Volbeat live at Paradiso

Volbeat is a Danish metal band that was founded by Micheal Poulsen in 2001. But they can't just be classed as metal. Rockabilly, rock 'n' roll and even country are some of the styles that can be heard in their unique sound. The Danish group, influenced by legends as Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash, is known as the founder of 'Elvis-Metal'.

In 2003 Volbeat had their first success when releasing their second demo called 'Beat the Meat'. From thereon things only went up for the band. Airplay on European radio, touring with big European and American metal bands, and a contract with the label Rebel Monster followed quickly.

Their debut album 'The Strength / The Sound/The Songs' was released on Rebel Monster in 2005. Numerous awards and chart topping album sales, saw Volbeat exceeded all expectations. In 2006, a year in which the band played almost every major festival in Europe, the success story continued.

In 2007, Volbeat's second album 'Rock the Rebel/ Metal the Devil' went straight in at number 1 in the Danish album charts. That same year the band performed opening shows for Metallica and Megadeth.

Volbeat's third album called 'Guitar Gangsters & Cadillac Blood' was released in 2008. Number 1 position in several albums charts followed once again. 'Maybellene i Hofteholder' was the first single that was featured on the album.