# HELLOWEEN – Announce New Album: GIANTS & MONSTERS **New Music** — On Your Markus **Published:** 17 June 2025 **Author:** Markus Hamence **Source:** https://onyourmarkus.au/new-music-releases/helloween-announce-new-album-giants-monsters/ --- **GIANTS & MONSTERS drops August 29, 2025; pre-orders have started and release the first single and video for ‘This Is Tokyo’!** **HELLOWEEN**, the legendary German metal band with 21 gold and platinum awards and over ten million records sold, will release their highly anticipated new album ***GIANTS & MONSTERS*** this August. The album, now available for pre-order, follows their self-titled #1 2021 record and promises to be the most versatile and dynamic release of their career. Mixed at the legendary **Wisseloord Studios** in Hilversum, Netherlands (**IRON MAIDEN, JUDAS PRIEST, DEF LEPPARD** etc.), ***GIANTS & MONSTERS*** reaffirms the band’s position at the pinnacle of the metal world. Pre-orders are available here: **[https://helloween.rpm.link/giantsmonsters](https://helloween.rpm.link/giantsmonstersWE)** ![](https://media.onyourmarkus.au/originals/25761/image003-13.jpg) Leading the charge is the album’s first single, **‘This Is Tokyo,’** accompanied by a visual homage to Japan.  The powerful, four-minute anthem features vocalists **Andi Deris** and **Michael Kiske** and delivers a chorus designed for stadium sing-alongs. The song holds personal significance for **Deris**: *“I’ve always wanted to write this song. Japan plays a special role in my life because I had my first big successes there. I wanted to create a tribute to Japan for a while now and finally found the right lyrics. Because ****‘Tokyo’**** sounds better than ****‘Japan,’**** the city stands for a whole country that is very important to me.”* Watch **‘This Is Tokyo’** here: **[https://youtu.be/88Nn7CIpmWQ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=88Nn7CIpmWQ)** **HELLOWEEN** will celebrate four decades of metal mastery with a global 40th anniversary tour. The European leg begins in mid-October, with initial dates selling out quickly and additional shows in Madrid and Bochum already on sale. Featuring an ultimate set list packed with surprises, the tour will showcase the band’s unparalleled legacy and ongoing creative power. ***GIANTS & MONSTERS*** pushes the boundaries of **HELLOWEEN**’s sound, thanks to the instincts of producers **Charlie Bauerfeind** and **Dennis Ward**, as well as the band’s relentless pursuit of excellence. Per example, drummer **Dani Löble** recorded all tracks using three different drum kits to capture the perfect vibe for each song, a testament to their attention to detail and love of experimentation. The band’s chemistry continues to drive their success. *“What keeps motivating us is the fact that we’re extremely different. It generates creative energy,”* says guitarist **Michael Weikath**. **Kai Hansen** adds: *“We try not to take ourselves and everything around us too seriously.”* **Deris** sums it up: *“In the end, we’re just seven guys who want to make music and enjoy the incomparable force that arises when we’re together. ****HELLOWEEN**** is way more powerful than the sum of its parts.”