Holycide

The thrash metal from the Spanish band Holycide will shake the foundations of Rock Imperium with the songs from their new EP titled “Bazookiller,” a torrent of sharp riffs and gripping melodies. One of the most prominent thrash bands in our scene, they’re the perfect addition to our festival lineup.

Astray Valley

Astray Valley is known for incorporating mystical references and dark stories into their songs, imagery, and performances. Their new release, “Midnight Sun,” promises to continue the band’s upward trajectory, complemented by unique imagery in the Spanish music scene and compositions as immersive as they are distinctive.

Phantom Excaliver

Winners in the Wacken Open Air battle of the bands, Phantom Excaliber will come directly from Japan to showcase their powerful heavy metal. Dreams, passion, hope, and courage are their hallmarks. They are one of the Japanese bands that have crossed borders in recent years.

The Last Internationale

Formed by vocalist Delila Paz and guitarist Edgey, The Last Internationale are the new rockstars of the moment, exuding a rebellious attitude and pure rock ‘n’ roll. According to Tom Morello, they are his favorites in the new generation of rock stars. Their latest studio work, “TLI 3,” is the perfect blend of rawness and…

Shores of Null

Shores of Null have successfully blended heavy and tranquil elements in their sound, a nearly unique combination in today’s music landscape, ranging from gothic/doom melancholy to choral textures and rhythmically refined sections with clean and guttural vocals. We’ll enjoy their sounds at the upcoming edition of Rock Imperium, where they’ll deliver one of the most…

The Raven Age

After touring the world alongside Iron Maiden, George Harris and his band return to Spanish soil to present their most recent studio work, “Blood Omen,” filled with grooves and catchy choruses. Their live power is well-known, and we’ll get to experience it in Cartagena at the new edition of Rock Imperium.

Lovebites

Lovebites is a female heavy metal band from Japan, formed in 2016. Their lineup includes Miho on bass, Haruna on drums, Midori and Miyako on guitar, and Asami on vocals. Lovebites’ sound is heavily influenced by classic heavy metal, but with their unique musical vision, they’ve become a truly formidable group with unmatched live energy.

Xandria

Symphonic metal icons Xandria will be at the Rock Imperium Festival 2024. “The Wonders Still Awaiting” is the new chapter of the band led by Marco Heubaum, a continuation of the band’s essence in a new world of genres and sonic elements. With their new singer, Ambre Vourvahis, the band embarks on a new chapter…

Blackbriar

In an era when bands often play it safe and stick to genre conventions, it’s rare to find a band that takes a more distinctive approach and can transport you to a land of mystery and charm. Since 2012, Blackbriar has conjured its own vision of alternative/gothic metal, led by Zora Cock, Rene Boxem, and…

Ronnie Romero

We had him last year, enchanting us with his voice alongside Elegant Weapons, and we couldn’t miss the opportunity to have him back on our stage. Chilean Ronnie Romero, known worldwide for his outstanding and impressive career with Rainbow, Michael Schenker, Vanderberg, Lords Of Black, among others, will once again land in Cartagena for a…