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By BRIAN GIFFIN

THE original heavy metal cruise, 70000 Tons of Metal, returns in 2025 and the first list of bands appearing has been released. Departing Miami, Florida on January 30 for a round trip to Ocho Rios, Jamaica, more than 60 bands will play two sets each, along with plenty of onshore activities to persue.

Thirteen bands have signed on to next year’s cruise so far, with several dozen more to follow: Emperor, Candlemass, Stratovarius, Tankard, Kalmah, The Kovenant, Septicflesh, Flotsam & Jetsam, In Extremo, Samael, Majestic, Benighted and Delain. More information on 70000 Tons is available from their website.

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Brian Giffin

Author Brian Giffin

Brian Giffin is a metalhead, author, writer and broadcaster from the Blue Mountains in Australia. His life was changed forever after seeing a TV ad for 'The Number of the Beast' in 1982. During the 90s he wrote columns and reviews for Sydney publications On the Street, Rebel Razor, Loudmouth and Utopia Records' magazine. He was the creator and editor of the zine LOUD! which ran from 1996 until 2008, and of Loud Online that lasted from 2010 until 2023 when it unexpectedly spontaneously combusted into virtual ashes. His weekly community radio show The Annex has been going since 2003 on rbm.org.au. He enjoys heavy rock and most kinds of metal (except maybe symphonic power metal), whisk(e)y and beer.

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