The Troops of Doom + Support: Gurd & Drain Down

THE TROOPS OF DOOM The band THE TROOPS OF DOOM was formed in 2020, during the pandemic, by the original SEPULTURA guitarist Jairo “Tormentor” Guedz. He recorded the albums “Bestial Devastation” (1985) and “Morbid Visions” (1986). Jairo left the band in 1987, making way for Andreas Kisser, who continues with the band to this day. THE TROOPS OF DOOM’s lineup also includes other significant figures from the Brazilian metal scene, such as guitarist Marcelo Vasco (Patria, Mysteriis), a globally renowned graphic artist known for his work with bands like Slayer, Dee Snider, Kreator, Machine Head, Soulfly, and many others. The vocalist and bassist Alex Kafer, former live guitarist for Matanza, and drummer Alexandre Oliveira, a former member of the band Tianastácia, complete the lineup. GurD is a Swiss thrash metal band formed in 1994 from the ashes of the legendary Swiss power-thrash outfit Poltergeist. From the beginning, the band forged its own path, combining old-school thrash roots with a heavier, groovier and more modern sound. Over the years, GurD built a strong reputation through relentless touring, acclaimed album releases and appearances at major festivals such as Dynamo Open Air, Summer Breeze, Metal Fest and With Full Force. They have shared the stage with renowned acts including Pro-Pain, Testament, Soulfly, Prong and Coroner. Despite several lineup changes throughout their career, GurD have remained a powerful force in the European metal scene, known for their crushing riffs, high-energy performances and unwavering dedication to thrash metal. DRAIN DOWN was founded in January 2018 in Freiburg. The meaning of the name can be traced back to the development of the society, which is clearly evident in the lyrics. The sound and style of DRAIN DOWN is a mix of thrash metal and hardcore with a good punk twist. The 6-track EP "USE YOUR BRAIN" was recorded, mixed and mastered at IGUANA Studios in November 2018.