HELLOWEEN

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Latest Activity: Jul 27, 2012

The original line-up featured Kai Hansen (Vocals/Guitars), Michael Weikath (Guitars), Markus Grosskopf (Bass) and Ingo Schwichtenberg (Drums). In 1984 the band had signed a deal with Noise Records (see 1984 in music) and recorded two songs for a Noise compilation record called Death Metal with bands Hellhammer, Running Wild and Dark Avenger. The two tracks were "Oernst Of Life" by Weikath, and Hansen's "Metal Invaders" which later on was featured in a faster version on the band's first full-length album.

1985 came around and Helloween recorded its first record Helloween, a self-titled EP containing 5 tracks. The EP was successful. During that same year the group recorded and released its first full-length album titled Walls of Jericho which was well-received, with its mixture of speed and melodies redefining heavy metal. (In Fact, WWE Wrestler Chris Jericho took his stage name from the album, as well as the name of his signature submission move, Walls Of Jericho). However, during the following tour, it became obvious that Kai had difficulties singing and playing the guitar at the same time. Kai's last recorded performance as the band's lead singer was in 1986 on a single EP titled Judas, which contained the song "Judas" along with some live tracks. After that, Helloween began the search for a new vocalist.

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Comment by Sylvanna Hanris on February 13, 2011 at 1:50pm: Helloween rules!!!!

Comment by Jane rockk on February 13, 2011 at 1:17pm: Helloween is the best speed metal band!

Comment by Sylvanna Hanris on June 30, 2010 at 12:57pm: Nothing else to say but: I LOVE HELLOWEEN ( & Gamma Ray as well)

Comment by Benjamin Breeg on April 3, 2009 at 10:49am: Helloween = One of the greatest all-time bands. Deris is a good singer, so well as Kiske. You don´t believe it? Just watch Live in 3 Continents. Pumpkin Rules!

Comment by Arwen on October 28, 2008 at 1:09pm: really..one of the best bands ever

Comment by george farmakis on October 15, 2008 at 2:46am

Comment by Renata Kyskova on October 12, 2008 at 6:04am: Helloween forever

Comment by Cezz on September 12, 2008 at 4:20pm: the best power metal band ever!!

Comment by joann on September 10, 2008 at 5:08am: Definatly a one of the best in the 80's. Michael Kiske has an amazing voice... Anyone know if they have plans to tour? they just fell off the face of the earth...