Helloween, the legendary German metal band with 21 gold and platinum awards and over ten million records sold, will release their new album, Giants & Monsters, on August 29. The album, now available for pre-order, follows their self-titled #1 2021 record and promises to be the most versatile and dynamic release of their career.
Vocalist Andi Deris and guitarist Michael Weikath spoke with Finland’s Chaoszine about the new record. Check out the interview below.
Andi Deris: “The Giants & Monsters theme sounds a bit (like a) comic, but at the end of the day it’s very deep because we’re talking about the giants we could be and the monsters we have to fight against in our lives again and again. The new album is so much more hobby-driven; I was reminded of my very early days when I started out as a songwriter and just did it because I loved to do it. And I didn’t even know if there was somebody that would listen to it. I never forgot the feeling of having done my first song, and I wanted to have that feeling again and again. That’s something that came back for this production for me, because I knew nobody was forcing me to write a lot of songs.”
Mixed at the legendary Wisseloord Studios in Hilversum, Netherlands (Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Def Leppard, etc.), Giants & Monsters reaffirms the band’s position at the pinnacle of the metal world. Pre-orders are available here.
Leading the charge is the album’s first single, “This Is Tokyo”, accompanied by a visual homage to Japan.
The powerful, four-minute anthem features vocalists Andi Deris and Michael Kiske and delivers a chorus designed for stadium sing-alongs. The song holds personal significance for Deris: “I’ve always wanted to write this song. Japan plays a special role in my life because I had my first big successes there. I wanted to create a tribute to Japan for a while now and finally found the right lyrics. Because ‘Tokyo’ sounds better than ‘Japan,’ the city stands for a whole country that is very important to me.”
Watch the video for “This Is Tokyo” below.
Helloween will celebrate four decades of metal mastery with a global 40th anniversary tour. The European leg begins in mid-October, with initial dates selling out quickly and additional shows in Madrid and Bochum already on sale. Featuring an ultimate set list packed with surprises, the tour will showcase the band’s unparalleled legacy and ongoing creative power.
Giants & Monsters pushes the boundaries of Helloween’s sound, thanks to the instincts of producers Charlie Bauerfeind and Dennis Ward, as well as the band’s relentless pursuit of excellence. Per example, drummer Dani Löble recorded all tracks using three different drum kits to capture the perfect vibe for each song, a testament to their attention to detail and love of experimentation.
The band’s chemistry continues to drive their success. “What keeps motivating us is the fact that we’re extremely different. It generates creative energy,” says guitarist Michael Weikath. Kai Hansen adds: “We try not to take ourselves and everything around us too seriously.” Deris sums it up: “In the end, we’re just seven guys who want to make music and enjoy the incomparable force that arises when we’re together. Helloween is way more powerful than the sum of its parts.”
With Giants & Monsters, Helloween boldly step into their fifth decade, proving once again why they remain one of the most influential and beloved bands in heavy metal.
Formats:
– earbook (incl. bonus-CD)
– digipak-CD (incl. bonus track)
– jewel case-CD
– 2LP in gatefold (various colours)
– picture 2LP (incl. bonus track)
– digital
Giants & Monsters tracklisting:
“Giants On The Run”
“Savior Of The World”
“A Little Is A Little Too Much”
“We Can Be Gods”
“Into The Sun”
“This Is Tokyo”
“Universe (Gravity For Hearts)”
“Hand Of God”
“Under The Moonlight”
“Majestic”
“This Is Tokyo” video:
Helloween’s tour dates are listed below. For info and tickets, head here.
Tour dates:
October
17 – Luxembourg, Luxembourg – Rockhal
18 – Tilburg, Netherlands – 013 (Sold Out)
20 – London, UK – Eventim Apollo
22 – Paris, France – Zénith (Le Villette)
24 – Prague, Czech Republic – O2 Arena (Sold Out)
25 – Zvolen, Slovakia – Tiposbet Arena
26 – Budapest, Hungary – Papp László Sportaréna
28 – Katowice, Poland – Spodek
30 – Bochum, Germany – RuhrCongress (Extra Date)
31 – Bochum, Germany – RuhrCongress (Sold Out)
November
1 – Hamburg, Germany – Barclays Arena
3 – Oslo, Norway – Sentrum Scene (Low Tickets)
4 – Oslo, Norway – Sentrum Scene
6 – Helsinki, Finland – Helsingin Jäähalli
8 – Gothenburg, Sweden – Partille Arena
13 – Lisbon, Portugal – Campo Pequeno
15 – Madrid, Spain – La Cubierta de Leganés (Sold Out)
16 – Madrid, Spain – La Cubierta de Leganés (Extra Date)
19 – Milan, Italy – Forum
20 – Zurich, Switzerland – The Hall
22 – Stuttgart, Germany – Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Halle (Sold Out)
December
6 – Yogyakarta, Indonesia – Jojarockarta
(Photo – Mathias Bothor)
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Vocalist Andi Deris and guitarist Michael Weikath spoke with Finland’s Chaoszine about the new record. Check out the interview below.
