Hell's Heroes VII: Thursday Pass in Houston - Mar 20, 2025

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Raven

24 concerts

Newcastle-born Heavy Metal pioneers Raven, known for explosive riffs and early ‘80s metal alongside Metallica, deliver relentless, classic tracks after decades of highs and struggles.

Castle Rat

23 concerts

Brooklyn’s Castle Rat is a Medieval Fantasy Heavy Metal band led by Riley Pinkerton. Known for epic stoner/doom sounds, they've toured the US Southwest and played DesertFest NYC.

Hirax

7 concerts

Hirax, from Buena Park, CA, formed in 1984, is a notable thrash metal band led by Katon W. DePena. Known for high-pitched vocals and short, hardcore-influenced songs, they released key albums like *Raging Violence* and *Hate, Fear and Power*. Despite early struggles, their cult following grew. Collaborations include Scott Owen, Ron McGovney, and former D.R.I. drummer Eric Brecht. Revived in 2000, they released *The New Age of Terror* in 2004, solidifying their place in speed and thrash metal history.

Enforcer

2 concerts

Sweden's Enforcer, formed by Olof Wikstrand, melds heavy, speed, and glam metal. Known for "Into the Night" and "Diamonds," they’ve toured globally, signed with Nuclear Blast, and embraced traditional metal with a modern twist.

Abbath

2 concerts

Abbath, formed by Olve Eikemo in 2015 in Bergen, Norway, is known for its black metal prowess. After Immortal, Eikemo launched Abbath, with albums like 'Outstrider' and 'Dread Reaver' showcasing his signature style. Inspired by NWOBHM, thrash, and black metal, Abbath collaborates with musicians from Enslaved and Gorgoroth, cementing his status in metal.