Ep 586 Michael Kiske of Helloween pumpkins reunite for Giants & Monsters

Michael Kiske joins us to discuss Helloween’s powerful new album Giants and Monsters. In this exclusive interview, he breaks down the creative process behind the record, the band’s unique triple-vocal approach, and what fans can expect from the new material.Formed in Hamburg, Germany in the early 1980s, Helloween became one of the pioneering forces in European power metal. Their groundbreaking albums Keeper of the Seven Keys Part I & II set a new standard for the genre with their mix of speed, melody, and epic songwriting. Kiske’s soaring vocals quickly became a signature part of the band’s sound, influencing generations of metal singers.Over the years, Helloween went through numerous lineup changes but continued to push their sound forward. The return of both Michael Kiske and original guitarist Kai Hansen in 2016 reunited key members from the classic era with longtime frontman Andi Deris, creating a unique triple-vocal dynamic that reinvigorated the band.Since reuniting, the band has released a self-titled album (Helloween, 2021) and launched the successful United Forces world tour. Now with Giants and Monsters, Helloween continues to evolve without losing touch with their melodic roots. The new material delivers a blend of powerful riffs, anthemic choruses, and thoughtful lyrics that reflect both the band’s legacy and its forward momentum.This interview offers an honest, focused look at the band’s current creative state, straight from the voice that helped define it.https://www.helloween.org/