Andi Deris: “The Giants & Monsters theme sounds a bit (like a) comic, but at the end of the day it’s very deep because we’re talking about the giants we could be and the monsters we have to fight against in our lives again and again. The new album is so much more hobby-driven; I was reminded of my very early days when I started out as a songwriter and just did it because I loved to do it. And I didn’t even know if there was somebody that would listen to it. I never forgot the feeling of having done my first song, and I wanted to have that feeling again and again. That’s something that came back for this production for me, because I knew nobody was forcing me to write a lot of songs.”
Mixed at the legendary Wisseloord Studios in Hilversum, Netherlands (Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Def Leppard, etc.), Giants & Monsters reaffirms the band’s position at the pinnacle of the metal world. Pre-orders are available here.
Leading the charge is the album’s first single, “This Is Tokyo”, accompanied by a visual homage to Japan.
The powerful, four-minute anthem features vocalists Andi Deris and Michael Kiske and delivers a chorus designed for stadium sing-alongs. The song holds personal significance for Deris: “I’ve always wanted to write this song. Japan plays a special role in my life because I had my first big successes there. I wanted to create a tribute to Japan for a while now and finally found the right lyrics. Because ‘Tokyo’ sounds better than ‘Japan,’ the city stands for a whole country that is very important to me.”
Watch the video for “This Is Tokyo” below.
Helloween will celebrate four decades of metal mastery with a global 40th anniversary tour. The European leg begins in mid-October, with initial dates selling out quickly and additional shows in Madrid and Bochum already on sale. Featuring an ultimate set list packed with surprises, the tour will showcase the band’s unparalleled legacy and ongoing creative power.
Giants & Monsters pushes the boundaries of Helloween’s sound, thanks to the instincts of producers Charlie Bauerfeind and Dennis Ward, as well as the band’s relentless pursuit of excellence. Per example, drummer Dani Löble recorded all tracks using three different drum kits to capture the perfect vibe for each song, a testament to their attention to detail and love of experimentation.
The band’s chemistry continues to drive their success. “What keeps motivating us is the fact that we’re extremely different. It generates creative energy,” says guitarist Michael Weikath. Kai Hansen adds: “We try not to take ourselves and everything around us too seriously.” Deris sums it up: “In the end, we’re just seven guys who want to make music and enjoy the incomparable force that arises when we’re together. Helloween is way more powerful than the sum of its parts.”
With Giants & Monsters, Helloween boldly step into their fifth decade, proving once again why they remain one of the most influential and beloved bands in heavy metal.
Formats:
– earbook (incl. bonus-CD)
– digipak-CD (incl. bonus track)
– jewel case-CD
– 2LP in gatefold (various colours)
– picture 2LP (incl. bonus track)
– digital
Giants & Monsters tracklisting:
“Giants On The Run”
“Savior Of The World”
“A Little Is A Little Too Much”
“We Can Be Gods”
“Into The Sun”
“This Is Tokyo”
“Universe (Gravity For Hearts)”
“Hand Of God”
“Under The Moonlight”
“Majestic”
“This Is Tokyo” video:
Helloween’s tour dates are listed below. For info and tickets, head here.
Tour dates:
October
17 – Luxembourg, Luxembourg – Rockhal
18 – Tilburg, Netherlands – 013 (Sold Out)
20 – London, UK – Eventim Apollo
22 – Paris, France – Zénith (Le Villette)
24 – Prague, Czech Republic – O2 Arena (Sold Out)
25 – Zvolen, Slovakia – Tiposbet Arena
26 – Budapest, Hungary – Papp László Sportaréna
28 – Katowice, Poland – Spodek
30 – Bochum, Germany – RuhrCongress (Extra Date)
31 – Bochum, Germany – RuhrCongress (Sold Out)
November
1 – Hamburg, Germany – Barclays Arena
3 – Oslo, Norway – Sentrum Scene (Low Tickets)
4 – Oslo, Norway – Sentrum Scene
6 – Helsinki, Finland – Helsingin Jäähalli
8 – Gothenburg, Sweden – Partille Arena
13 – Lisbon, Portugal – Campo Pequeno
15 – Madrid, Spain – La Cubierta de Leganés (Sold Out)
16 – Madrid, Spain – La Cubierta de Leganés (Extra Date)
19 – Milan, Italy – Forum
20 – Zurich, Switzerland – The Hall
22 – Stuttgart, Germany – Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Halle (Sold Out)
December
6 – Yogyakarta, Indonesia – Jojarockarta
(Photo – Mathias Bothor)
Do you have a rock, hard rock, heavy metal website, blog, podcast, radio show, YouTube channel, Spotify playlist? BraveWords Records wants to send you music!
Submit your info: https://forms.gle/j8wygtJjnv429GzJ6
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