In a decisive victory reflecting their meteoric rise, Beast In Black has claimed the New Generation Metal Band of 2024 "Metal Award," securing an impressive 34.52% of votes while celebrating a year of remarkable achievements and sold-out tours.
The Finnish powerhouse outpaced strong competitors including Jinjer and Gothminister, who secured second and third places respectively in this year’s poll of nearly 14,000 participants.
2024: A Year of Triumphs
Beast In Black’s victory comes during a breakthrough year marked by several milestone achievements:
- The successful "Glory and the Beast" European tour featuring 21 dates across 14 countries
- Twelve sold-out shows with average attendance of 2,500 fans
- Main stage appearances at major festivals including Wacken Open Air, Alcatraz, and Bloodstock Open Air
- Release of the new standalone single "Power of the Beast" in June 2024, dubbed the first "Super Eurobeast" song
- Announcement of special guest slot for Helloween’s 40th anniversary tour in 2025
Top Five Rankings
- Beast In Black – 34.52%
- Jinjer – 28.71%
- Gothminister – 9.18%
- Beyond the Black – 9.03%
- Ad Infinitum – 4.43%
Innovation and Growth
The band’s triumph in the poll coincides with their evolution from rising stars to established festival headliners. Their distinctive blend of power metal and modern elements, showcased in their latest single "Power of the Beast," continues to resonate with a growing global audience.
Complete Final Results (13,876 Total Votes)
- Beast In Black – 34.52%
- Jinjer – 28.71%
- Gothminister – 9.18%
- Beyond the Black – 9.03%
- Ad Infinitum – 4.43%
- Alterium – 3.18%
- Alien Weaponry – 3.04%
- Eleine – 2.22%
- Elysion – 1.33%
- Temperance – 1.13%
- Edge of Paradise – 0.86%
- Wheel – 0.77%
- Dark Oath – 0.61%
- Shattered Vessels – 0.49%
- Serpentyne – 0.49%
