Gwar is a heavy metal band formed in Richmond, VA, in 1984. The band is best known for its elaborate science fiction/horror film inspired costumes, obscene lyrics and graphic stage performances, which feature humorous enactments of politically and morally taboo themes. Their grotesque costumes make them easy to identify, and their science-fiction mythology theme only adds to the band portrayal of them being warriors.

Heavy-hitting rock band The Warning are hitting the road this fall to celebrate the release of their newest album Keep Me Fed. The three-piece band made up of Villarreal Vlez sisters, hailing from Monterrey Mexico will be heading all over North America, a far cry from their days of practicing music on the Rock Band video games. If you're a fan of Foo Fighters, Halestorm, Guns N' Roses, or the Pretty Reckless, you'll love The Warning. It's a night of face-melting, eardrum-bursting hard rock music, need we say more?

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.

Power metal fans, your time is nigh this fall as Powerwolf returns to North America with support from Unleash the Archers. Celebrating the upcoming release of their new album, the band are set to showcase the tracks for the first time ever. Study up on your Latin, don your best moody church gear, and grab your tickets for the heavy metal mass that is Powerwolf's show before they sell out!