Metal Hammer #413 - June 2026 - Ville Valo HIM

Metal Hammer #413 Ville Valo HIM

Metal Hammer Issue 413 celebrates 30 years of HIM with a powerful cover feature that dives into the legacy of one of gothic metal’s most influential bands. This issue explores the band’s impact, their devoted fanbase, and the music that defined an era, with reflections on how HIM continues to resonate today.

Inside, there’s even more for metal fans, including features on Babymetal’s global rise, At The Gates as they look back on a defining chapter, and Tailgunner bringing classic energy into the modern scene. The issue also highlights Black Veil Brides and includes a special feature ranking the 25 greatest goth metal albums, with insight into genre icons like Type O Negative.