HAGGARD
%100 Metal Proudly Presents: Haggard, the world’s most crowded and comprehensive symphonic rock/metal band, live at Zorlu PSM Turkcell Stage in Istanbul on Sunday, October 11, 2026!
One of the most listened-to metal bands in Türkiye, Haggard was founded in Germany in 1989. Their debut album, “And Thou Shalt Trust... The Seer”, released in 1997 with a 16-member lineup, quickly drew attention with its classical and symphonic elements and received outstanding reviews from major music magazines. After a three-year break, the band released their second album, “Awaking the Centuries”, featuring a remarkable 21-member lineup. With this album, Haggard became the first band to fully merge classical music with rock/metal, rather than merely using classical influences in their sound. Through lyrics written in English, German, and Latin, they theatrically narrated stories of Medieval Europe, influential philosophers, and intellectual movements using the language and expressions of the people of that era.
The sold-out concert they performed in Mexico during their highly successful 2001 American tour was later released by their record label as the DVD “Awaking the Gods”, proving the band’s powerful stage performance as well.
After a short break filled with concerts, the long-awaited third studio album arrived in 2004. Titled “Eppur Si Muove” (“And Yet It Moves”), the album was met with critical acclaim in the rock/metal press. Focusing on the struggle between science and faith faced by the famous 16th-century philosopher and mathematician Galileo against the Roman Catholic Church, Haggard once again demonstrated its unique identity not only through its music but also through the literary and historical depth of its lyrics. In August 2008, the band released “Tales of Ithiria”, another album centered around historical characters and stories.
Beloved by fans of classical and rock/metal music alike, as well as admirers of experimental and high-quality genres, fantasy literature, and history enthusiasts, Haggard will hold a special gathering at Zorlu PSM Turkcell Stage on Sunday, October 11, 2026, as part of the %100 Metal Series.
Organization: Vera Müzik, Freebird Agency Media Sponsor: Karnaval
%100 Metal Proudly Presents: Haggard, the world’s most crowded and comprehensive symphonic rock/metal band, live at Zorlu PSM Turkcell Stage in Istanbul on Sunday, October 11, 2026!
One of the most listened-to metal bands in Türkiye, Haggard was founded in Germany in 1989. Their debut album, “And Thou Shalt Trust... The Seer”, released in 1997 with a 16-member lineup, quickly drew attention with its classical and symphonic elements and received outstanding reviews from major music magazines. After a three-year break, the band released their second album, “Awaking the Centuries”, featuring a remarkable 21-member lineup. With this album, Haggard became the first band to fully merge classical music with rock/metal, rather than merely using classical influences in their sound. Through lyrics written in English, German, and Latin, they theatrically narrated stories of Medieval Europe, influential philosophers, and intellectual movements using the language and expressions of the people of that era.
The sold-out concert they performed in Mexico during their highly successful 2001 American tour was later released by their record label as the DVD “Awaking the Gods”, proving the band’s powerful stage performance as well.
After a short break filled with concerts, the long-awaited third studio album arrived in 2004. Titled “Eppur Si Muove” (“And Yet It Moves”), the album was met with critical acclaim in the rock/metal press. Focusing on the struggle between science and faith faced by the famous 16th-century philosopher and mathematician Galileo against the Roman Catholic Church, Haggard once again demonstrated its unique identity not only through its music but also through the literary and historical depth of its lyrics. In August 2008, the band released “Tales of Ithiria”, another album centered around historical characters and stories.
Beloved by fans of classical and rock/metal music alike, as well as admirers of experimental and high-quality genres, fantasy literature, and history enthusiasts, Haggard will hold a special gathering at Zorlu PSM Turkcell Stage on Sunday, October 11, 2026, as part of the %100 Metal Series.
Organization: Vera Müzik, Freebird Agency Media Sponsor: Karnaval
Doors open at 20:00 and the event starts at 21:30.
Doors open at 20:00 and the event starts at 21:30.
The event is suitable for attendees aged 18 and over. Participants under the age of 18 will not be admitted.
As food and beverages are sold within Zorlu PSM venues, bringing outside food and drinks into the event area is prohibited.
Professional cameras and photo cameras are not allowed inside the venue.
Smoking is strictly prohibited in all indoor areas of Zorlu PSM. Anyone violating this rule will be removed from the venue without warning and no ticket refund will be provided.
Everyone entering the event area is required to have a ticket, regardless of age.
Guests are responsible for any belongings not left at the cloakroom.
Suitcases and large backpacks are not permitted inside the event hall.
Zorlu PSM reserves the right to make changes to discounted ticket conditions.
Zorlu PSM reserves the right to change the event venue and schedule.
Student tickets are limited in quantity and are only valid with a student ID. Student IDs must be presented to staff on the day of the event.
Zorlu PSM reserves the right to refuse admission to individuals deemed unsuitable for the event, provided that the ticket fee is refunded.
Due to possible congestion at Zorlu Center before the event, guests arriving with their own vehicles are advised to arrive at least one hour before the event starts in order to avoid delays at the parking and valet areas. Thank you for your understanding.
Please note that lighting effects and visuals used during the event may not be suitable for individuals with epilepsy.
Event wristbands must remain worn on the wrist at all times. Do not remove your wristband under any circumstances during the event. Please do not lose your ticket.
A ticket, together with the wristband attached during ticket validation, grants the holder the right to enter the event area during the hours determined by the organizer. Loss of the ticket and/or wristband, or removal of the wristband from the wrist for any reason, results in the loss of entry rights. Zorlu PSM and the organizer are not responsible for lost tickets and/or wristbands.
During the event, please keep your phones away from show lights and lasers used in the lighting effects.
