UP THE HAMMERS FESTIVAL XXI

Up The Hammers Festival has endured as a sanctuary for traditional, epic and underground heavy metal for over two decades. The festival brings together international acts across multiple generations of the heavy metal underground. The lineup features landmark performances including Cirith Ungol in a globally exclusive appearance and reunites legendary Italian band Astaroth. Returning acts like Armored Saint and Pagan Altar anchor the bill. The festival showcases both established torchbearers of classic heavy metal and emerging talent from the European and American underground, including Greek newcomers Axeon. Acts span US power metal, British epic doom, German dark metal and Scandinavian traditions. This gathering reaffirms the festival's enduring mission as a destination for the worldwide heavy metal community.