Rock and metal icons AVANTASIA release their 10th studio album »Here Be Dragons«. Alongside absolute AVANTASIA essentials like grand choirs and bombastic symphonic metal elements, multi-talented frontman Tobias Sammet surprises old and new fans alike with fascinating new soundscapes. Here Be Dragons expands the AVANTASIA sound, which has been continuously developed and celebrated worldwide for over 25 years, with exciting and powerful facets. The result is the most consistent and concise work in the band's history. The band's impressive success story includes nine studio albums (including "Moonglow" (2019), which debuted at number 1 on the German album charts!), gold records, hundreds of millions of streams, headline shows at all major metal festivals, and sold-out arena tours worldwide with tens of thousands of loyal fans. AVANTASIA prove once again in 2025 that for this exceptional band, there's only one way to go: up. Shortly after the release of "Here Be Dragons," the band will embark on an extensive arena headlining tour across Europe, featuring the biggest and most epic production in the band's history. In typical AVANTASIA fashion, the album creates cinematic atmospheres and brings grand stories to life – crafted by truly exceptional musicians. The opener, "Creepshow," immediately sets the bar high and is undoubtedly one of the catchiest songs in the band's history. From the very first second, this energetic hit immerses the listener in AVANTASIA's new era and will become an integral part of the band's spectacular live shows. In contrast, the title track, "Here Be Dragons," is a classic, epic AVANTASIA song and, at almost nine minutes, by far the longest on the album. The cinematic, dark soundscapes of "The Witch" captivate and perfectly underscore the song's storyline. Emotional, multifaceted vocal duets enchant on "Avalon," while the confident heavy metal number "Against The Wind" is further proof of the versatility of AVANTASIA's sound on Here Be Dragons. Here Be Dragons is undeniably AVANTASIA's strongest album to date, impressing with its balance and cohesion. All ten tracks on Here Be Dragons were written and composed by Tobias Sammet himself. Sascha Paeth, who also mixed the album, is responsible for production and recording alongside Sammet. The master was created by Michael Rodenberg, while British fantasy artist Rodney Matthews designed the breathtaking cover artwork – his second AVANTASIA cover after the legendary "The Mystery of Time" (2013). The album will be available in numerous high-quality editions, some of which are limited editions and include two selected bonus albums. Here Be Dragons is another masterpiece that will transport both fans and critics into the lovingly and meticulously crafted world of AVANTASIA, leaving them speechless. With this new album, Tobias Sammet and his band make a statement and solidify their leading status! New product