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Prog Metal Mania Festival @progmetalmania.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

LINE-UP PROG METAL MANIA 2027! 💥 Thrilled to share the line-up for Prog Metal Mania Festival 2027 with you in all its variety and glory! 🤩

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Prog Metal Mania Festival @progmetalmania.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

BAND REVEAL #12: 7FOR4 The Munich-based Prog Fusion trio skillfully melts a colorful mix of styles into their extraordinary yet coherent compositions. Catchy melodies and spherical tunes alternate with full power passages,...

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Prog Metal Mania Festival @progmetalmania.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

BAND REVEAL #11: NOVENA Back in 2020, the UK based band Novena took the Progmetal scene by storm with their debut album "Eleventh Hour". Standing out thanks to its brilliant, diverse song-writing and excellent musicianship, the sextett brings together Rock with Jazz and ...

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Prog Metal Mania Festival @progmetalmania.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

GUESS THE BAND #12 🎸 Flying in with maximum warp from the Rockalaxy, the German trio takes us on a wild ride through the highlands of notes, uphill and downhill. Any guesses? 🤔

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Prog Metal Mania Festival @progmetalmania.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

GUESS THE BAND #11 🕰 Fronted by an expressive vocal duo and indestructible in polyrhythmic handclapping, the mastermind behind this UK based sextet might be one of the best dressed musicians within the scene. Any guesses? 🤔

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Prog Metal Mania Festival @progmetalmania.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

BAND REVEAL #10: THE ANCHORET What began as an outlet in the pandemic's loneliness became one of the most celebrated debuts of the recent years. The album skillfully weaves together mesmerizing guitar lines and marvelous sonic landscapes with hints of Death Metal...

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Prog Metal Mania Festival @progmetalmania.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

BAND REVEAL #9: COLD NIGHT FOR ALLIGATORS Melting melancholic atmospheres with powerful, infectious choruses, their music offers unconventional song structures, and a deeply personal lyrical universe wrapped into huge soundscapes and a contemporary cloak.

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Prog Metal Mania Festival @progmetalmania.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

GUESS THE BAND #10 😎 Someone listening? Calling all Prog Metal Maniacs to stay with the Canadian masters of Kitchen Sink Metal™ until the sun illuminates. Any guesses? 🤔

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Prog Metal Mania Festival @progmetalmania.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

GUESS THE BAND #9 🐊 In the course of events, Danish crocodiles will bring the djenty party heat and dance for you. Behind curtains or on stage? We’ll see… Any guesses? 🤔

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Prog Metal Mania Festival @progmetalmania.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

BAND REVEAL #8: ALKALOID This German group of mad scientists knows no boarders, blending technical proficiency with sci-fi inspired themes. Their three studio albums fuse everything from terrific polyrhythms to monstrous growls, brutally technical riffs and infectious choruses.

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Prog Metal Mania Festival @progmetalmania.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

BAND REVEAL #7: ANTHRIEL Hailing from Finland, Anthriel offers Progmetal that’s accessible from the very first listen, yet where further plays reveal numerous hidden depths. The expressive vocals high in melody are built into intricate yet digestible arrangements,... (1/2)

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Prog Metal Mania Festival @progmetalmania.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

GUESS THE BAND #8 🤘 This German group of mad scientists named themselves after a kind of chemical substance, blending technical proficiency with sci-fi inspired themes. Any guesses? 🤔

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Prog Metal Mania Festival @progmetalmania.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

GUESS THE BAND # 7 ✨ Hailing from Finland and named after the angel of balance and harmony, this Progmetal band guides us under burning skies with a dark morning star. Any guesses? 🤔

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Prog Metal Mania Festival @progmetalmania.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

BAND REVEAL #6: DARKANE Since their formation in 1998, Swedish Death Thrash Metal legends Darkane deliver the perfect blend of mighty riffs, stellar solos, and mind blowing grooves. Combining diverse song-writing and excellent musicianship, the songs come along brutal yet catchy.

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Prog Metal Mania Festival @progmetalmania.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

BAND REVEAL #5: PHANTOM SPELL 🧙‍♂️ Dexterous twin-lead guitars entwine with undulating synths and Hammond organ to form the perfect backdrop for Kyle McNeill’s enchanting voice. Like a long-lost soundtrack to your favourite AD&D supplement, Phantom Spell promises adventure and mystery aplenty.

