The Swedish black metal band Bathory was formed in 1983 and is considered a pioneer of black metal and Viking metal. Because Bathory is such an influential and intriguing band (they never even did a proper tour, as they stopped performing live early on in their career!), Spanish metal journalist José Luis Cano Barron decided to release an unofficial but definitive biography of Bathory. The book From Hades to Valhalla... BATHORY—The Epic Story by José Luis Cano Barron was originally written in Spanish, but fortunately, thanks to Pagan Records and Monomaniax, the book has now been translated into English for the first time, so it can reach a wider audience! The book dives into the history and career of the revered band Bathory's journey from their early black metal roots to their Viking metal mastery and makes for an interesting read across its 156 pages and also features rare photographs of the creative leader of the band, Thomas Börje Forsberg who was known as Quorthon, he was th
Australia’s metal giants, Parkway Drive, are hitting the road for an epic 20th Anniversary European Arena Tour in Fall 2025. The tour will take over arenas across the continent, showcasing Parkway Drive's new and most ambitious stage production to date. Known for their legendary high-energy performances and spectacular production, this tour promises to surpass all expectations, delivering an unforgettable and immersive live experience like never before. Please see below for the full list of dates: 19.09.25 Germany – Leipzig - Quarterback Immobilien Arena 20.09.25 Germany - Munich - Olympiahalle 21.09.25 Austria – Vienna - Stadthalle 23.09.25 Switzerland - Zürich - Hallenstadion 24.09.25 Germany – Frankfurt - Festhalle 26.09.25 Germany - Hamburg - Barclaycard Arena 27.09.25 Germany – Dortmund - Westfalenhalle 28.09.25 Germany – Stuttgart - Schleyerhalle 30.09.25 Netherlands - Amsterdam - Ziggo Dome 01.10.25 Belgium - Brussels - Forest National 02.10.25 France - Paris - Zeni