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German thrash metal legends Kreator brought their massive “Krushers of the World” tour to Helsinki Ice Hall, celebrating their newest album with what stands as one of their largest stage productions ever seen in Finland. Joining them were Bay Area thrash pioneers Exodus, also promoting their latest release ‘Goliath’, alongside British death metal pioneers Carcass and powerviolence outfit Nails – making for an exceptionally stacked bill from top to bottom.

From the very first note, it was clear this would be one of the loudest shows we’ve experienced in a long time. The sheer volume and intensity hit like a physical force, with every riff and blast beat resonating through the crowd, leaving ears ringing and bodies buzzing.

Each band delivered a crushing performance, creating a relentless wall of sound that defined the night. The atmosphere inside the venue was electric – loud, sweaty, and chaotic in the best possible way – driven by constant mosh pits, crowdsurfers, and massive walls of deaths erupting across the floor.

This was a true extreme metal spectacle and a night to remember. Check out the photos below!

Last week, Belgian hard rock fans gathered at club DVG in Kortrijk, where Hardline performed as part of their current European tour. After 35 years on stages all over the world, they still know how to turn the place upside down! The quality of their performance was still top-notch and the sound was amazing!

An unforgettable highlight was the revelation that it was the birthday of Alessandro Del Vecchio, the keyboardist of Hardline. In a fun and unexpected moment, the members of Sevi returned to the stage, armed with balloons, party hats, some sparklers, and a small cake, which led to a mini-party during the concert.

The opening act was the Bulgarian rock band Sevi.

Ludwigsburg turned into a battleground of riffs and adrenaline as NAILS, EXODUS, CARCASS and headliner KREATOR unleashed a relentless evening of extreme metal. The night opened early with NAILS, who hit the stage at 18:20 and immediately pushed the half‑filled hall into motion. Their raw, no‑frills mix of speed and thrash set the tone: tight, aggressive, and straight to the point. Even at this early slot, the first mosh pit and a lone crowdsurfer proved the trio deserved a later billing.

EXODUS followed with the confidence and ferocity expected from Bay Area thrash veterans. Backed by album‑cover visuals and overflowing with energy, they delivered a true “lesson in violence.” The crowd had filled out by now, celebrating Tom Huntings (drums) 51st birthday and Gary Holt’s razor‑sharp lead work. It was a lesson in violence!

CARCASS kept the momentum high. The British four‑piece showed their decades of experience with precision, charisma, and a barrage of guitar picks flying into the audience. Their sound was the cleanest of the night, supported by fog, screens, and massive lighting. While the pits were smaller, the band’s tight performance and bursts of speed held the crowd firmly in their grip.

Last but not least, the stage belonged to KREATOR. The German thrash legends arrived with a full arsenal: towering ghouls, fire, smoke, and a stage show as intense as their music. Mille Petrozza delivered his trademark snarling vocals with surgical precision. A standout moment came when guest vocalist Britta Görtz (HIRAES) joined for a surprise duet on ‘Tränenpalast’, and afterwards celebrating the 2nd birthday of the day: Sami Yli-Sirniö. After 18 songs, the night ended with ‘Pleasure to Kill’ — the track that launched their legacy 41 years ago and reaffirmed their place at the top of German thrash.

On 7 April 2026, the industrial true crime project SKYND brought their “Dead Serious Tour” to 4de Zaal in Gentbrugge, delivering a performance that blurred the line between concert and true-crime theatre. The show started around 20:30, drawing fans into a dark, immersive atmosphere of heavy electronics and haunting visuals.

What sets SKYND apart is their singular focus: every song is a meticulously constructed portrait of a real-life murder case. From infamous serial killers to shocking individual crimes, each track dives deep into the psychology, details, and aftermath of these events, transforming true crime into intense, almost cinematic soundscapes.

On april 3rd, the Infected Rain – Butcher Babies co-headliner  ‘Mutation phase in Europe’ tour (a tour proudly promoted by Grimmgent.com)  landed in DVG Club Kortrijk, Belgium.

All bands delivered the best and most energetic female fronted metal available at the moment! Supporting band was the Lithuanian rising stars Black Spikes.

