When one talks about traditional heavy metal today, Hammerfall are one of the first bands to be mentioned. For over a decade now, this Swedish group have taken the genre to new heights, influencing and amazing many over the years and finally securing a stranglehold on the North American market due to yearly tours and increasingly strong albums. With traditional/power metal making a comeback in these parts, it is no wonder they have chosen to return for yet another U.S. tour this fall. In a post-Guitar Hero world, the catchy melodies and superb musicianship of Hammerfall are sure to please new and former fans and continue their unrelenting reign of power!