# Blood Battle 2026 is over – Magma Ocean will open the festival on friday 17th of july!

> 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 …

- Date: 2026-01-25
- Category: Blood Battle (blood-battle)
- Type: News (news)
- Author: Jürgen Hamel
- Language: en
- URL: https://www.metal-maniacs.eu/en/news/blood-battle-2026-is-over-magma-ocean-will-open-the-festival-on-friday-17th-of-july
- Band: Magma Ocean, Heavy Rock, CH, Friday 2026-07-17, Baden in Blut 2026

Blood Battle decided – MAGMA OCEAN take the win! 🔥

What a night! 🤘💥

The Blood Battle Band Contest at the sold-out old waterworks in Lörrach delivered pure intensity. In a thrilling showdown, Magma Ocean claimed victory with 736 votes from audience and jury, beating the runner-up with 566 votes.

Victory belongs to Magma Ocean! 🔥🌊

Magma Ocean bring a fresh breeze to the Swiss rock scene. Blending modern heavy rock, groovy riffs and atmospheric elements, they create a sound that is both powerful and richly detailed. Classic rock influences merge with contemporary arrangements and profound lyrics.

Featuring members known from bands like Shakra, Stallion, Maxxwell and Battalion, Magma Ocean deliver a passionate live show with a massive, skin-deep sound. More than just rock, they are a sonic force that deliberately pushes genre boundaries.

And the big news:

Magma Ocean will open Baden in Blut 2026

Friday, July 17, 2026

Get ready for an intense and unforgettable opening show!