Straight, strong and stable: A band's development from insider tip to big player has rarely been so evident as with Berlin based Melodic Death Metal band ORPHAN HATE. They hit the European music scene in 2004 and became best known for their intense live shows. Their debut album "Blinded by Illusions" (2008) was heavily acclaimed by fans and critics.

Countless club concerts and festival appearances (e.g. at the polish Woodstock, Europe's biggest festival with 300.000 visitors) allowed them to...