 08.11.2026 DE Offenbach, Stadthalle 09.11.2026 TBA 11.11.2026 ES Barcelona, Razzmatazz 1 12.11.2026 TBA 13.11.2026 ES Bilbao, Santana 27 14.11.2026 TBA 15.11.2026 TBA 17.11.2026 TBA 18.11.2026 TBA 20.11.2026 DE Munich, Zenith München 21.11.2026 TBA 22.11.2026 TBA 23.11.2026 TBA 24.11.2026 TBA 25.11.2026 SE Stockholm, Fryshuset Arenan 27.11.2026 TBA 28.11.2026 TBA 05.12.2026 TBA
Today marks the epic convergence of three cultural titans: Diablo®, the critically acclaimed franchise that defined the Action RPG genre; acclaimed manga, Berserk; and Finnish heavy metal band, BEAST IN BLACK, who have collaborated to launch an exclusive track ‘Enter The Behelit.’ Releasing on limited-edition vinyl and worldwide digital distribution, a music video debuts today as well to mark the unleashing of this unholy event.
The crossover event with Berserk – the beloved, classic manga written and illustrated by Kentaro Miura – will take place in Diablo® IV and its mobile instillation, Diablo Immortal, beginning May 6 and May 1 respectively. Both Diablo and Berserk explore themes of good versus evil against a backdrop of terrifying darkness, making this crossover a perfect match for fans.
The Maxi Single
The limited-edition maxi single will feature a brand-new song ‘Enter The Behelit’ from BEAST IN BLACK, inspired by Berserk and produced exclusively for the game, as well as remastered versions of fan favourite tracks ‘Die By The Blade’ from the album From Hell With Love, and ‘The Fifth Angel’ from the band’s debut album, Berserker. With many songs taking inspiration from Berserk story and characters, the Finnish heavy metal band’s music often reflects the undercurrents of struggle, fighting against overwhelming odds, and battling inner demons – themes that are prevalent in the games of the Diablo franchise.
Two hundred maxi singles have been lathe cut on black and red marbled vinyl and feature artwork from Diablo IV and Diablo Immortal, all created hand in hand the Diablo art team and the Berserk IP holders. The front of the vinyl heroes Diablo IV, while the back features key art from Diablo Immortal. The vinyl also includes a turntable zoetrope slipmat, band stickers, behind the scenes negative photos and concept art from the Diablo IV development team behind the Berserk partnership.
The essence that swells in boundless volumes from the juxtaposition of light and darkness, angels and demons, good and evil, the carnal and the spiritual, is the key that seamlessly binds together the aesthetics and narratives of Diablo, Berserk and Beast In Black’’, said Anton Kabanen, guitarist and songwriter on BEAST IN BLACK. “To somewhat poetically reflect on this extraordinary yet congruous collaboration I can say it feels almost as if this newborn and destined-to-be trinity has been designed by the God Hand itself. On behalf of Beast In Black’s team I express our sincerest gratitude to the dedicated teams at Blizzard, Berserk and Nuclear Blast. Thank you for making this happen. And finally, my individual acknowledgement and bottomless gratitude goes – as always – to Kentaro Miura’’.
The track will be digitally distributed by Beast in Black’s record label, Nuclear Blast, and will go live on streaming platforms on April 28th, with a music video being launched on Nuclear Blast’s YouTube channel.
‘Enter The Behelit’ is accompanied by a bespoke video from award winning director, Katri Ilona Koppanen, who also directed the music videos for BEAST IN BLACK tracks: ‘Moonlight Rendezvous’, ‘Hardcore’, ‘Power Of The Beast’ and ‘One Night In Tokyo’. The exclusive video features an animated trailer, inspired by Diablo and Berserk and incorporates the band’s love of the manga and gothic art of Diablo, bringing the story of ‘Enter The Behelit’ to life.
Shot in Helsinki, Finland, the music video will also receive a behind the scenes making of video showcassing the collision of the dark worlds of Diablo x Berserk, with the support of Beast in Black.
Berserk Crossover in Diablo Games
Diablo IV Season 8: Belial’s Return, will launch on 29th April and heralds the return of Belial, one of Diablo’s Great Evils, and marks the continuation of Diablo’s dark storytelling in the form of challenging boss fights and even greater spoils.
For the month of May, Diablo players will have the chance to slaughter demons donning iconic Berserk-themed cosmetics. to date and incredible in-game content.
