Archive for August 29, 2025

HELLOWEEN Present Brand New Music Video “A Little Is A Little Too Much”, Taken From Giants & Monsters, The Highly Praised New Album – Now Released Worldwide

Posted in Heavy Metal, heavy metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , on August 29, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Watch “A Little Is A Little Too Muchhere: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8wcT6IkMOdw

“Giants & Monsters bursts with energy and spirit,
seasoned craftsmanship that embraces all eras of HELLOWEEN.”
BRAVEWORDS (CA)

“The relentless experimentation of their ultimate seven-member line-up
has finally reached the pinnacle with Giants & Monsters.”
BURRN! (JP)

German metal icons HELLOWEEN have always been pioneers of the power metal scene: The godfathers of melodic speed metal are renowned for their brilliant records and unforgettable concerts. Giants & Monsters, the highly-praised follow-up to their self-titled No.1 album has finally arrived through Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM) and continues the band’s unparalleled legacy.

The long-awaited record will certainly be celebrated by the Pumpkinheads around the world on the band’s upcoming “40 Years Anniversary Tour.” The global tour will be more than exciting for the fans with a career-spanning set list and a brand-new live show, starting in Europe this autumn and followed by tours in Asia, North and Latin America.

Order/stream the album here: https://helloween.rpm.link/giantsmonstersPR

Giants & Monsters is a truly impressive HELLOWEEN album: confident and bursting with vigor, the septet presents probably the most versatile album of their career. The album release is accompanied by a 90’s MTV style music video with “A Little Is A Little Too Much.” Under complete banishment of AI, it beams the viewer into a miniature doll house, making the artists not look like monsters, but GIANTS indeed.

Playing with optical illusions, the video captivates eyes, ears, and all other senses with HELLOWEEN’s trademark sense of humor and shows the fun within the band. The song itself is a veritable hit with a hook that carves its way into the fans’ minds and captivates immediately.

Photo credit: Mathias Bothor

L-R:
Daniel Löble (drums), Michael Weikath (guitars), Markus Grosskopf (bass),
Michael Kiske (vocals), Sascha Gerstner (guitars), Andi Deris (vocals),
Kai Hansen (guitars, vocals)

Andi Deris comments on the song“I wanted to write something about the last drop that causes a huge flooding – a little is a little too much. The story itself is a bit erotic. It’s about my first experiences when I was a teenager. You always dream about having sex and finally once you have it you realise: Okay, it took one second that something happened that you didn’t want in that moment. And here we go: A little is a little too much, better don’t move or don’t touch. But in the end, it is about all the minor things that get out of hand with this little bit more, and then it’s a little too much.”

Guitarist Sascha Gerstner, originator of the clip idea, adds“HELLOWEEN have been known for going against the tide of heavy metal clichés since the 80’s. Think of music videos like ‘I Want Out’ or ‘Where The Rain Grows’, it always was about not taking yourself too seriously. With the music video for ‘A Little Is A Little Too Much,’ we wanted to pursue this spirit and connect the old days with the new era.”

Watch “A Little Is A Little Too Muchhere: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8wcT6IkMOdw

More from Giants & Monsters:
“This Is Tokyo” OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO: 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=88Nn7CIpmWQ

“Universe (Gravity For Hearts)” OFFICIAL LYRIC VIDEO:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JtzYJdG_qX0

Formats:

– Earbook (incl. bonus-CD)
– Digipak-CD (incl. bonus track)
– Jewel case-CD
– 2LP in gatefold (various colours; incl. bonus track)
– Picture 2LP (incl. bonus track)
– Digital

Giants & Monsters – Track Listing:
01. Giants On The Run
02. Savior Of The World
03. A Little Is A Little Too Much
04. We Can Be Gods
05. Into The Sun
06. This Is Tokyo
07. Universe (Gravity For Hearts)
08. Hand Of God
09. Under The Moonlight
10. Majestic
Bonus Track:
11. Out Of Control
Additional Earbook Bonus Tracks:
12. Into The Sun [Andi Solo Version]
13. Into The Sun [Michi Solo Version]
14. Into The Sun [Acoustic Version Duet]

More on HELLOWEEN:
helloween.org | Facebook | Instagram | Threads | TikTok
YouTube | Spotify | Apple Music | RPM

Source: C Squared Music

SEASON OF THE DEAD – Horror-Drenched Death Metal Act Signs With Time To Kill Records

Posted in Death Metal, death metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , on August 29, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Time To Kill Records is proud to announce the signing of SEASON OF THE DEAD, the visceral, horror-obsessed death metal project featuring an all-star cast from across the underground. 