Sylosis stopped in Belgium during their UK/Europe tour with special guests Revocation, Distant and Life Cycles. De Vierde Zaal was the venue.

As the opener of the evening, Life Cycles had the task of getting the audience going — and they did so effortlessly. From the first riffs, it was clear that their mix of crossover and thrash worked perfectly: direct, unpolished, and straightforward. Life Cycles delivered a solid and energetic opening set that set the tone for the rest of the evening. Not explosive chaos, but a warm build-up with enough spunk to get everyone ready for what was yet to come.

Next up: Distant. Distant is known for their brutal deathcore sound. When Distant appeared on the stage, it literally took seconds for that built-up energy to explode. Musically, it was just tight. The guitars were heavy and dirty in the best possible way, while the drums hit through the space like a sledgehammer. The vocals were impressive: raw, deep, and constantly menacing. Distant delivered an uncompromising, intensely physical show that did exactly what it was supposed to do: completely overwhelm you. No fuss, no pause — just pure, destructive energy.

As the third band of the evening, Revocation came at the perfect moment. The venue was warmed up, the audience was fully into it. From the first note it became clear how tight and technically refined this band plays. While many death metal bands rely on brute force, Revocation combines that with an almost clinical precision. Complex riffs, lightning-fast transitions, and unexpected rhythm changes followed each other at a rapid pace, without ever becoming messy. Everything just hit the mark. And the audience? They went completely wild. Revocation delivered an impressive set that fully convinced both technically and in live impact. This was the moment of the evening when everything exploded — controlled, but ruthless.

As the headliner of the evening, Sylosis had the task of surpassing everything that came before — and they accomplished that convincingly. By the time they took the stage, De Vierde Zaal was already at a boiling point, but what followed was a set that completely unleashed that built-up energy. Sylosis effortlessly balances between brutal death metal and more melodic, layered passages, and live that combination came across particularly well. The audience went completely over the top. The pit was constantly in motion. Sylosis closed the evening with a performance that was both technically impressive and emotionally captivating. A headline set as it should be: powerful, controlled, and fully supported by an audience that was completely absorbed in it.

A SOLD OUT Sunday Funday at The King Of Clubs in Columbus, OH was a perfect day to Take a Picture of Filter, Finger Eleven and Local H! 

Local H is a two piece rock band originally formed in 1990, hit the stage first. They may be a ‘small’ band but pack a big punch! Scott Lucas is on vocals and guitar, with Ryan Harding on the drum kit. We got to witness a cool moment when a young musician got the opportunity to hop on stage and Scott handed over his guitar for the young person to play! 

Finger Eleven, a Canadian rock band also formed in 1990, played next. They were successful in working the sold out crowd to get a  little lively and a mosh pit formed in the center of the venue! Slow Chemical, Paralyzer and One Thing were my favorite songs played.

Filter is an American rock band formed in Cleveland, OH in 1993 by vocalist Richard Patrick. They were a staple band of the late 1990’s and early 2000’s and it was definitely surreal to finally see them perform live as well as get to do photo of the show. My favorite songs played were You Walk Away, Trip Like I Do, Jurassitol and Hey Man Nice Shot. 

After leaving a lasting impression at Tuska 2025, Eihwar returned to Finland as part of their European “Pagan Folk Nights” tour, bringing their captivating blend of Nordic folk traditions and modern electronic beats to a sold-out On The Rocks in Helsinki. With special guest Mira Ceti setting the mood, the evening promised us a journey into pagan mysticism and communal celebration.

And the packed venue delivered exactly that. Throughout the night, rhythm, dance, and infectious energy transformed On The Rocks into a world of its own, further cementing Eihwar‘s growing reputation as a mesmerizing live act. Dive into the gallery below and relive this magical night.

Eye of Melian came to Tuulensuun Palatsi in Tampere on the 28th of March with a magical, sold out show. Where they finished their ‘Forest of Forgetting‘ first ever Finland Tour.

Mokoma are currently on tour to celebrate the 20 year anniversary of their 5th album ‘Kuoleman laulukunnaat‘. Together with Koljosen Tiekiista they struck down at Tavara-Asema in Tampere on Friday the 27th of March for a hot and sweaty, sold out show.