In Diablo IV, this includes the Berserker armour for the Barbarian, Skull Knight skin for the Necromancer, as well as the “Chimimoryo” as an in-game pet. Additional items can also be earned through gameplay or for purchase in the in-game shop.
In Diablo Immortal, players will be able to gear up in Guts’ Berserker armour or Griffith’s incarnated armour, play alongside a Golem as a familiar, and even face off against iconic characters from the Manga series. The crossover includes a boss fight with Nosferatu Zodd, one of the most formidable foes of the Berserk series, an eclipse inspired Survivor’s Bane mini-game and Griffith and Guts inspired cosmetics for every class of the game.
BEAST IN BLACK is known for their dynamic blend of power metal, 80s pop, and electronic music. Their critically acclaimed albums Berserker, From Hell With Love, and Dark Connection have solidified their global presence, along with notable tours and festival appearances. Their energetic live performances and unique sound have made them a standout act in the modern metal scene.
Today, BEAST IN BLACK unleash a new tune, along with a magnificent video – ‘Power Of The Beast’!
This electrifying, uptempo anthem captures the essence of BEAST IN BLACK´s signature style, featuring powerful riffs, soaring vocals, and an unforgettable chorus that will have you singing along.
The video for ‘Power Of The Beast’ is directed by Katri Koppanen, who has previously directed BEAST IN BLACK’s stunning visuals for ‘Moonlight Rendezvous’, ‘One Night In Tokyo’ and ‘Hardcore’.
Mastermind Anton Kabanen comments: “’Power Of The Beast’ takes us one step further in showcasing our passion towards high energy music, unstoppable beats, solid melodies, (synth)riffs and a meaningful message. It’s dedicated to everyone who’s in need of encouragement, motivation, determination and inner strength to aspire onward. The message of the song is like the unyielding attitude and empowering resolution of Guts, the protagonist from the manga “Berserk”. That said, the lyrics are indeed a hybrid based off “Berserk” and my own lifeview and experiences. With musical influences heavily permeated by the so called Super Eurobeat, which I have absorbed through the years, I think it’s fairly justified – but obviously with a tongue in cheek – to describe this song as Super Eurobeast! It’s the first of its kind but we promise you it’s definitely not gonna be the last!”
Music video director Katri Koppanen tells about her inspiration for the video: “I began working on the music video script when only fragments of the lyrics were available, and Anton had just a few initial ideas about the song text. Even in the early stages, it was clear that the song’s message was going to be empowering and energetic, which resonated with me, especially given how dark, chaotic, and overwhelming the world has become in recent years. Quite often, I catch myself missing the innocence of movies from the 80s and 90s, where bad guys always got what they deserved. Inspired by that, I wanted to create something fun based on my favorite movies from that era—something that leaves you in a good mood at the end.”
The festival season is almost done and international powerhouse BEAST IN BLACK are already gearing up for their next round of live dates, which will take them across USA and Canada for 31 shows.
Today they present their fans with a captivating music video of the track ‘To The Last Drop Of Blood’, taken from their latest album Dark Connection.
Witness the raw talent and unparalleled chemistry of each band member as they come together to create an unforgettable concert experience. From dynamic solos to breathtaking vocal performances, this live video showcases BEAST IN BLACK at the peak of their musical prowess.
The video was shot during their European tour between November 30 and December 5, 2022, directed by Damien Dausch from Psyrus Studio.
The band comments: “As we hit bigger and bigger stages in front of tens of thousands of fans, the power of the Beast continues to break loose! We also want to show this madness to those people who have never had the chance to see us live. For that, we chose a powerful song from our latest album, Dark Connection, and we asked Damien Dausch to film it on some shows of the tour. Now, we can proudly present you the music video for ´To The Last Drop Of Blood´! We hope it brings the big arena feeling into your home.”
