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Amplified Alpine, the latest venture from Evan Hagen—founder and talent curator of Psycho Las Vegas and Psycho California—is proud to announce the Emperor USA 2025 tour. Launching in May 2025, the tour will feature Emperor performing their iconic album In the Nightside Eclipse, with rotating support from Wolves In The Throne Room, Agalloch, and Wayfarer.

“This tour is about celebrating black metal’s legacy and future,” says Hagen. “I'm excited to bring Emperor back to the U.S. with a lineup that deeply resonates with the fans.”

Highlights 

- Emperor performing In the Nightside Eclipse, celebrating over three decades of influence.

- Agalloch playing Ashes Against The Grain in full for the first time ever.

- Exclusive, limited-edition merch collaborations curated by Hagen, including a special tour-only 7 inch of Emperor rarities from the early 90's. 

Emperor, the legendary pioneers of Norwegian black metal, have shaped the genre with their groundbreaking albums In the Nightside Eclipse and Anthems to the Welkin at Dusk. Renowned for their masterful fusion of raw aggression with atmospheric and symphonic elements, their influence has cemented them as one of the most iconic and innovative acts in extreme metal history. Following their triumphant stateside return at Psycho Las Vegas in 2022, Emperor are once again bringing their unparalleled live performances back to the U.S., delivering a rare opportunity for fans to witness the unmatched energy and artistry that have defined their legacy.

Dates

May 9, 2025 - Worcester, MA - The Palladium
May 10, 2025 - Brooklyn, NY - Kings Theatre
May 11, 2025 - Silver Spring, MD - The Fillmore
May 13, 2025 - Denver, CO - Mission Ballroom
May 16, 2025 - Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood Palladium
May 17, 2025, San Francisco, CA - The Warfield
May 18,2025 - Anaheim, CA - House of Blues

The Emperor USA 2025 tour marks a fresh start for Hagen’s Amplified Alpine, focusing on immersive live music experiences beyond the lights of Vegas. Amplified Alpine is more than an event platform; it’s a movement. Free from the traditional confines of annual festivals and agency politics, this team of visionaries is about crafting unique, genre-defining experiences on our own terms. It’s about growth, innovation, and staying authentic to the spirit of creation.