Metal Blade Records is proud to announce the signing of Japanese metal sensation Broken by the Scream. Known for their explosive fusion of crushing metal riffs, modern extreme metal heaviness, deep growls, harsh screams and contrasting melodic vocals, the band has been steadily carving out a unique space in the global heavy music scene — and this marks a powerful new chapter in their career.
Broken by the Scream will make their Summer Breeze Open Air debut this year, bringing their uncompromising live show to one of Europe‘s premier metal festivals. The band will also play Wacken Open Air and Reload Festival, further cementing their presence on the European festival circuit. More summer dates in Europe will be announced soon!
Live Dates:
February 7 – JP – Kichijoji Shuffle, Tokyo
February 22 – JP – Kichijoji SEATA, Tokyo
March 4 – JP – Aoyama RizM, Tokyo
March 30 – JP – Shinjuku Antiknock, Tokyo
May 2 – JP – Shibuya Metal-Kai, Tokyo
May 24 – JP – Nishikawaguchi Hearts, Saitama
May 29 – JP – Tokyo Kinema Club, Tokyo (headline show)
July 29 – DE – Wacken Open Air, Wacken
August 13 – DE – Summer Breeze Open Air, Dinkelsbühl
August 14 – DE – Reload Festival, Sulingen
Their distinctive style has continued to shock and captivate heavy music audiences both in Japan and worldwide. In 2025, BBTS performed on the main stage at Resurrection Fest in Spain and at Japan Expo in France as part of their 9-date European tour across 7 countries.
Beyond the stage, Broken by the Scream are already hard at work on new material, with fresh music currently in development. While details remain under wraps, fans can expect new songs that continue to push the band‘s aggressive, genre-defying sound even further.
More news on live dates and upcoming releases will be revealed in the coming months.
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