Bandcontest · SAK Wasserwerk Lörrach
Your vote decides who opens the festival
5 Bands
Thola unite epic power metal with modern influences, creating a world full of melody, dynamics and atmosphere. Carried by the powerful vocals of exceptional singer Thomi, anthemic choruses and virtuoso guitar parts, their songs tell of inner strength, imagination and emotional journeys.
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Since their formation, Irony of Fate have combined melodic metal with powerful modern influences, creating a distinctive sound between heaviness and catchiness. Driving guitars, dynamic arrangements and striking vocals shape a style aimed at classic and contemporary metal fans alike. Thematically, the band moves between inner conflict, hope and self-determination.
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Fainthearted is an ambient metalcore band from Freiburg, formed in 2022. They have set out to leave a lasting impression on the modern metalcore scene. Their trademark is an authentic mix of emotional choruses, technical riffs and brutal breakdowns.
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Silius stand for uncompromising thrash metal that combines the raw energy of the 80s with modern sounds. The band was formed in Austria in 2013 and has released three albums so far: "Hell Awakening" (2017), "Worship to Extinction" (2019) and "Beneath the Flesh" (2025).
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Since 2016, Warkunt have stood for old-school brutality with modern intensity. Their aggressive, dynamic compositions are inspired by both classic and contemporary death metal.
Band page →Come to the old waterworks in Lörrach and vote for the best local act. You help decide who opens Baden in Blut, and with a bit of luck you win two festival tickets.
Every visitor has 3 votes, weighted 3, 2 and 1 point per band. The more points a band gets, the better.
The running order is drawn by lot on the night itself. Come early so you don’t miss a band.
The jury has 5 members with deep roots in the metal scene. They award up to 10 points in each of 7 categories, including creativity, songwriting and playing together. The jury is announced about two weeks before the night.
The Blood Battle band contest at the sold-out old waterworks in Lörrach had it all: tension, energy and a crowd that celebrated every single note. In a gripping final, Magma Ocean won with 736 …
Wow, was für ein unglaublicher Abend gestern – Spannung pur bis zum letzten Moment!
Voller Abwechslung und Energie - jede Band ein eigener Stil - alle auf hohem Niveau!
Wir wurden gestern förmlich überrannt - wir hätten niemals damit gerechnet, dass wir um 20 Uhr bereits das Ausverkauft-Schild aufhängen mussten.
