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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.
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.”
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. As an 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.
With Giants & Monsters, HELLOWEEN are confidently stepping into their 5th decade of existence, proving once again why they remain one of the most influential and beloved bands in heavy metal.
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 top of the metal world.
More from Giants & Monsters:
‘This Is Tokyo’ OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO:
‘Universe (Gravity For Hearts)’ OFFICIAL LYRIC VIDEO:
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]
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HELLOWEEN live:
“40 Years Anniversary Tour” - Europe 2025
Very Special Guests: BEAST IN BLACK
17.10.2025 LU Luxembourg - Rockhal
18.10.2025 NL Tilburg - 013 *SOLD OUT*
20.10.2025 UK London - Eventim Apollo
22.10.2025 FR Paris - Zénith (Le Villette)
24.10.2025 CZ Prague - O2 Arena *SOLD OUT*
25.10.2025 SK Zvolen - Tiposbet Arena
26.10.2025 HU Budapest - Papp László Sportaréna
28.10.2025 PL Katowice - Spodek
30.10.2025 DE Bochum - RuhrCongress *EXTRA DATE*
31.10.2025 DE Bochum - RuhrCongress *SOLD OUT*
01.11.2025 DE Hamburg - Barclays Arena
03.11.2025 NO Oslo - Sentrum Scene *SOLD OUT*
04.11.2025 NO Oslo - Sentrum Scene
06.11.2025 FI Helsinki - Helsingin Jäähalli
08.11.2025 SE Gothenburg - Partille Arena
13.11.2025 PT Lisbon - Campo Pequeno
15.11.2025 ES Madrid - La Cubierta de Leganés *SOLD OUT*
16.11.2025 ES Madrid - La Cubierta de Leganés *EXTRA DATE*
19.11.2025 IT Milan - Forum
20.11.2025 CH Zurich - The Hall
22.11.2025 DE Stuttgart - Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Halle *SOLD OUT*
06.12.2025 ID Yogyakarta - Jojarockarta
08.12.2025 MY Kuala Lumpur - Zepp
10.12.2025 TW New Taipei - Zepp *NEW*
Info & Tickets: www.helloween.org
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HELLOWEEN are:
Michael Kiske | vocals
Andi Deris | vocals
Kai Hansen | guitars, vocals
Michael Weikath | guitars
Sascha Gerstner | guitars
Markus Grosskopf | bass
Daniel Löble | drums
