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The Troops Of Doom reveal lineup change for their upcoming tour
The Brazilian death/thrash metal group The Troops Of Doom, which includes former Sepultura guitarist Jairo “Tormentor” Guedz, has revealed a significant lineup change for their next European tour in 2026, as per Blabbermouth. The decision to remove guitarist Marcelo Vasco from The Troops Of Doom was reached in an environment of respect and affection.
Brazilian death/thrash metal band The Troops of Doom officially announces an important change in its lineup for the upcoming 2026 European tour.
Guitarist Marcelo Vasco is no longer part of the group. The decision was made by mutual agreement, in an atmosphere of mutual respect and admiration. Marcelo is an excellent professional, a great human being and friend, and will always be remembered and respected as the guitarist who helped pave the first five years of The Troops of Doom’s history, alongside his bandmates Jairo Guedz, Alex Kafer, and Alexandre Oliveira. His contribution was fundamental in consolidating the band’s musical identity and building its international career.
To take over the guitars on the upcoming tour, the band welcomes renowned German musician Frank “Blackfire” Gosdzik, known worldwide for his work with Sodom 86′-89′ / Kreator 89′-96′ / Sodom 2018′-2026′. Blackfire’s arrival marks a new chapter in the history of The Troops of Doom, further strengthening their connection with the European scene and bringing to the group the experience and aggressiveness of one of the most respected names in thrash metal worldwide.
In 2026, The Troops of Doom will embark on an extensive tour of Europe, including appearances at traditional summer festivals and several side shows across the continent. At the same time, the band will begin the process of composing their next studio album, scheduled for release in 2027. Throughout the year.
The band will also perform two shows in Brazil before embarking on their next European tour, which includes appearances at some of the most iconic metal festivals in the world, such as Wacken Open Air and Headbangers Open Air in Germany, Alcatraz in Belgium, and Vagos Metal Fest in Portugal, among others.
Before crossing the Atlantic, the band will perform in April at the Wacken Warm Up Party in São Paulo, with the participation of Guilherme Costa (@guilhermecostagt), guitarist from Belo Horizonte, alongside Korzus, The Mist, and Krisiun. In May, they will take the stage at CDM Fest in Campo do Meio/MG, the last show with our friend and companion Marcelo Vasco.
Upcoming shows:
- 12/07 São Paulo (BR) @ Sesc Belenzinho
- 18/10 Glasgow (UK) @ Slay
- 19/10 Edinburgh (UK) @ TBC
- 20/10 Bristol (UK) @ Exchange
- 21/10 Manchester (UK) @ Rebellion
- 22/10 Derby (UK) @ Hairy Dogs
- 23/10 Chester (UK) @ TBC
- 24/10 Preston (UK) @ The Ferret
- 25/10 Bridgwater (UK) @ The Cobblestone
- 26/10 Southampton (UK) @ Suburbia
- 28/10 Birmingham (UK) @ Hares and Hounds
- 29/10 London (UK) @ New Cross Inn
- 31/10 Berlin (D) @ Orwohaus
- 01/11 Bitterfeld (D) @ Festung
- 02/11 Oberhausen (D) @ Kulttempel
- 04/11 Hamburg (D) @ Hafenklag
- 05/11 Krefeld (D) @ Kulturfabrik
- 06/11 Aarburg (CH) @ Musigburg
- 08/11 Umea (S) @ House of Metal
- 09/11 Bielefeld (D) @ Drum Hard
- 10/11 Deinze (B) @ Elpee
- 11/11 Luxembourg (LU) @ MK Bar
- 12/11 Praga (CZ) @ Modra Vopice
- 13/11 Litomysl (CZ) @ Kotelna
- 14/11 Jablunkov (CZ) @ Rokac
- 15/11 Brno (CZ) @ Sibir
- 16/11 Poprad (SK) @ Rock Fabric
- 17/11 Bratislava (SK) @ Randal
- 21/11 Saverdun (F) @ Metal Fest
- 25/11 Portugalete (E) @ Groove Club
- 26/11 Zaragoza (E) @ Utopia Club
- 27/11 Madrid (E) @ Revi Live
- 28/11 Sevilla (E) @ Club 2
- 29/11 Lisboa (PT) @ RCA Club
- 30/11 Porto (PT) @ Woodstock 69
Tickets can be found here.