![]() ![]() As far as genres are concerned, classic heavy metal and NWOBHM prevailed, with a good representation of speed/thrash, followed by hard rock and death/black.įor those who are as curious as I am and want to delve deeper, I have researched the running orders from 2011 to 2022 (see below DER DETZE ROCKT BILLINGS: 2011-2019) and the countries of origin of all the bands. In the previous ten editions, on the stage built on the sports field with a view of the highway bridge (it’s kind of strange to see a campsite full of metalheads when arriving from the highway), artists from all over the world, but mostly Europe, performed: 107 different bands for a total of 120 concerts. The next edition, which is scheduled for June 16-17, 2023, is the eleventh, since, like many other events, it was suspended during 2020-2021 due to the pandemic restrictions. Overall, the atmosphere is really relaxing and friendly and it reminds me of one of my favourite old school metal festivals, Headbangers Open Air, though Der Detze Rockt is smaller, with about 1000 visitors.įirst held in August 2011 for a single day, it became a two-day event in its fourth edition, and moved from late August (perhaps too “hot” and crowded time for concerts) to a milder June in 2015. The camping located right next to the infield is free for ticket holders and you can park your car near the tent. On the premises, there are merch stands by Dying Victims Productions and Metaleros, a few food stands, and, what is especially appreciated, you can get beer for a very fair price of 2,50 Euro per 0,4 l glass, while in the nearby sports facility you can also have coffee, tee and sandwiches, as well as take a shower and use regular water toilets (if you prefer to avoid portaloos). The grass-covered ground, as opposed to concrete, asphalt or just soil/dirt like at some other open air events, also helps in case of extreme heat. However, the organizers are thoughtful and pro-active: they offered free potable water from a tap close to the entrance, while on the grounds they put two silos with water providing much needed refreshment in the form of sprinkling, and even added a big inflatable pool which was eagerly used by more adventurous visitors. It’s located on a hill offering nice views all around, though no shelter from the sun as there are no trees at all, which can be tough with brutal, scorching heat like last year, with temperatures reaching over 40☌. However, between very internationally renowned festivals like the underground gem Keep It True and gigantic ones such as the aforementioned Wacken or Summer Breeze with dozens and dozens of bands, stand some not so widely-known events, successful in Germany, but almost undiscovered as far as foreign fans are concerned.ĭer Detze Rockt is a festival held in the state of Rhineland-Palatinate, in the western part of Germany, bordering with France, Luxembourg and Belgium, in the Rengen district of the town of Daun (Sportplatz am Detzenberg, Rengen, 54550 Daun). Obviously, this ranges from one day events with five, more or less, local bands to the bedlam of the infamous Wacken Open Air, but this only adds to the variety and satisfaction for those who have metal in their blood. During the period of good weather from mid-May to mid-September (although it is still continental weather, so always have a raincoat handy), the problem for the German metalheads is that they are spoiled for choice, having to decide which festival to look forward to during each weekend, out of the three to four organized. Your e-mail address is kept private and safe.It is a known fact that no other country can compete with Germany for quantity, and often quality, of metal festivals. INTERPUNK E-MAIL SIGNUP! Sign up for our COUPONS and occasional updates. Super7 and Rancid call the Bay Area home and now we can represent together in the 3.75" ReAction Figures World! Skeletim Rancid comes with guitar accessory more info.Īvailable in sizes Small, Medium, Large, XL, 2XL, 3XL more info. This is 1 of 10 different Limited Edition Misfits figures. On super soft Next Level Brand in sizes Small-2X more info. Printed on Soft and Comfy AMERICAN APPAREL Made in USA! more info. Available in sizes Small, Medium, Large, XL. Wave three of Descendents ReAction figures includes Milo with design based on the “Enjoy!” album cover featuring red pants, red tie, and bathroom tile patterned shirt as well as microphone and pink toilet paper roll accessories. We have bundled Dropkick's new album "Okemah Rising" LP with the Limited 20th Anniversary Edition Red Vinyl LP of "Blackout" to save you money and get 2 great albums! more info. ![]() "BUNDLE PACK: Okemah Rising + Blackout (Limited Red Vinyl)" ![]()
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