German music scene updates: Escalate Festival and metal-heads.de recruitment

Various music-related announcements have been made regarding upcoming events and organizational needs in Germany.

BlattTurbo has announced the Escalate Festival 2026, scheduled for October 17, 2026, in the community hall of the Hoffnungskirche in Euskirchen. The festival features a lineup including headliner Dorfterror, alongside bands such as Leberhard, Drink, Howly Bear, Parliament, and others. The event focuses on punk, rock, metal, and alternative music, emphasizing a DIY underground atmosphere.

Additionally, the metal music platform metal-heads.de is seeking new writers to join its team of approximately 20 people based in the Duisburg area. The organization is looking for individuals capable of writing news, reviews, and concert reports to support the promotion of heavy music through reporting.