Helloween are German pioneers of melodic speed metal, active since 1984. They’ve released 15 studio and 4 live albums, earned 21 Gold/Platinum awards, and sold over 10 million records. Their Keeper albums are power metal milestones.
The Hellacopters is a Swedish garage rock band formed in Stockholm in 1994. The group originally consisted of Nicke Andersson, Dregen, Kenny Håkansson, and Robert Eriksson. They are widely recognized as one of the most important and influential Swedish bands in the garage rock revival, gaining mainstream traction with their Grammis Award-winning 1996 debut album Supershitty to the Max!.
Formed in New York in 1976, English-American rock band Foreigner has sold over 80 million records. Known for major hits like Cold as Ice, Hot Blooded, Urgent, Jukebox Hero, and the chart-topping I Want to Know What Love Is, the multi-platinum group remains an enduring force in rock.
Majestica is a symphonic and power metal band from Sweden known for their debut album Above The Sky, which amassed over 17 million streams. In 2020, they released the Christmas musical power metal album A Christmas Carol, blending their signature style with theatrical storytelling.
Hard rock singer Robin McAuley is known for his work with Grand Prix, Far Corporation, Survivor, Michael Schenker Fest, and chart-topping MSG albums like Perfect Timing. He also fronts the supergroup Black Swan, featuring members of Whitesnake and Foreigner, and released solo records including Standing On The Edge and Alive.
Floor Jansen is a versatile rock and metal vocalist best known as the former lead singer of Nightwish, whom she fronted for 14 years. Before joining Nightwish, she built her career with the bands After Forever and ReVamp.
Formed in 1989 in Oss, Netherlands, atmospheric rock band The Gathering evolved from doom and gothic metal into a unique triprock and electronic sound. They have released 11 studio albums, run Psychonaut Records since 1999, and toured Europe and the Americas.
Originating from Sydney, Australian punk-pop band the Hard-Ons became an alternative sensation known for their energetic sound and metal influences. They scored 17 consecutive number 1s on independent charts and shared bills with the Ramones and Nirvana.
Unpeople is a UK-based rock band formed in London, blending metalcore, pop-metal, and alternative rock with earnest lyricism, hefty riffs, catchy melodies, and harmonies. Known for energetic live shows, their music channels discontent. Notable songs include "waste," "smother," and "the garden." They released a self-titled EP and received Heavy Music Award nominations for Breakthrough Artist.
Joan Jett formed Joan Jett & the Blackhearts, earned 8 platinum and gold albums and 9 Top 40 singles, and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Known for “Bad Reputation,” “I Love Rock ’N’ Roll” and more.
German metal singer Udo Dirkschneider, who fronted Accept during their 1980s commercial peak, has performed and recorded as U.D.O. since 1987. In 2016 he toured as Dirkschneider playing only Accept songs; Live: Back to the Roots documents a 2016 Brno show.
Swedish death metal pioneers Grave broke through with 1991’s Into the Grave; led by Ola Lindgren. Key releases: Soulless, Hating Life, Back from the Grave, Out of Respect for the Dead.
Swedish metalcore band ADEPT blends aggression and melody with intense live shows. Known for albums like Another Year of Disaster and Sleepless, they’re a top heavy export.
Formed in 1978 Newcastle, Venom shaped extreme metal with raw, satanic thrash. Key albums: "Welcome to Hell", "Black Metal". Influenced death/black metal scenes deeply.
Korslagda är en svensk supergrupp bildad 2019 efter en resa hem från Slovenien, med Älvdalssonen och debutanten Ubbe Näslund på sång. Bandets sound blandar punk och Svensktoppsrock, någonstans mellan AC/DC och Eddie Meduza.
New Jersey thrash metal band Overkill emerged in 1985 with Feel the Fire. Known for brutal speed, they built an underground following with Under the Influence and Years of Decay. D. D. Verni and Bobby “Blitz” Ellsworth are longtime constants.
Vreid, a Norwegian black metal band from Sogndal, formed in 2004 from Windir's legacy. They play "Sognametal," blending melodic black 'n' roll with 70s/80s rock influences. Themes often involve war. Albums "Wild North West" and "The Skies Turn Black" are notable. They collaborated with Djerv on "Loving the Dead" and released "Kraken" for a movie.
Southern Sweden heavy metal band Ambush revives old-school classic HM. Albums: Firestorm, Desecrator, Infidel. Formed 2013; signed High Roller, Napalm.
