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Rain or shine, another year of Wacken begins – photo report of the first day 30.07

Author Dario De Marco - 31.7.2025

It wouln’t be summer without the most fantastic festival in the world, Wacken Open Air. Our lens captured every sword raised, every chant sung, and every moment when the crowd realized they weren’t just watching a concert, but witnessing the resurrection of metal magic. With legendary acts and newcomers, you can relive the moments of the first day right here.

Dogma

Enemy Inside

Lita Ford

Wind Rose

Hanabie.

Tarja

Beyond The Black

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