Sweden Rock Festival with Avantasia, Alice Cooper, and more

Avantasia, led by Tobias Sammet of Edguy, is a symphonic power metal project known for its fantasy themes and collaborations with top metal artists like Michael Kiske and Sharon den Adel. Debuting with "The Metal Opera" in 2001, Avantasia achieved chart success with albums like "The Scarecrow," "Ghostlights," and "Moonglow," boasting sold-out tours and epic productions. Notable albums include "The Wicked Symphony" and 2013's "The Mystery of Time."

Born Vincent Furnier, Alice Cooper revolutionized rock in the '70s with shock rock. Known for gritty hard rock and theatrics, hits like "School's Out" and "No More Mr. Nice Guy," and collaborations with icons like Bob Ezrin, Alice gained fame for his dramatic stage shows. Solo success came with "Welcome to My Nightmare." His later works like "Trash" kept him relevant, collaborating with artists like Desmond Child. A cult legend, he toured with bands like Mötley Crüe and released albums like "Detroit Stories." Cooper's influence shaped music, blending rock theatrics and heavy metal.

Formed in Gothenburg, Sweden in 1993, HammerFall's heavy metal sound features Oscar Dronjak, Joacim Cans, and more. Known for sold-out tours and hits like "Dominion."