Catch BEAST IN BLACK live on their dates in the USA and Canada! Special guest: DANCE WITH THE DEAD 07.09 USA Atlanta, GA – ProgPower USA 08.09. USA Richmond, VA – The Canal Club 09.09. USA Baltimore, MD – Baltimore Soundstage 10.09. USA Millvale, PA – Mr. Smalls Theatre 11.09. USA New York, NY – Gramercy Theatre 12.09. USA Harrisburg, PA – Harrisburg Midtown Arts Center 13.09. USA Cambridge, MA – The Middle East 15.09. USA Quebec City, QC – Imperial Bell 16.09. CAN Montreal, QC – Club Soda 17.09. CAN Toronto, ON – The Axis Club Theatre 20.09. CAN Winnipeg, MB – The Park Theatre 21.09. CAN Saskatoon, SK – Louis’ 22.09. CAN Calgary, AB – Dickens 23.09. CAN Edmonton, AB – The Starlite Room 25.09. CAN Vancouver, BC – Rickshaw Theatre 26.09. USA Seattle, WA – Substation Seattle 27.09. USA Portland, OR – Star Theater 29.09. USA Roseville, CA – Goldfield Trading Post 30.09. USA Santa Ana, CA – The Observatory 01.10. USA Mesa, AZ – Nile Theater 03.10. USA Salt Lake City, UT – Metro Music Hall 04.10. USA Denver, CO – Gothic Theatre 06.10. USA Dallas, TX – Granada Theater 07.10. USA San Antonio, TX – The Rock Box 08.10. USA Houston, TX – White Oak Music Hall 09.10. USA Baton Rouge, LLA – Chelsea’s Live 10.10. USA Birmingham, AL – Saturn 11.10. USA Nashville, TN – Exit/In 13.10. USA West Palm Beach, FL – Respectable Street 14.10. USA Tampa, FL – The Orpheum 15.10. USA Winter Park, FL – The Conduit
Also check out the European dates for 2024! GLORY AND THE BEAST – DOUBLE HEADLINE TOUR 2024 with GLORYHAMMER SPECIAL GUEST: BROTHERS OF METAL
10.01.24 SE Stockholm, Arenan Fryshuset 11.01.24 NO Oslo, Sentrum Scene 12.01.24 DK Roskilde, Epic Fest 13.01.24 DE Hamburg, Edel Optics Arena 14.01.24 NL Tilburg, 013 Poppodium 16.01.24 CH Zurich, Volkshaus 17.01.24 IT Milan, Alcatraz 19.01.24 DE Munich, TonHalle 20.01.24 HU Budapest, Barba Negra Red Stage 21.01.24 CZ Zlin, Sports Hall Datart 23.01.24 AT Vienna, Gasometer 24.01.24 PL Krakow, Studio 26.01.24 DE Leipzig, Haus Auensee 27.01.24 DE Oberhausen, Turbinenhalle 28.01.24 DE Wiesbaden, Schlachthof 30.01.24 FR Paris, Olympia 01.02.24 BE Brussels, Ancienne Belgique 02.02.04 DE Geiselwind, Eventhalle 03.02.04 DE Stuttgart, Wagenhallen 04.02.04 DE Saarbrücken, Garage 06.02.04 UK London, O2 Forum Kentish Town
The metal music scene is about to witness an unforgettable spectacle as two powerhouses of the genre, BEAST IN BLACK and GLORYHAMMER, announce their long-awaited co-headline tour for 2024. Aptly named “Glory and the Beast”, this tour promises to be a monumental experience for metal enthusiasts worldwide. The tour will be further supported by the remarkable BROTHERS OF METAL.
With an electrifying combination of symphonic power metal, infectious melodies, and captivating performances, BEAST IN BLACK and GLORYHAMMER have been leading the charge in redefining the genre. Their shared passion for creating larger-than-life experiences through their music has propelled them to international stardom.
BEAST IN BLACK, known for their powerhouse vocals, epic guitar solos, and driving rhythms, have amassed a devoted fan base since their inception. Led by the charismatic frontman Yannis Papadopoulos, the band has been breaking barriers with their energetic live shows and chart-topping releases, making them a force to be reckoned with.
“Glory and the Beast – Double Headline Tour 2024” will kick off in January/February 2024, igniting stages across Europe with its unstoppable force. This is an opportunity for metal enthusiasts to witness two of the most exciting bands in the genre coming together for an unmissable spectacle.
Ticket sales for the “Glory and the Beast – Double Headline Tour 2024” will commence on the 9th of June at 4 pm. Fans are advised to secure their tickets early to avoid disappointment, as demand is expected to be extremely high.
