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Irrational Pull (Deluxe) (2020)
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Rarities 1991 - 2001 (2024)
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Kids (Thodoris Triantafillou & Mångata Projekt Remix) (2022)
07/29 @ Aztec Theatre, San Antonio
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Hands of Eternity (2024)
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Irontree is a heavy/thrash metal band from Wiesloch, Germany, active since 2013, blending the power of traditional heavy metal with the speed and aggression of thrash. Over a decade, the band has grown from roots in the Baden wine country into a solid dual-genre force.
Ironwill is a heavy metal band from Turin, Italy, active since 2006 and forging classic heavy metal with conviction and power. The project channels the timeless spirit of traditional metal riffage.
Heavy/power metal band from Jaén in Andalusia, formed in 2022. Their lupine name channels classic heavy and power metal from the olive country of southern Spain.
Groove/heavy metal band from Pori on Finland's western coast, formed in 2019. Their Finnish name — meaning 'grimaces' or 'caricatures' — channels rhythmic heavy metal from the Satakunta region.
Melodic heavy metal band from Madrid, Spain active since 2018. Their punning name channels melodic heavy metal from the Spanish capital.
Isa Nielsen is a Danish-Brazilian heavy metal guitarist and vocalist based in São Paulo who began performing at age 13 and has built a career spanning major Brazilian stages. She has performed at Rock in Rio and opened for Tom Morello and John 5 at the Best of Blues and Rock festival before audiences of over 40,000, and has jammed live with Steve Vai. Her debut album "Break the Chains" showcases her dual role as a lead guitarist and vocalist in the classic heavy metal and hard rock tradition.
Metal band from Guadalajara in central Spain, active since 2013, evolving from early sludge/post-metal into heavier stoner metal/rock territory. Their stylistic shift reflects a move toward riff-driven heaviness.
Heavy metal band from Albacete in Castilla-La Mancha, active since 2014. Their Mesopotamian deity name channels classic heavy metal from the central Spanish plateau.
Heavy/power metal band from Finland formed in 2023. Their sound channels classic heavy and power metal energy.
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