LEGION OF THE DAMNED

Death Metal · Thrash Metal

Prepare yourself for a brutal onslaught of Dutch thrash metal and death metal as Legion of the Damned joins the lineup for Rockstadt Extreme Fest, taking place near Râșnov Fortress in Transylvania from 2-6 August 2023. This phenomenal band is ready to bring their unique blend of horror motifs, dark occult and religious themes, and apocalyptic events to the stage, and the Rockstadt Extreme Festival team couldn't be more thrilled to have them on board.

Formed in 1992 as Occult and later renamed to Legion of the Damned in 2006, the band hails from Limburg, The Netherlands. The current lineup consists of Maurice Swinkels on vocals, Erik Fleuren on drums, Harold Gielen on bass, Twan van Geel on guitars, and Fabian Verweij on guitars. The band is known for their aggressive style and relentless energy, and they have shared the stage with legendary acts such as Cannibal Corpse, Kataklysm, and Sodom.

Their debut album, "Malevolent Rapture," was released in 2006, followed by "Sons of the Jackal" in 2007. Throughout their career, Legion of the Damned has consistently released powerful albums, including "Feel the Blade" (2008), "Cult of the Dead" (2009), "Descent Into Chaos" (2011), "Ravenous Plague" (2014), and "Slaves of the Shadow Realm" (2019). Their music showcases a blend of thrash metal madness and death metal brutality that has won them fans across the globe.

Legion of the Damned's live performances are a testament to their ferocious intensity and dedication to their craft. They have appeared at numerous festivals, including the renowned Wacken Festival, and their shows are known for their high energy and crushing sound. As they bring their unstoppable force to the Rockstadt Extreme Fest stage, fans can expect a performance that will leave them breathless and begging for more.

LEGION OF THE DAMNED

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