FEARPARK RELEASE NEW SINGLE “KILLING MATCH” AHEAD OF DEBUT ALBUM THIS IS HOW YOU DIE

German True and Melodic Speed Metal outfit FearPark unleash the first single from their upcoming debut full-length

For Fans Of: Blind Guardian, Helloween, Judas Priest, Defender

Balingen, Germany | October 16, 2026

The wait is over. German True and Melodic Speed Metal outfit FearPark have officially released their new single “Killing Match,” the first track to be unveiled from their upcoming debut album, This Is How You Die, due later this year.

Listen to “Killing Match” now:

https://fearpark.bandcamp.com/album/killing-match

Formed in 2022 in Balingen, Germany, FearPark have built their identity around True Metal, melodic speed metal, and old-school power metal, drawing heavily from the classic sound and spirit of the 1980s while bringing their own youthful energy to the formula. Their sound combines twin-guitar attack, driving riffs, melodic leads, soaring vocals, and classic heavy metal songwriting.

With influences ranging from Helloween, Blind Guardian, and Judas Priest to Iron Maiden and early Metallica, FearPark are firmly rooted in the traditions of European heavy metal while forging their own path forward.

The band wasted little time establishing themselves on the live circuit. Just three shows into their existence, FearPark won a local band contest, earning the opportunity to open the Wolfweez Open Air 2023. The performance generated strong reactions from the crowd and helped establish the young band within the local metal scene.

“Powerful True Metal without unnecessary frills, but with clear influences from Iron Maiden and Blind Guardian, flows from the instruments of the five musicians from Balingen. Highly motivated and with astonishing dexterity, the guys fired up the first nearly 100 guests. Add to that a vocalist who plays to his strengths wonderfully.”

Tribe-Online Magazine

FearPark continued building their live résumé with appearances alongside established acts including Vicious Rumors, Absolva, and Traitor, as well as performances at Metal Night Tübingen and the Balingen Garden Show. In July 2024, the band opened the inaugural RVBang Festival in Balingen, further strengthening their reputation as a promising young force in the German metal underground.

Their first demo was recorded in fall 2023 and released on January 20, 2024, with mixing handled by Luke Appleton, formerly of Iced Earth.

Metal Factory Magazine later praised the band’s combination of True Metal and strong ’80s influences, highlighting their twin-guitar attack, Iron Maiden-inspired riffing, touches of early Metallica, and Power Metal elements.

Since spring 2025, FearPark have focused their efforts on writing and preparing the material that would become their debut full-length album.

Now, the first chapter has arrived.

“Killing Match” serves as the opening statement for This Is How You Die, bringing together the band’s dedication to traditional heavy metal with the speed, melody, and epic songwriting associated with the classic European metal tradition.

Production on This Is How You Die was handled entirely by FearPark alongside Heiko Irmscher of Noplies. Mixing and mastering were completed by a collaborator who has chosen to remain anonymous for the time being, with the band planning to credit him under a yet-to-be-revealed anagram.

FearPark remain an independent and self-managed band, continuing to build their career on their own terms.

The release of “Killing Match” marks the first major step toward This Is How You Die, with a second single, “The Eagles Crest,” planned for release ahead of the full album. The debut album is currently expected in late November or early December 2026.

For fans of classic heavy metal, melodic speed metal, and the golden era of European metal, FearPark are bringing the riffs, the melodies, and the attitude.

FearPark are from Balingen. They play True Metal. And they’re here to rule them all.

FEARPARK – “KILLING MATCH”

Single: Out Now

Release Date: October 16, 2026

Genre: Heavy Metal / Melodic Speed Metal / Old-School Power Metal

Label: Independent

Listen Now:

https://fearpark.bandcamp.com/album/killing-match