Reviews for the Helloween album “Giants & Monsters” are overwhelmingly positive, calling it a triumphant and exciting chapter for the band, filled with big riffs, soaring melodies, and high-energy power metal. The album is seen as a strong follow-up to their 2021 reunion record, showcasing increased band cohesion and confidence, and delivering the classic Helloween sound while experimenting with other styles.
Reviewers praise the immaculate performances, satisfying choruses, and overall fun and exuberant nature of the music, with many calling it a must-have for fans.
Below are some of the widely spread reviews:
“‘Giants & Monsters’ proves that Helloween still have the energy and creativity to innovate within the power metal genre, backed by top-notch production and musicianship.” – BLABBERMOUTH
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“The album shows the band’s ability to blend classic power metal with modern production and songwriting, driven by the dynamic interplay of three vocalists.” – METALHAMMER
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“With dynamic energy and flawless cohesion, Helloween masterfully blend classic power metal with fresh influences. – ROCKHARD
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“Giants & Monsters’ presents a seamless fusion of all three vocalists—Andi Deris, Michael Kiske, and Kai Hansen—creating a unified and cohesive sound.” – THE METAL VOICE
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“Giants & Monsters is everything a Helloween fan could hope for: big riffs, soaring melodies, clever songwriting, and immaculate performances from a band that somehow refuses to slow down even after forty years.” – METAL EXPRESS RADIO
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““Another strong entry from the German pumpkin kings, building on the strengths of their previous record with fewer weaknesses — another glorious Teutonic triumph.” – GET READY TO ROCK
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“Helloween, on their nineteenth album release, absolutely blow any naysayers out of the water to deliver a massive-sounding, triumphant record that will keep you firmly rooted to the band’s signature speed/power metal stance with the greatest ease.” – THE RAZORS EDGE
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“With a total of 10 well-crafted compositions and crystal-clear production, Helloween are here to remind everyone—in case some have forgotten—that they are the undisputed, absolute, and eternal leaders of an entire genre. “Giants & Monsters” will forever be remembered as one of Helloween’s greatest albums.” – ROCK PAGES
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You can pre-order Helloween’s new album, Giants & Monsters, from the official PUMPKIN STORE or from official music retailers like REIGNING PHOENIX MUSIC and Nuclear Blast. The album, which is a pre-order item, is scheduled for release on August 29, 2025, and is available in various formats including CD and vinyl.
Pre-order “Giants & Monsters” in your preferred physical format [earbook (incl. bonus-CD), digipak-CD (incl. bonus track), jewel case-CD, 2LP in gatefold (various colours), picture 2LP (incl. bonus track), digital], pre-save it on your favourite digital service provider ( Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Deezer), or pre-order the album instantly: https://helloween.rpm.link/giantsmonsters