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Today, German power metal force BRAINSTORM are kicking off their upcoming tour run and celebrate the moment with a special release: their cover version of “Celebrate Youth” is now available digitally for the very first time! The track was previously only available as an exclusive CD bonus track on their latest studio album Plague Of Rats, released via RPM in 2025.
“With ‘Celebrate Youth,’ we chose a song that meant a lot to me personally in my early Youth,” Andy B. Franck reveals. “Yes, not a metal song—but a song that perfectly reflected that era and my feeling as a young person of wanting to achieve a lot. Listening to the younger generation, giving them a voice… I don’t think I’ve ever really matured that much deep down, I’ve retained that feeling and still think and feel like a young guy. This thing rocks, and we had a lot of fun recording it. The Youth, then and now, needs to be heard and understood. This song is the perfect statement about that topic.”
Stream the single here: https://brainstorm.rpm.link/youthPR
The digital release follows the overwhelming response to the band’s cover of Don Henley’s classic “Boys Of Summer”, which was released in August last year and quickly gained strong traction across streaming platforms.
Released in early 2025 via Reigning Phoenix Music, Plague Of Rats marks another milestone in BRAINSTORM’s long career. The album combines the band’s trademark sound – powerful riffs, soaring melodies and gripping choruses – with a renewed intensity and modern production. With over nearly three decades of history, worldwide touring and numerous chart placements, BRAINSTORM remain one of the most consistent and respected acts in German metal. Order Plague Of Rats here: https://brainstorm.rpm.link/plagueofratsPR
BRAINSTORM Tour Dates
supporting ANGUS McSIX – Album Release Tour w/ Bloodbound
12.03.2026 (DE) Hamburg, Kent Club
13.03.2026 (DE) Leipzig, Hellraiser
14.03.2026 (DE) Regensburg, Eventhall Airport
15.03.2026 (DE) München, Backstage
16.03.2026 (DE) Nürnberg, Hirsch
17.03.2026 (DE) Berlin, Lido
18.03.2026 (DE) Saarbrücken, Garage
19.03.2026 (DE) Heidelberg, Halle 02
20.03.2026 (DE) Oberhausen, Kulttempel
21.03.2026 (DE) Andernach, Live Club
22.03.2026 (NL) Eindhoven, Effenaar
About BRAINSTORM
When it comes to metal “Made in Germany”, there is no way around BRAINSTORM. Since their debut album Hungry (1997), the band has continuously evolved while maintaining their unmistakable sound built on powerful riffs, driving rhythms and memorable choruses. Albums such as Metus Mortis, Soul Temptation and Liquid Monster helped establish the band internationally, followed by acclaimed releases like Midnight Ghost and Wall Of Skulls.
With their latest album Plague Of Rats, BRAINSTORM once again demonstrated their ability to combine classic power metal energy with fresh influences. Produced by Seeb Levermann, the record captures the raw intensity of their live performances and continues the band’s tradition of delivering uncompromising metal. After decades on the road and countless shows worldwide, BRAINSTORM remain a defining force in the international metal scene; and the best is yet to come!
BRAINSTORM is:
Andy B. Franck (Vocals)
Torsten Ihlenfeld (Guitars)
Milan Loncaric (Guitars)
Danij Perl (Bass)
Kevin Lütolf (Drums)
More on BRAINSTORM:
Website | https://www.brainstorm-web.net
Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/officialbrainstorm
Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/official.brainstorm/
X | https://www.twitter.com/Brainstorm_band
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About Reigning Phoenix Music
Founded in 2023, Reigning Phoenix Music is truly the 100% independently owned vision of music industry professional Gerardo Martinez and avionics and tech entrepreneur, Sven Bogner. The blueprint is to continue to help heavy metal, extreme and hard music thrive by partnering with an array of well-established acts, new talent, and iconic artists by offering best services and practices in the industry. RPM’s paramount goal is to help the artists amplify their music and talent to a winning formula for success.
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