The band promise a debut release that will feel like a lost VHS nightmare brought to life. More details on the upcoming record will be revealed soon.

SEASON OF THE DEAD is a visceral, cinematic extreme metal project born from the twisted minds of Titta Tani (former drummer of Necrophagia and Goblin), Giacomo Anselmi (former Goblin guitarist and current member of Goblin Legacy) and Enrico Giannone, founder and owner of Time To Kill Records, acting as producer and visionary behind the entire concept.

The idea is as brutal as it is clear: to resurrect the blood-soaked legacy of horror-infused death metal, channeling the rotten spirit of bands like NecrophagiaMortician, and Fulci; while paying tribute to the grotesque imagery and raw energy of cult underground horror films. Influences range from Killjoy to City of the Living DeadThe Beyond, and Cannibal Holocaust, creating a soundscape that feels like a soundtrack to a lost VHS splatter nightmare.

The project boasts an all-star lineup from the international extreme music scene:

John McEntee (Incantation) – Vocals

Fiore Stravino (Fulci) – Vocals

Dave Neabore (Dog Eat Dog) – Bass

Chuck Sherwood (Incantation) – Bass

Giacomo Anselmi (Goblin Legacy) – Guitars

Titta Tani (ex Goblin, ex Necrophagia) – Drums

SEASON OF THE DEAD is more than just music – it’s a blood-drenched ritual, a sonic horror film where every track unfolds like a scene filled with gore, possession, necromancy, and decay. It’s a love letter to the most disturbing, iconic side of horror and death metal, one meant to be played loud… with the lights off.

SEASON OF THE DEAD:

https://www.facebook.com/seasonofthedeadband

https://www.instagram.com/seasonofthedeadband/

Time To Kill Records

https://timetokillrecords.bandcamp.com/

https://www.instagram.com/timetokillrecords/

https://www.facebook.com/timetokillrecords/

https://timetokillrecords.com/

FEAR FACTORY – USA Tour Dates, Cities & Venues Listed | September & October

Posted in industrial metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on August 29, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Photo credit: Fear Factory Bandsintown

From Fear Factory Bandsintown: Exciting news! We’re hitting the road, our U.S. tour is coming up soon! Dates and cities are announced, and we can’t wait to see you all. Get ready for an unforgettable run of shows go to http://fearfactory.com for ticket info

Fear Factory & Cavalera:
09/23 Norwalk, CT @ District Music Hall
09/25 Ft Wayne, IN @ Piere’s
09/26 Des Moines, IA @ Val Air Ballroom
09/28 St. Louis, MO @ Red Flag
09/30 Lincoln, NE @ Bourbon Theater
10/01 Denver, CO @ Gothic Theater
10/02 Salt Lake City, UT @ The Complex Grand
10/07 Anaheim, CA @ House of Blues
10/10 Las Vegas, NV @ House of Blues
10/11 Phoenix, AZ @ The Marquee
10/12 Albuquerque, NM @ Sunshine Theater
10/16 Houston, TX @ White Oak Music Hall
10/17 Austin, TX @ Come & Take It Live
10/18 Dallas, TX @ Ferris Wheelers

Fear Factory only:
09/12 Flagstaff, AZ @ Orpheum Theater
09/13 Gallup, NM @ Juggernaut
09/14 Farmington, NM @ Lock Street
09/16 Springfield, MO @ Regency
09/17 West Chicago, IL @ WC Social Club
09/20 Brooklyn, NY @ The Meadows
09/24 Pittsburgh, PA @ Preserving Underground
09/27 Milwaukee, WI @ The Rave
10/04 Palmdale, CA @ Transplants Brewing Co.
10/05 Bakersfield, CA @ Temblor Brewing
10/09 San Diego, CA @ Brick By Brick
10/14 Lubbock, TX @ Jakes Backroom
10/15 Oklahoma City, OK @ 89th Street
10/19 Corpus Christi, TX @ House of Rock
10/21 Atlanta, GA @ Masquerade (Hell)
10/23 Birmingham, AL @ Workplay
10/25 Destin, FL @ Club LA
10/26 Orlando, FL @ The Beacham
10/27 St. Petersburg, FL @ Jannus Live
10/29 Ft. Lauderdale, FL @ Culture Room