Axel Rudi Pell (born 27 June 1960 in Bochum) is a German hard rock guitarist who first came to prominence with the speed metal band Steeler in the 1980s. Since 1989 he has recorded under his own name, releasing 23 studio albums of melodic heavy metal with a consistency that sets him apart in the genre. His long-running band features vocalist Johnny Gioeli, drummer Bobby Rondinelli and keyboardist Ferdy Doernberg, giving the project its signature epic sound.
The 23rd studio album 'Ghost Town' was released on March 20, 2026 via Steamhammer/SPV, with a special feature being a duet between Johnny Gioeli and Udo Dirkschneider on the track 'Breaking Seals'.
The Ghost Town Tour 2026 started in March and takes the band through Germany and surrounding countries in spring and autumn, including two shows in the Netherlands in Heerlen and Zoetermeer.
The single 'Sanity' was released as a preview of 'Ghost Town', accompanied by a lyric video.
Pell extended his contract with Steamhammer/SPV and announced two new studio albums with the Hanover-based label, continuing the collaboration of almost 40 years.
The 22nd studio album 'Risen Symbol' was released in June 2024 via Steamhammer/SPV.
😴 Nothing scheduled with this artist in the near future.
100concertThu 10.12.Nile
97concertFri 5.3.Theocracy + Sunburst + Signum Regis
91concertThu 12.11.Turpentine Valley + Ka'Una
85concertSat 12.12.State Power
85concertFri 22.1.Fight From Within + Nicolas Cage Fighter
80concertFri 12.3.Bombus
74concertThu 18.2.The Tool Experience
100concertSun 29.11.Sevendust
100concertThu 19.11.Hatebreed + Life of Agony
96concertSun 8.11.KoRn
96concertSat 6.3.Kamelot: Dark Asylum World Tour - Europe Part II
94concertWed 4.11.Shinedown: Dance Kid Dance Act IIGerman guitarist Axel Rudi Pell performs at Poppodium Boerderij with a support act.
German hard rock legend Axel Rudi Pell performs in Heerlen with his regular band, featuring vocalist Johnny Gioeli and former Rainbow drummer Bobby Rondinelli. Support from Night Laser.