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Subsy @subsequentseer.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

You wanna know how to get me to fly halfway around the world...that's how 😊 Full disclosure, I was going anyway, but still!!

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Prog Metal Mania Festival @progmetalmania.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

GUESS THE BAND #6 🔥 Expanding our senses since their awakening in 1998, the Swedish Progressive Death Metal legends embrace the flames with inhuman spirits. Any guesses? 🤔

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Prog Metal Mania Festival @progmetalmania.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

GUESS THE BAND #5 🧙‍♂️ Originally from the UK, now located in Spain, the wizard walks up the Prog Metal Mania tower to mesmerize his audience atop Old Pendle with his siren song. Any guesses? 🤔

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Prog Metal Mania Festival @progmetalmania.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

BAND REVEAL #4: DEFECTO ❤️‍🔥 The Danish Progmetal band rises untamed, with furious guitar work and hearts on fire. Despite the raw power they bring into their work, there's still enough space for instrumental playfulness, virtuosity, and catchy melodies. progmetalmania.com/en/Bands-202...

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Prog Metal Mania Festival @progmetalmania.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

BAND REVEAL #2: GREEN CARNATION 💚 The Norwegian Prog masters will embark on their first journey towards Munich since 2003! Never shying away from a challenge, they still release captivating epics and dark poems. progmetalmania.com/en/Bands-202...

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Prog Metal Mania Festival @progmetalmania.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

GUESS THE BAND #4 ❤️‍🔥 Since their inception in 2011, the Progmetal powerhouse from Copenhagen rises sovereign and untamed, with furious guitar work and hearts on fire. Any guesses? 🤔

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Prog Metal Mania Festival @progmetalmania.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

GUESS THE BAND #3 💚 Having embarked on their journey to the end of the night with a 60min opus 25 years ago, the Norwegian six-piece still releases captivating epics and dark poems. Any guesses? 🤔

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Prog Metal Mania Festival @progmetalmania.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

BAND REVEAL #2: VOIDCHASER 🚀 The Swedish / Canadian band balance a dense, layered wall of sound, high energy choruses and memorable melodies. The splendid guitar work brings in both, heavyness and virtuosity, so does the playful drumming. progmetalmania.com/en/Bands-202...

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Prog Metal Mania Festival @progmetalmania.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

BAND REVEAL #1: DGM By skillfully melting captivating song-writing with expressive vocals, intriguing rhythm patterns as well as marvelous guitar and keyboard wizardry, the Italian Progmetal band invites their listeners on a mesmerizing, musical journey. progmetalmania.com/en/Bands-202...

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Prog Metal Mania Festival @progmetalmania.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

GUESS THE BAND #2 😎 They've been chasing hearts, voids and soup since 2023. Now, this Canadian-Swedish band is ready to bring their interstellar sound to Munich for the very first time at Prog Metal Mania. Any guesses? 🤔

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Prog Metal Mania Festival @progmetalmania.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

GUESS THE BAND #1 🤩 12 records into their career, the Italian Progmetal quintet released their first concept album in 2024, taking their listeners from the great unknown to the final call and beyond. Any guesses? 🤔

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Prog Metal Mania Festival @progmetalmania.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

🤘 Excited to share the news about the festival's 2nd edition! 🤘 🌎 Technikum in Munich (Germany) 📅 11 - 13 June 2027 🎶 3 days, one stage, 14 Bands throughout the broad Prog, Metal & Mania spectrum Infos & Tickets at progmetalmania.com

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Prog Metal Mania Festival @progmetalmania.bsky.social · 29/09/2025

Update Prog Metal Mania 2.0 After the enthusiastic feedback on our debut, we quickly started to figure out the opportunities for a follow-up in 2026. But as much as we would have loved to go straight into the next edition, there were just too many reasons that spoke against it.

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Prog Metal Mania Festival @progmetalmania.bsky.social · 29/08/2025

Happy release day! Congrats Ihlo on their new album 👏🤩🤘

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aeons-iom.bsky.social @aeons-iom.bsky.social · 10/08/2025

Collapse, Live in Munich @progmetalmania.bsky.social .. And some awesome news to follow soon ! youtu.be/BIX-oDXjzPg?...

