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Wacken Metal Battle Egypt Opens Submissions for 2027

Cairo, Egypt — October 2026

Wacken Metal Battle Egypt officially announces that band submissions for the 2027 competition are now open, inviting Egyptian metal bands to apply for the opportunity to represent Egypt on the international metal stage.

Submissions will remain open until October 20, 2026. Interested bands are encouraged to apply through the official application link: https://www.metal-battle.com/egypt/

The initiative is powered by Metal Blast, one of Egypt’s established metal festival platforms, founded in 2011 to support local bands and strengthen the Egyptian metal community.
Through Wacken Metal Battle Egypt, Metal Blast aims to connect Egyptian talent with the global metal scene and create new opportunities for local artists to reach international audiences.

Egyptian metal bands, the battle begins now!

From Nile to Wacken!

Media Contact: Wacken Metal Battle Egypt / Metal Blast