UP THE HAMMERS FESTIVAL XXI ~ Aftermath

After the incredible response and energy of last year’s 4th day, there was no question - the aftermath returns.
Please welcome:
🔥 PREACHER’S PURGATORY (DE)
Fronted by original Running Wild member Preacher, co-writer of the classic "Gates to Purgatory" album. Joined by an all-star lineup featuring Stefan Schwarzmann on drums (ex-Running Wild, ex-Accept, ex-U.D.O.), the band will perform an exclusive 1982-1985 era setlist, playing the full "Gates to Purgatory" album live along with early Running Wild classics!
🔥 ARGUS (US)
From USA, Argus - true metal warriors from Pennsylvania, named after a figure of Greek mythology. A powerful blend of epic doom and classic heavy metal, exactly the kind of sound that defines this festival.
🔥 FEANOR (AR)
Joining us from Argentina, FEANOR, led by our longtime friend Gus Acosta, will appear with an amazing lineup of musicians:
▶️ Vocals: Mike Stark
▶️ Guitars: E.V. Martel (ex- Manowar)
▶️ Guitars: Thilo Herrmann (ex-Running Wild, Grave Digger, Faithful Breath)
▶️ Drums: Emiliano Wachs
This will be a very rare live appearance!
🔥 BLACK SOUL HORDE (GR)
From Greece, Black Soul Horde - dark and majestic heavy metal with a haunting aura, bringing their own unique vision of the genre, forged in our homeland.
🔥 CREATURES (BR)
The heavy metal attackers from Brazil are ready to bring their razor-sharp riffs and high-energy assault straight to our stage. With their relentless style, they are the perfect addition to this heavy metal celebration!
More bands will be announced soon.