Vanden Plas is a German progressive metal band that emerged in the early 1990s, solidifying their presence within the genre with a blend of melodic intricacy and metal ferocity. Hailing from Kaiserslautern, the group consists of Andy Kuntz (vocals), Stephan Lill (guitar), Günter Werno (keyboards), Torsten Reichert (bass), and Andreas Lill (drums). Over the years, they have carved out a niche for themselves with their ambitious concept albums and captivating live performances. Vanden Plas is known for their technical prowess, soul-stirring melodies, and rich, narrative-driven lyricism, which often delve into complex themes and storytelling.

Their body of work includes a series of concept albums, with one of their most recent being "The Ghost Xperiment". The narrative comes in two parts – "Awakening" and "Illumination" – released in 2019 and 2020 respectively. These albums exhibit the band's commitment to thematic depth, framed by their dynamic and symphonic sound. Vanden Plas has also showcased their impressive live capabilities with releases such as "Live & Immortal," capturing the energy and precision of their on-stage performances. With a loyal fanbase and a discography that spans over two decades, memorialized in the box set "The Epic Works 1991 - 2015," Vanden Plas stands as one of the enduring acts in progressive metal, constantly evolving and yet maintaining the distinctive sound that fans have come to love.

Genres

Christian Power Metal

German Metal

Progressive Metal

Latest Release

The Empyrean Equation of The Long Lost Things

Vanden Plas

Ep - 6 Tracks - Released April 19, 2024