HELLOWEEN Announce New Album, Out June 18th

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HELLOWEEN announce new self-titled album, opening a new chapter for the influential metal band after 35 years.

Talking about the new album, Dani Löble said “This record is the coronation of the PUMPKINS UNITED journey! I have always been fascinated by the different character traits and facets of HELLOWEEN’s history. For example the legendary voices of Michi, Andi and Kai. To enjoy them now together on one record, under one flag is the ultimate HELLOWEEN experience”

The first single ‘Skyfall’ will be out April 2nd, and will be a 12-minute epos written by Kai Hansen. ‘Skyfall’ carries a musical arch that will be loved by fans of every HELLOWEEN era.

“‘Skyfall’ begins with a bang. The epic track describes an alien landing on earth and a dramatic chase while Kiske, Deris and Hansen duel with each other in a truly breathtaking manner.” a statement released with the announcement read. The song’s video was produced by Martin Häusler, and has the most elaborate video in the history of the band. Portrayed via truly cinematic 3-D animation, this video is a real high-end experience. Check out the teaser for the track here:

The album was forged in the studio using Ingo Schwichtenberg’s original drum kit, the recording was done with the same modulators and in the same Hamburg HOME studios where ‘Master Of The Rings’, ‘The Time Of The Oath’ and ‘Better Than Raw’ were recorded. Completely analog and under the eyes of long term producer Charlie Bauerfeind and co-producer Dennis Ward, the band travelled to New York and got the final mix in the Valhalla Studios with Ronald Prent (Iron Maiden, Def Leppard, Rammstein).

Talking about the experience Bauerfeind said “After 30 years with different line ups of the band, I really thought I was well prepared for another extreme challenge, but I was wrong! My expectations were highly exceeded in every way with this super-sized package of creativity”

Michael Weikath said “It is the incomprehensible encounter of seven musicians who are working as friends and even family who have created something that no one would have thought could be possible. It is like awaking from a sleep but still being in an incredible dream”

On reflection, Kai Hansen said “Being in the studio with my old companions after 30 years away was very emotional for me. But at the same time it was a completely different experience with the “new” boys. The collaboration of different songwriters, each of them strong characters in their own right, has made the album very special. A unique mix which draws from all chapters of the band’s history. HELLOWEEN is a big part of my life and I am looking forward to celebrating the songs live for and with our fans!”

Markus Grosskopf agreed saying “For me, being one of the last ‘survivors‘ who played every note from the beginning, it was a fantastic experience and a very emotional process. I think everyone can hear it on this album. I love it”

‘HELLOWEEN’ will be released on June 18th, the album pre-order will kick off on March 26th. Here’s the Tracklisting.

01 – Out For The Glory
02 – Fear Of The Fallen
03 – Best Time
04 – Mass Pollution
05 – Angels
06 – Rise Without Chains
07 – Indestructible
08 – Robot King
09 – Cyanide
10 – Down In The Dumps
11 – Orbit
12 – Skyfall