BRAINSTORM - Plague Of Rats (February 28, 2025)

🔥NEW UPCOMING ALBUM RELEASE ANNOUNCEMENT!🔥

🤘New release from: BRAINSTORM – Plague Of Rats (February 28, 2025)🤘

Power metal fans, get ready! Southern Germany’s powerhouse, BRAINSTORM, are gearing up to unleash their new album Plague Of Rats, and it’s set to blow your minds and rock your ears! Created alongside their trusted team — Sebastian “Seeb” Levermann for mixing and mastering at Greenman Studios, Gyula Havancsák on artwork, and Alex Kühr on photography — this album delivers ten epic new tracks that will transport fans to the captivating world of India and beyond.

Singer Andy B. Franck explains: “The history of India dates back to 5,000 years and the Indus civilization is one of the oldest in the entire world. With ‘Maharaja Palace’ (‘Ambiguity’) but especially our breakthrough with the album Soul Temptation, it was important to me to bring my penchant for this history and culture into our music. I think it just fits well with the sound of BRAINSTORM. I love the sound and harmonies in the Indian music and I think it was about time to delve into history again and to bring this very special shine into our music.”

He adds: “Plague Of Rats is more ‘in your face’ and very direct. I think it fits perfectly into our times and reflects the mood of the band: it’s very aggressive and energetic – attack!”

Though BRAINSTORM have a long history, much like the ancient Indus civilization, they’re still in tune with the times. Their latest opus combines signature elements with a fresh, modern edge that’s clearly left its mark on the album. Plus, the band’s ‘attack mode’ approach shines through with a line-up of powerful tracks – no slow songs, no ballads, just pure, high-energy metal.

“Of course, we have developed over the years. But I think we have something that many bands have lost in these days: independence. You can f***ing recognize a BRAINSTORM song after just a few seconds. That’s perfect and somehow makes us special,” the frontman comments.

Alongside collaborating with familiar partners, BRAINSTORM have ventured into new territory: their booking is now managed by Decibel-Touring, and they’ve recently signed a record deal with Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM). This exciting partnership will bring their new album, Plague Of Rats, to fans on February 28, 2025.