Dates
06Mar 2027 Heat · GodsetKolding 12Mar 2027 Heat · StengadeCopenhagen 13Mar 2027 Heat · MusikhusetSlagelse 18Mar 2027 Heat · StudenterhusetAalborg
27Mar 2027 Country finalGimleRoskilde, Denmark Rules
Two sets apply. Read both before you apply.
Denmark rules
Set by the country partner01RULES DANISH METAL BATTLE 2027
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE DANISH METAL BATTLE 2027
- Your band must not have a record deal and must not be in the process of signing with a record label in the near future.
- Your band must be able to perform a 20-minute set consisting entirely of original songs. No covers!
- Your band must not have previously won Wacken Metal Battle Denmark.
- Bands that have participated in previous years but have not won any of the regional heats are welcome to apply again.
You MUST be available to perform at one of the following preliminary rounds:
- 6 MarchKolding / Godset
- 12 MarchCopenhagen / Stengade
- 13 MarchSlagelse / Musikhuset
- 18 MarchAalborg / Studenterhuset
- You must also be available to perform at the Danish final at Gimle on 27 March.
- And if you win, you must also be available to perform at Wacken Open Air 2027.
- This means that all these dates must be clear in your calendar when you submit your application.
- Travel expenses of up to DKK 1500 per participating band will be reimbursed upon presentation of receipts.
Wacken Metal Battle rules
Every country01Country-Specific Applications
- Bands must apply from their respective countries. Applications from outside your country of residence will not be considered.
02Record Label Restrictions
- Your band must not have an existing record deal.
- If your band is in discussions with a label but has not yet signed a contract, you must not sign a deal before or during the competition.
03Performance Requirements
- Your band must be able to perform a 20-minute set consisting entirely of original songs (no covers).
- The use of audio samples during live performances is permitted.
Music must be made by human band members.
All music submitted to and performed at Wacken Metal Battle must be fully composed, written, and performed by human band members. The use of AI in generating compositions, lyrics, vocals, instrumental parts, or recordings is strictly prohibited. Any band found using AI-generated content in any part of their music or performance will be immediately disqualified and may be banned from future participation.
04Eligibility Based on Past Participation
- Bands that have previously won a Metal Battle competition (national or international finals) are not eligible to participate again.
- Bands that participated in past editions but did not win any regional or national heats may reapply.
05Travel & Visa Requirements
- All band members must have a valid passport to travel to Germany.
- The passport must be valid for at least six months before the intended departure date for Germany.
- The German visa must be obtained from the German Consulate in the country where your band is performing.
06Travel Costs
- Bands must cover their own travel expenses for both national Metal Battle heats and international travel to Wacken Open Air. No travel costs will be covered by the event organizers.
07Front of House (FOH) & Lighting Director (LD) Restrictions
- Wacken Open Air provides its own FOH (Front of House) engineer and LD (Lighting Director) for all bands.
- Bringing your own FOH or LD is not allowed.
08Crew & Tour Logistics
- If your band is on tour or has additional shows outside of Metal Battle, you are allowed to bring your own crew.
- All crew details must be provided in advance to the Artist Production team.
- The Artist Production team will coordinate directly with the band to organize travel logistics.
09Guest List Policy
- Bands are allowed to bring guests. For further details, contact your local promoter.
- Each band member and crew member is entitled to bring one guest. For example, a band of 5 members with 4 crew would be eligible for a total of 9 guests.
03 · Country partner
WMB Denmark
Apply for Denmark
One application per band. Fields marked * are required.
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- 27.03.2027 · Gimle, Roskilde
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- 14 days
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