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HammerFall - Announce Change Of Drummer

Drummer David Wallin didn't stay long in Swedish melodic metallers HammerFall. He has announced that he is leaving the group in order to focus on his family life. Due to family commitments, David will not be able to do any gigs with HammerFall next year and has decided to vacate his drum stool. Johan Koleberg is the new drummer!

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Band profile: HammerFall
Posted: 17.12.2016 by Bad English | Comments (0)


Delain - To Embark On U.S. Co-Headline Tour With HammerFall

Delain just announced that they will embark on their first ever co-headline tour through the U.S. in April/May 2017 with HammerFall. After extensively touring the United States on several support runs in the last few years, the Dutch group will hit the road in support of their new album Moonbathers and offer their U.S. fans the full Delain experience. Check out the dates below and let us know if you'll be attending.

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Source: delain.nl
Band profile: Delain
Event: Delain & HammerFall: Co-Headlining North American Tour 2017
Posted: 28.09.2016 by Dominus | Comments (3)


HammerFall - Launch New Music Video

"Hammer High" is the new single from HammerFall's new album Built To Last. The power metal heavyweights will drop their new album on November 4th via Napalm Records. They have released so far the new track "The Sacred Vow" and today there is more music to discover. Enjoy the epic video for "Hammer High" here, which features a vicious duel between two warriors, and was directed by Owe Lingvall.

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Band profile: HammerFall
Posted: 24.09.2016 by BloodTears | Comments (4)


HammerFall - Drops New Single

Swedish power metallers HammerFall have revealed a new song from their upcoming album, Built To Last, called "The Sacred Vow", along with a lyric video. Now, you can warm up your neck before going to the shows they are doing next year. The record hits stores worldwide this November 4th via Napalm Records.

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Band profile: HammerFall
Posted: 26.08.2016 by Fallen Ghost | Comments (8)


HammerFall - Reveal New Album Cover, Title And Tracklist

Power metal heavyweights HammerFall have revealed today the cover that will grace their upcoming new offering, titled Built To Last. The anticipated album is coming out worldwide this November 4th via their new label Napalm Records. Check out the artwork and the songs that will be featured on the record. As for the music, fans will have to be a little bit more patient.

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Band profile: HammerFall
Posted: 11.08.2016 by BloodTears | Comments (3)


HammerFall - New Album In November, Tour Announced

After the hard work on their new album, HammerFall will hit the road again. The mighty power metallers have also confirmed that their new record is dropping this November 4th, 2016 on their new label Napalm Records. In the wake of what will be the band's 10th studio effort, HammerFall will do another celebrated tour over Europe, beginning on January 12th, 2017 in Bremen, Germany. Mark your calendars!

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Band profile: HammerFall
Posted: 12.07.2016 by Bad English | Comments (4)


HammerFall - Studio Update

Earlier this year, HammerFall joined the Napalm Records family for their upcoming, 10th studio album. it's been almost 20 years since they recorded their debut, Glory To The Brave. Well, the good news is that the power metallers are currently in the studio forging new material. In fact, according to their latest studio update, they have been recording clean/acoustic guitars for the record to be released on November 4th, 2016.

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Band profile: HammerFall
Posted: 29.05.2016 by BloodTears | Comments (6)


HammerFall - Signs With Napalm Records

A new era in the history of Austrian based record label Napalm Records has begun, and this is it! The signing of the mighty HammerFall is now official - signed, sealed and inked in blood!

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Posted: 07.03.2016 by D.T. Metal | Comments (7)


HammerFall - Team Up With NHL Team Minnesota Wild

Swedish power metal force HammerFall have announced a partnership with NHL hockey team Minnesota Wild. The players of the NHL team began the 2014-15 season extremely well with two shut-outs against the Colorado Avalanche, and they will get a special heavy metal HammerFall welcome at all the home games at the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, Minnesota. The team is using an instrumental version of the song "Fury Of The Wild" from the band as an intro.

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Source: hammerfall.net
Band profile: HammerFall
Posted: 22.10.2014 by Bad English | Comments (4)


HammerFall - Drummer Leaves, Stefan Elmgren Returns Temporarily

Swedish power metallers HammerFall, who released the new album (r)Evolution this year, are facing line-up changes. The band made a major announcement today. Drummer Anders Johansson is leaving the band after 15 years. The band cites musical differences. David Wallin of Pain fame will replace him. Stefan Elmgren is also returning to the band temporarily to replace bassist Fredrik Larsson while he is away on parental leave.

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Source: nuclearblast.de
Band profile: HammerFall
Posted: 09.10.2014 by Dominus | Comments (3)


HammerFall - New Video Released

You are probably aware that HammerFall's new album (r)Evolution is right around the corner. It will be released on August 27th in Sweden, August 29th in Europe, September 1st in the UK and September 2nd in the US via Nuclear Blast Records. Today the band is premiering the first video in support of the record and it is for the single "Hector's Hymn". Satisfy your curiosity and watch it right now! Did you enjoy that?

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Band profile: HammerFall
Posted: 21.08.2014 by BloodTears | Comments (7)


HammerFall - European Tour In Early 2015 Confirmed

Swedes HammerFall are pleased to announce a string of European tour dates in early 2015 in support of the band's upcoming new album (r)Evolution, to be out on August 27th in Sweden, August 29th in Europe, September 1st in the UK and September 2nd in the US. Supporting them on the road will be German power metal act Orden Ogan (currently working on a new release) and new super group Serious Black (feat. Roland Grapow, Thomen Stauch, Urban Breed and more). You can find all confirmed tour dates down under.

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Source: nuclearblast.de
Band profile: HammerFall
Event: HammerFall: Worldwide (r)Evolution Tour 2015
Posted: 19.07.2014 by Abattoir | Comments (2)


HammerFall - Unveil New Single Artwork And Details

The new HammerFall album, (r)Evolution, will be released on August 27th in Sweden, August 29th in Europe, September 1st in the UK and September 2nd in the US while its first single "Bushido" will be released on July 18th on a limited vinyl edition, as well as digitally. Today, the band is unveiling the single cover artwork. The cover was created by Samwise Didier, and represents Hector as a Samurai. Do you prefer this one or the album cover?

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Source: nuclearblast.de
Band profile: HammerFall
Posted: 13.06.2014 by R Lewis | Comments (4)


HammerFall - Reveal New Album Details

The new HammerFall album has finally been announced. The follow-up to Infected will be named (r)Evolution, and will be released on August 27th in Sweden, August 29th in Europe, September 1st in the UK and September 2nd in the USA. The first single, "Bushido", will be released on July 18th. Take a look at the album cover and tracklist here. Seems like the band took a step back returning to its origins. What do you think?

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Source: hammerfall.net
Band profile: HammerFall
Posted: 26.05.2014 by R Lewis | Comments (29)


HammerFall - To Enter Studio Next Week

At the request of many fans, the Swedes HammerFall replied with a statement, regarding the progress of their new upcoming release. The band will enter the studio next week on Monday, where they will begin with the new album recordings once again with producer Fredrik Nordström. As already stated in previous news, the album cover art will be done by Andreas Marschall. The yet-untitled album will see the light on August 29th, 2014.

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Band profile: HammerFall
Posted: 24.02.2014 by Abattoir | Comments (5)