Hailing from Cartagena, Presa began in 2017 under the name Proyecto X, playing covers before reinventing themselves as an original-song band in 2022. Their sound draws on hard rock and classic heavy metal — sharp melodies, direct intent, no frills. At Rock Imperium Festival they’ll bring the raw power of Cartagena’s sound.
The fifth edition of Rock Imperium Festival in Cartagena is set to be the biggest yet. With Iron Maiden, Sabaton and Within Temptation leading the charge, Parque El Batel will once again become the epicentre of global heavy metal. The lineup also features unmissable acts such as Mastodon, Anthrax, Testament, Trivium, The Gathering, Queensrÿche, H.E.A.T…
Want to know NOW which bands will complete the Rock Imperium Festival 2026 lineup? Stay tuned! Next Thursday, November 6th at 8:00 PM CET, our beloved Miguel de Lys will host an event where we’ll announce the complete 2026 lineup live. The live stream will be broadcast on Miguel de Lys’ official YouTube channel and…
Triskel was born in Cartagena a few years ago, led by flutist Joseph D’Folk, as a group of friends who got together simply for the joy of playing music. However, in 2022 the project took a decisive turn with the addition of guitarist and composer Ismael Ros, with whom Joseph began shaping an original repertoire…
Formed on June 23, 2018, Hagane define themselves as a harmonic metal band. Behind their fresh and luminous image lies a surprisingly powerful sound, where high-register vocals blend with a strong instrumental section to shape the identity of this unique Japanese girls band. After several releases and numerous concerts, they published their first mini-album, ‘EpisodeØ’,…
Dogma is one of the most intriguing and emerging acts in the new metal scene. Their approach is defined by an immersive aesthetic and a sound that combines mystery, darkness, and power, projecting an artistic identity as enigmatic as it is magnetic. Since their beginnings, the collective has stood out for its conceptual approach, where…
Crimson Glory was formed in Florida in 1982 and quickly became one of the most unique and cult-favorite bands in progressive metal. With an initial lineup led by vocalist Midnight, guitarists Jon Drenning and Ben Jackson, bassist Jeff Lords, and drummer Dana Burnell, they debuted in 1986 with their self-titled album released by Roadrunner, which…
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…
