Set to kick off worldwide summer tour tomorrow (July 14)
After releasing the visually stunning videos for “First Kill” (youtu.be/qw5G6fF-wqQ) and “At Dawn’s First Light” (youtu.be/h6-krHfdmGg) last year, in support of their latest album,Jomsviking, Amon Amarth is now ready to debut a new video from the record: “The Way Of Vikings” – which was once again directed by Grupa 13 (grupa13.com). To watch the video – featuring the full band as Peaky Blinders inspired characters at a brutal underground gambling hall and boxing match – please visit: facebook.com/OfficialAmonAmarth – where the video will be streaming live at 11am PDT / 2pm EDT / 8pm CEST. Fans can also view “The Way Of Vikings” now at: youtube.com/watch?v=55OJ17cHeJA
Starting tomorrow (July 14), Amon Amarth will head back out on the road for their worldwide summer tour, which includes an appearance at the renowned Chicago Open Air on July 16. See below for all dates!
Amon Amarth tour dates
July 14 – Gavle, Sweden – Gefle Metal Festival
July 16 – Chicago, USA – Chicago Open Air
July 25 – Tolmin, Slovenia – Metaldays Festival
July 27 – Tel Aviv, Israel – Theatre Club
July 29 – Istanbul, Turkey – Rock Off Festival
Aug. 2 – Vienna, Austria – Jolly Roger Festival
Aug. 4 – Kostrzyn nad Odra, Poland – Przystanek Woodstock
Aug. 5 – Wacken, Germany – Wacken Open Air
Aug. 6 – Colmar, France – Foire Aux Vins
Aug. 7 – Majano (Udine), Italy – City Festival
Aug. 9 – Villena, Spain – Leyendas Del Rock
Aug. 11 – Derbyshire, UK – Bloodstock Open Air
Aug. 12 – Leeuwarden, Netherlands – Into The Grave
Aug. 13 – Kortrijk, Belgium – Alcatraz Festival
Aug. 17 – Dinkelsbuhl, Germany – Summer Breeze
Aug. 18 – Moravsky Krumlov, Czech Republic – Rock Heart Festival
Aug. 19 – Zvolen, Slovakia – More Than Fest
Aug. 21 – Pratteln, Switzerland – Earshaker Day
Aug. 23 – Budapest, Hungary – Barba Negra Open Air Show
Aug. 25 – Giessen, Germany – Kultursommer
Aug. 26 – Sulingen, Germany – Reload Festival
Aug. 28 – Kiev, Russia – Sentrum
Aug. 29 – Minsk, Russia – Re:Public
Aug. 30 – St. Petersburg, Russia – A2
Aug. 31 – Krasnodar, Russia – Arena Hall
Sept. 2 – Yekaterinburg, Russia – Tele Club
Sept. 4 – Samara, Russia – Zvezda
Sept. 5 – Moscow, Russia – Yotaspace
As the band’s first concept record in their storied career, Jomsviking tells a tragic, original tale of conflict and revenge, backed by the Swedes’ trademark melodic, anthemic metal – which was produced and mixed once again by Andy Sneap (Megadeth, Testament, Accept). For their efforts, Amon Amarth landed on the global charts (including a #11 spot on the USA Current Album Billboard Chart!). To purchase and preview Jomsviking, please visit amonamarth.com
Read on for some reviews of Jomsviking:
“‘Jomsviking‘ is sure to satisfy Amon Amarth fans old and new and sure to rip the face off of any who are not ready.” – MetalSucks.net (USA) (4.5/5)
“This latest venture through Norse mythology and barbaric fantasy is likely to go down as an instant fan favorite.” – Blabbermouth.net (USA) (8.5/10)
“…the Swedish outfit has returned with a concept record of epic proportions.” – PopMatters.com (USA)
“After all the best axes are still being forged by the master!” – Metal Hammer (Germany)
“…you are left with no doubt that Amon Amarth are at the top of their game right now. This is splendid.” – Powerplay (UK) (9/10)
“…this is killer business as usual…” – Metal Hammer (UK)
“This album is a genuinely impressive piece of work. Whether you like Vikings or not, this is a brilliant death metal record from a brilliant death metal band.” – Musicology (UK) (8/10)
Amon Amarth line-up:
Johan Hegg – Vocals
Ted Lundstrom – Bass
Johan Soderberg – Guitar
Olavi Mikkonen – Guitar
Jocke Wallgren – Drums
Amon Amarth online:
http://www.amonamarth.com
http://www.facebook.com/OfficialAmonAmarth
http://twitter.com/amonamarthband
https://www.instagram.com/amonamarth
https://youtube.com/AmonAmarthOfficial
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