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Formed in 1985 by Jon Schaffer – a street-tough kid with the drive to create a band to make his heroes Judas Priest, KISS, and Iron Maiden proud – ICED EARTH released its riff-heavy self-titled debut album in 1990 – and never looked back.

Nine studio albums – considered masterpieces of metal – cemented the band’s reputation for crafting exceptionally well-made music, the centerpiece of which being Schaffer’s trademark rhythm guitar style and powerful, in-your-face lyrics that often combine themes of self reliance, a healthy distrust of authority,

history, and science fiction. Over the years, Schaffer has surrounded himself with some of the finest musicians in the world – including famed vocalists Matt Barlow, Tim Owens, and now Stu Block – to help bring his musical visions to life. Dystopia will feature bonus tracks and will be supported by the most extensive and far-reaching world tour in ICED EARTH history.