Skull & Crossbones

Skull & Crossbones is a German heavy metal band formed in 2019, featuring several former members of the legendary band Stormwitch. Known for their powerful and melodic take on heavy and power metal, they combine fat riffs, epic choruses, and emotional storytelling that makes their music both rousing and memorable. Their 2025 album *Time* showcases the band’s maturity and focus, blending classic heavy metal energy with a modern edge, and lyrically exploring themes like the passage of time, human decay, and transcendence. Vocalist Tobias Hübner’s commanding voice and the twin guitar harmonies of Volker Schmietow and Tobias Kipp stand out as signature elements of their sound.

Their songs encourage headbanging and singing along, with dynamic shifts from anthemic power metal to darker, more dramatic moments and even touches of folk-inspired vibes on tracks like “The Ocean’s Call.” With powerful compositions and spirited performances, Skull & Crossbones continues to build on their heritage while carving out their own identity in the metal scene.