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AEONS - Collapse - LIVE @ Prog Metal Mania, Munich

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Prog Metal Mania Festival @progmetalmania.bsky.social · 01/06/2025

We still have some Prog Metal Mania shirts that are looking for a new home.😇 They're available in two designs and three different colours, welcome to learn more at the links below. Thanks!

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The Progspace @theprogspace.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

📸 buff.ly/cYlm2WO Scar Symmetry closed @progmetalmania.bsky.social with intense growls and clean vocals, plus razor-sharp guitar work by Per Nilsson. A deserved headliner for a thrilling show. #ProgMetalMania #ScarSymmetry

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The Progspace @theprogspace.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

📸 buff.ly/E2GVUH9 Poem live at @progmetalmania.bsky.social delivered melody, power, and George Prokopiou’s stellar vocals. Another tight, emotional show from one of Greece’s finest. #ProgMetalMania2025

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The Progspace @theprogspace.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

📸 buff.ly/b2y2Y4s Xaon arrived at @progmetalmania.bsky.social, growled and conquered! A symphonic death metal surprise from France that lit up the stage. #ProgMetalMania2025

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The Progspace @theprogspace.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

📸 buff.ly/wMYsPvW Turbulence from Lebanon blew us away with skill, soul & power at @progmetalmania.bsky.social. Here's to more world stages and peace for Lebanon. #ProgMetalMania2025

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The Progspace @theprogspace.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

📸 buff.ly/3z3W4HN Aeons brought the power and banter from the Isle of Man to @progmetalmania.bsky.social Raw, direct, tight and ready for more festival stages. #ProgMetalMania2025

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The Progspace @theprogspace.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

📸 buff.ly/VBLkuoX @progmetalmania.bsky.social second day continued with Soulsplitter’s blend of prog metal, jazz & classical wowed the crowd at Prog Metal Mania. New song with Ophelia Sullivan was a standout moment. #ProgMetalMania2025

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The Progspace @theprogspace.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

📸 buff.ly/ZzXgT2B Opening the second day of @progmetalmania.bsky.social , John Macaluso showcased his legendary drumming live with classic tracks and stories, giving fans a unique festival experience. #ProgMetalMania2025

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The Progspace @theprogspace.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

📸 buff.ly/S0J7hiY Disillusion closed day one of @progmetalmania.bsky.social with a powerful show of melody and aggression, led by Andy Schmidt’s commanding vocals. One of the best live bands out there. #ProgMetalMania2025

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The Progspace @theprogspace.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

📸 buff.ly/v2NQgK5 Obsidious stunned progmetalmania.bsky.social with a fierce tech-death set. A masterclass in precision and power. #ProgMetalMania2025

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The Progspace @theprogspace.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

📸 buff.ly/kzWvGUZ FKÜ’s horror-metal show was loud, wild and a total blast. Not prog, but a must-see act for the crowd at Prog Metal Mania. #ProgMetalMania2025 @progmetalmania.bsky.social

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The Progspace @theprogspace.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

📸 buff.ly/76jeGrV Sweden’s Vulkan brought their signature prog rock to life. Tight, emotional, atmospheric. For me one of the best sets of the weekend at progmetalmania.bsky.social #ProgMetalMania2025 #Vulkan #Vulkanband

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The Progspace @theprogspace.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

📸 buff.ly/69swymM Loch Vostok brought heavy grooves and their signature melodic prog metal to progmetalmania.bsky.social with energy and precision. #ProgMetalMania #LockVostok

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The Progspace @theprogspace.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

📸 🤘 buff.ly/Npzaxtr Ihlo’s massive sound and chemistry rocked progmetalmania.bsky.social . New bassist Max Brayson fits like a glove. #ProgMetalMania #Ihlo #progmetal

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aeons-iom.bsky.social @aeons-iom.bsky.social · 18/05/2025

Werewolf LIVE @ Prog Metal Mania now up on YouTube! One of our favourites to play live. See you on the 24th @ The Villa, IOM youtu.be/lLIo8Sm7MOM?...

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AEONS - Werewolf - LIVE @ Prog Metal Mania, Munich

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