The wait is finally over: Helloween have just unleashed their brand-new album „Giants & Monsters“, out today, August 29, 2025. After months of anticipation, the legendary power metal icons deliver a record that’s as colossal as its name suggests.
A New Chapter of Power Metal
On Giants & Monsters, Helloween channel everything fans love about them—massive riffs, sky-high vocals, and melodies that refuse to leave your head—while adding a fresh punch that feels tailor-made for 2025. It’s classic Helloween energy, reimagined with modern firepower.
All Eras United
What makes this release truly special is how it merges the spirit of every Helloween era into one record. The opening track sets the tone immediately: Andi Deris takes the first vocal lines before being joined by Kai Hansen, igniting pure Ride the Sky vibes that long-time fans will instantly recognize. The momentum continues with a powerhouse anthem crafted around Michael Kiske’s soaring range—a track that feels like a tailor-made showcase for one of the greatest voices in metal. It’s this interplay of eras and voices that gives Giants & Monsters its timeless edge.
Big Themes, Bigger Sound
The album lives up to its title: it’s epic, bold, and larger than life. From thunderous openers to soaring anthems, Giants & Monsters captures the band’s trademark mix of speed, melody, and drama. Lyrically, the songs dive into worlds of myth and power, but also reflect the grit of today’s struggles—bridging fantasy and reality in true Helloween style.
Why This Release Hits Different
Helloween have been shaping the sound of power metal for decades, yet Giants & Monsters proves they’re not slowing down. Instead, they’re raising the stakes. This isn’t a nostalgia trip—it’s a loud, proud statement that the band is still leading from the front.
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