COBRA AGENCY AND CONTRA ARE EXTREMELY PROUD TO PRESENT GLORY AND THE BEAST – DOUBLE HEADLINE TOUR 2024 SPECIAL GUEST: BROTHERS OF METAL
10.01.24 SE-Stockholm, Arenan Fryshuset 11.01.24 NO-Oslo, Sentrum Scene 12.01.24 DK-Roskilde, Epic Fest 13.01.24 DE-Hamburg, Edel Optics Arena 14.01.24 NL-Tilburg, 013 Poppodium 16.01.24 CH-Zurich, Volkshaus 17.01.24 IT-Milan, Alcatraz 19.01.24 DE-Munich, TonHalle 20.01.24 HU-Budapest, Barba Negra Red Stage 21.01.24 CZ-Zlin, Sports Hall Datart 23.01.24 AT-Vienna, Gasometer 24.01.24 PL-Krakow, Studio 26.01.24 DE-Leipzig, Haus Auensee 27.01.24 DE-Oberhausen, Turbinenhalle 28.01.24 DE-Wiesbaden, Schlachthof 30.01.24 FR-Paris, Olympia 01.02.24 BE-Brussels, Ancienne Belgique 02.02.04 DE-Geiselwind, Eventhalle 03.02.04 DE-Stuttgart, Wagenhallen 04.02.04 DE-Saarbrücken, Garage 06.02.04 UK-London, O2 Forum Kentish Town
Finnish-Hungarian-Greek powerhouse BEAST IN BLACK kick off the new year with a brand-new video release for ‘Blade Runner’, another single from their critically acclaimed latest album Dark Connection. The live performance video, which perfectly captures the band’s mesmerising stage energy, was shot at Rock The Lakes festival in Vallamand, Switzerland, on August 21st 2022. The video was directed by Damien Dausch from Psyrus Studio.
The band comments on the video: “We returned to Damien Dausch, the ‘king of live video recordings’, to shoot a new music video for the opening track of our latest album, Dark Connection. His unparalleled skills place the watcher in the front row, and even on stage, while we play the explosive track ‘Blade Runner’.”
The band also proudly announces the launch of their upgraded “One Night In Tokyo” game! New features and updated gameplay mean that YOU can discover the futuristic dreamscapes of mesmerizing and exciting Tokyo all over again. Play the “One Night In Tokyo” game here: https://beastinblack.com/game.php
Game design and development – Claudio Cimini Visual design – Pasquale Moretti
After many postponed tours and hope for better times, BEAST IN BLACK are finally embarking on a massive headline European tour to present their latest album, Dark Connection!
BEAST IN BLACK DARK CONNECTION TOUR 2023 special guest: FIREWIND 27.01.2023 LISBON, Lisboa ao Vivo 29.01.2023 MADRID, Mon 30.01.2023 MURCIA, Garaje 31.01.2023 BARCELONA, Salamandra 02.02.2023 BILBAO, Stage Live 04.02.2023 LYON, CCO 05.02.2023 PARIS, Cigale 06.02.2023 STRASBOURG, La Laiterie 07.02.2023 GRENOBLE, L Ilyade 08.02.2023 MILAN, Live Club 10.02.2023 PRATTELN, Z7 11.02.2023 MUNICH, Tonhalle 13.02.2023 VIENNA, Arena 14.02.2023 STUTTGART, LKA Longhorn 15.02.2023 OBERHAUSEN, Turbinenhalle 16.02.2023 HAARLEM, Patronaat (SOLD OUT) 18.02.2023 LIEGE, Reflektor 19.02.2023 ANTWERP, Trix 20.02.2023 LONDON, Islington Assembly Hall 21.02.2023 BIRMINGHAM, O2 Institute 2 22.02.2023 BRISTOL, The Fleece (SOLD OUT) 23.02.2023 MANCHESTER, Club Academy (UPGRADED) 24.02.2023 GLASGOW, Garage (UPGRADED) 25.02.2023 DUBLIN, Academy (UPGRADED) 28.02.2023 FRANKFURT, Batschkapp 01.03.2023 HANNOVER, Capitol 02.03.2023 COPENHAGEN, Amager Bio 03.03.2023 HAMBURG, Gruenspan (SOLD OUT) 04.03.2023 MALMÖ, KB 05.03.2023 STOCKHOLM, Fryshuset Klubben 06.03.2023 OSLO, Vulkan Arena 07.03.2023 GOTHENBURG, Trädgårn 09.03.2023 BERLIN, Huxleys 10.03.2023 LEIPZIG, Felsenkeller 11.03.2023 ZLIN, Masters of Rock Café (SOLD OUT) 12.03.2023 BUDAPEST, Barba Negra 14.03.2023 KRAKOW, Studio 15.03.2023 WARSAW, Progresja 16.03.2023 BRATISLAVA, Majestic Music Club 18.03.2023 CLUJ-NAPOCA, Form Space 19.03.2023 BUCAREST, Quantic Club 20.03.2023 SOFIA, Hristo Botev Hall 21.03.2023 THESSALONIKI, Principal Club Theater (without Firewind) 22.03.2023 ATHENS, Gagarin 205 (without Firewind)
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