* With ***GIANTS & MONSTERS*****, HELLOWEEN** boldly step into their fifth decade, proving once again why they remain one of the most influential and beloved bands in heavy metal. ![](https://media.onyourmarkus.au/originals/25760/image005-7.jpg) ***GIANTS & MONSTERS*** – Track Listing: 01. Giants On The Run 02. Savior Of The World 03. A Little Is A Little Too Much 04. We Can Be Gods 05. Into The Sun 06. This Is Tokyo 07. Universe (Gravity For Hearts) 08. Hand Of God 09. Under The Moonlight 10. Majestic **Formats:** – earbook (incl. bonus-CD) – digipak-CD (incl. bonus track) – jewel case-CD – 2LP in gatefold (various colours) – picture 2LP (incl. bonus track) – digital **HELLOWEEN are:** Michael Kiske | vocals Andi Deris | vocals Kai Hansen | guitars, vocals Michael Weikath |  guitars Sascha Gerstner |  guitars Markus Grosskopf | bass Daniel Löble | drums More on **HELLOWEEN:** **[helloween.org](https://www.promojukebox.com/nwldel/link/?nlsendlistid=10373745&checkcode=d29c97844fd35b6c&urlcc=342347be4ee1ce22&acc=bklqbmlKb2FHVlpwTWViZHJsY2ppN01MTy84OTJ2RWd4VjFJOWFPbTdhVT0%3D)**** | ****[Facebook](https://www.promojukebox.com/nwldel/link/?nlsendlistid=10373745&checkcode=d29c97844fd35b6c&urlcc=7b03d12e9883b244&acc=enRScEhnQmIyYkczZ0VYMUZjakdmUmpRZ2UzZXp4cjZIcWhDL2lTS0JoY1kyWTNhUk92MStYOWVmaFhZdDcyZg%3D%3D)**** | ****[Instagram](https://www.promojukebox.com/nwldel/link/?nlsendlistid=10373745&checkcode=d29c97844fd35b6c&urlcc=d76a0e33490cdd0c&acc=RTdKT2QvS3VXYW1TZ0dGeTkzdWJNS2hNVURFSlZnK0RpNG9DMVo1Q3B1RWZ0cS9HY05MUm9iNXZvNkVhOVE2ag%3D%3D)**** | ****[Threads](https://www.promojukebox.com/nwldel/link/?nlsendlistid=10373745&checkcode=d29c97844fd35b6c&urlcc=df708f36afd5fcf7&acc=SFZIUVEzT1ZqVUlLUnJvV0xVV2R6WFZzOE14VlQxRlVBNDIyRTdiWkdBZ1V5dFNwM0ZMMTR1UFZReUs2UmxKMw%3D%3D)**** | ****[TikTok](https://www.promojukebox.com/nwldel/link/?nlsendlistid=10373745&checkcode=d29c97844fd35b6c&urlcc=82640e5e7ddc5208&acc=dXJwcDZJbUJNekZIeUtUM2tHd0luVXpxN29MVWo0MnhlTGxJZWpPaHRJS0UweHdFa1NneVJsZ281Tmx2QUdLeQ%3D%3D)** **[YouTube](https://www.promojukebox.com/nwldel/link/?nlsendlistid=10373745&checkcode=d29c97844fd35b6c&urlcc=81aeac94222d4c81&acc=Y3JwdndLTXkyREIvb3NaV1FibXJSZmZMRTMvbkxjaXIzV3BuQXY3YW5GTFgwRCtVdEc2MS90KzByNmFQN09PMQ%3D%3D)**** | ****[X](https://www.promojukebox.com/nwldel/link/?nlsendlistid=10373745&checkcode=d29c97844fd35b6c&urlcc=3519443cd8a46907&acc=d21KTHJ4MVZVKzlPWGxjUzJqYURQUnZLRWExTG44UDVHZ0UvMUpVaXVlRT0%3D)**** | ****[Spotify](https://www.promojukebox.com/nwldel/link/?nlsendlistid=10373745&checkcode=d29c97844fd35b6c&urlcc=26b6b9107adefe7a&acc=NHZYK0hzWk1WYXNrVUYvNzhTQ1UyRU5mZjFDYjJpcGJKbDRXS3QvYUhlNUQyd2FtbmJUUXRSV2pkN0hCMENreGd6c0F0MVFkU0RLck5WNmNRbWI3ODlUNDk2NzB6Rkt3MGNzT29DbDlMNk1ZOFFHYWV1ZlJGTWVLUmNBRnozNGs%3D)**** | ****[Apple Music](https://www.promojukebox.com/nwldel/link/?nlsendlistid=10373745&checkcode=d29c97844fd35b6c&urlcc=63011ff4d76e53f5&acc=SjJmMGxyRno5OXEwcURRM0N6VHgzQ3ZxMkdwMUZSdkE0dmx2RVNJSmVDak5ZL0U1N1BvSXNaWThscXZGaTRUcTA5czFOUkpSM0x5Mjd4ZU1YdnRpaGc9PQ%3D%3D)**** | ****[RPM](https://www.promojukebox.com/nwldel/link/?nlsendlistid=10373745&checkcode=d29c97844fd35b6c&urlcc=fa1b6e58ff588be5&acc=RGd1RGttVjd4cXJETHZQN0Jmb2RQQ2RZMnMvM1dnSkxmcFVUT1daVEppMGZab2IvVytaRkErV2YxQjJtUitCamI1RnB6VHgyR0xQcXE1ZGZhODFQMFRyck1Janc3M2M0L1ZEREZqK0YvNzFSODNYZTM3MTUyd1p0SG9uWUJzdk4%3D)** ![](https://media.onyourmarkus.au/originals/25763/Helloween.webp)