Wacken Metal Battle Africa - JHB - Rumours Heat

The Wacken Metal Battle Africa returns to Rumours in 2026!

Join us in selecting the finalists that will represent your city at the Wacken Metal Battle Rumours heat at Rumours Rock Lounge on the 3rd of April.

Competing bands:

Deadly Since

Diverted Disorder

Surdus

Sons of Solomon

Guest band: 2025 WMBRumours finalists HIREATH!!

Support the journey of bands across the African continent as they embark on a journey to send one of our own to the home of heavy metal - Wacken Open Air 2026!

Tickets

R150

Follow @wmbafrica.official to keep up-to date with news on registrations, heats and finalists.

See you there,

Rain or Shine!