The Hellsinki Metal Festival 2026 lineup is shaping up with the announcement of key artists like Paradise Lost, Carcass, Cryptopsy, and Unleashed. Scheduled for August 7-8 at the Helsinki Ice Hall festival area, this year's event promises a diverse array of metal acts. Paradise Lost, known for their recent "Ascension" album, and the iconic Carcass are set to headline the festival.

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Adding an international flair to the lineup, Cryptopsy from Canada, a stalwart in technical death metal for almost four decades, will grace the stage. Joining them is Sweden's Unleashed, a revered Scandinavian death metal band. The festival will also feature Mawiza, hailing from South America and performing in the endangered Mapuzungun language, along with U.S. death metal powerhouse Sanguisugabogg.

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Among the Finnish representatives, Omnium Gatherum commemorates their 30th anniversary with the release of "May The Bridges Burn Light The Way". Additionally, Kalmah, known for their selective live appearances, will make a special performance. The lineup continues to expand with new additions such as Assemble the Chariots, Cyan Kicks, Tungsten, Sepulchral Curse, Orly, Horizon Ignited, Misþyrming, and VREID, among others.

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Noteworthy acts previously announced for the festival include Black Label Society, Accept, Opeth, Misþyrming & Nergal performing Behemoth’s Sventevith, and Carpenter Brut. The Hellsinki Metal Festival has been enhancing its offerings year by year, with last year's upgraded festival area and this year's focus on expanding the craft brewery selection in response to attendee feedback.

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Toni Törrönen, the festival's promoter, expressed pride in the lineup curation, emphasizing the dedication of the team in delivering a memorable experience for metal enthusiasts. The festival has seen growing attendance, with VIP tickets selling out in advance, reflecting the strong appeal of the event to metal fans worldwide.

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The alphabetical list of artists set to perform at the Hellsinki Metal Festival includes an impressive array of metal acts ranging from Accept and Black Label Society to Carcass, Cryptopsy, Paradise Lost, Unleashed, and many more. Two-day festival tickets are already on sale, and metal enthusiasts can secure their spots via Ticketmaster, Tiketti, and Lippu.fi to ensure they don't miss out on this epic event.

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As the metal scene continues to evolve and diversify, festivals like the Hellsinki Metal Festival provide a platform for both established and emerging artists to showcase their talent and connect with a dedicated audience. With a lineup that spans various subgenres of metal, the festival promises an electrifying experience for attendees seeking a blend of classic and contemporary metal sounds.

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