King Diamond aka Kim Bendix Petersen is the undisputed king of Danish metal, frontman of Mercyful Fate and the star of his own self-named band, accomplished guitarist and bassist, he's been a frontrunner in the Scandinavian metal scene since the mid-1970s and now - despite being almost 60 years old - is showing no signs of slowing down.

The Swedish heavy metal gods return to North America for a special series of concerts. Led by Mikael Akerfeld, Opeth have forged a reputation as one of the genre's most experimental forces, following in the footsteps of their progressive rock idols by incorporating jazz, classical, folk and blues influences into their sprawling - and hauntingly melodic - tracks.

Pennsylvania alternative rock five-piece Balance and Composure head out on tour across North America this fall in support of their latest album With You In Spirit! Released on October 4th, their fourth studio album was first teased with the singles "Cross to Bear" and "Sorrow Machine" in spring, two dark, brooding but massive sounding songs which give a sign of what's to come.