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HELLOWEEN present brand-new music video pursuing old spirits to connect with today’s time: ‘A Little Is A Little Too Much’

Taken from GIANTS & MONSTERS, the highly-praised new album – OUT NOW

“With “Giants & Monsters,” HELLOWEEN lift the genre standards into the perfect height!” METAL HAMMER (DE)

““Giants & Monsters” is the roar of a band in their prime – mature, mighty, and unmistakably HELLOWEEN.” METAL HAMMER (ES)

““Giants & Monsters” is an album by a band that stands a universe ahead of everyone else. With no creative limits, this record is a true metaphysical experience.” SPARK (CZ)

““Giants & Monsters” bursts with energy and spirit, seasoned craftsmanship that embraces all eras of HELLOWEEN.” BRAVEWORDS (CA)

“The relentless experimentation of their ultimate seven-member line-up has finally reached the pinnacle with “Giants & Monsters.” BURRN! (JP)

ORDER & STREAM THE ALBUM

German metal icons HELLOWEEN have always been pioneers of the power metal scene: The godfathers of melodic speed metal are renowned for their brilliant records and unforgettable concerts. GIANTS & MONSTERS the highly-praised follow-up to their self-titled No.1 album has finally arrived through Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM) and continues the band’s unparalleled legacy. The long-awaited record will certainly be celebrated by the Pumpkinheads around the world on the band’s upcoming “40 Years Anniversary Tour.” The global tour will be more than exciting for the fans with a career-spanning set list and brand-new live show, starting in Europe this autumn and followed by tours in Asia, North and Latin America. Order/stream the album here: https://helloween.rpm.link/giantsmonstersPR

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GIANTS & MONSTERS is a truly impressive HELLOWEEN album: confident and bursting with vigour, the septet presents probably the most versatile album of their career. The album release is accompanied by a 90’s MTV style music video with ‘A Little Is A Little Too Much.’ Under complete banishment of AI, it beams the viewer into a miniature doll house, making the artists not look like monsters, but GIANTS indeed. Playing with optical illusions, the video captivates eyes, ears, and all other senses with HELLOWEEN’s trademark sense of humour and shows the fun within the band. The song itself is a veritable hit with a hook that carves its way into the fans’ minds and captivates immediately.

Andi Deris comments on the song: “I wanted to write something about the last drop that causes a huge flooding – a little is a little too much. The story itself is a bit erotic. It’s about my first experiences when I was a teenager. You always dream about having sex and finally once you have it you realise: Okay, it took one second that something happened that you didn’t want in that moment. And here we go: A little is a little too much, better don’t move or don’t touch. But in the end, it is about all the minor things that get out of hand with this little bit more, and then it’s a little too much.”

Guitarist Sascha Gerstner, originator of the clip idea, adds: “HELLOWEEN have been known for going against the tide of heavy metal clichés since the 80’s. Think of music videos like ‘I Want Out’ or ‘Where The Rain Grows’ – it always was about not taking yourself too seriously. With the music video for ‘A Little Is A Little Too Much,’ we wanted to pursue this spirit and connect the old days with the new era.”

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. As an 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.

With GIANTS & MONSTERS HELLOWEEN are confidently stepping into their 5th decade of existence, proving once again why they remain one of the most influential and beloved bands in heavy metal.

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 top of the metal world.