If you know Lacuna Coil, you know that each album in their extensive career is more than just music: it’s an experience, a soundtrack full of textures and emotions that evokes a specific time and place. With ‘Sleepless Empire,’ their tenth studio album, that place becomes dark, cinematic, and deeply tied to the qualities that…
With over four decades of career, Queensrÿche have not only been part of metal history—they have written it in capital letters. From their self-titled 1982 EP to the present day, the band from Bellevue, Washington, has shaped the course of multiple genres, becoming pioneers of progressive metal and leaving an indelible mark on generations of…
In 2026, The Gathering will celebrate in grand style the 30th anniversary of ‘Mandylion,’ the album that forever changed the course of atmospheric metal and gave voice to an unforgettable era thanks to Anneke van Giersbergen. After selling out five consecutive nights at the Doornroosje venue in the Netherlands in 2025, the band will extend…
For more than two decades, Trivium have raised the bar in heavy metal, achieving a unique balance between the melodic grandeur of catchy metal, the unpredictable brutality of extreme metal, the atmospheric breadth of black metal, and an undeniable rock ‘n’ roll spirit. Formed in Florida in 1999, they made their first major impact with…
In over two decades of career, Sabaton has established itself as one of the most iconic and hardworking heavy metal bands on the planet. Since their early days in 2000, the Swedish band has headlined major festivals, sold out arenas worldwide, and built a devoted following thanks to their overwhelming energy, precise live performances, and…
It’s a story like no other: a sound that changed the world. In the 50 years since bassist Steve Harris’ vision emerged from the humble working-class streets of East London, Iron Maiden has become nothing less than an institution. This year, they celebrate their founding in 1975 with a tour of colossal proportions, befitting half…
The Swedish hard rock titans H.E.A.T return in 2026 stronger than ever, performing live their powerful new album ‘Welcome to the Future,’ released in April 2025 via earMUSIC. With Kenny Leckremo’s unmistakable voice and boundless energy at the forefront, the band delivers a collection of anthems that blend the pure essence of the ’80s with…
The fifth edition of Rock Imperium Festival promises to be the biggest in its history. Iron Maiden, the greatest heavy metal band of all time, will take the stage as the main headliner on Saturday, July 4th. This edition will also feature Swedish powerhouse Sabaton leading the Sunday lineup, alongside the crushing force of Trivium,…
In 2026, we will celebrate the 5th anniversary of this exciting project called Rock Imperium. Thanks to the support of the Cartagena City Council, the Region of Murcia, Estrella de Levante, our sponsors, an exceptional team, unforgettable bands, and above all, you—the audience who gives meaning to all of this—we’re coming back stronger than ever!…
