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Volbeat is one of the most successful and distinctive rock bands to come out of Denmark, blending hard rock, heavy metal, punk, and rockabilly into a sound entirely their own. The band was formed in Copenhagen in 2001 by vocalist and guitarist Michael Poulsen, who had just disbanded his death metal group Dominus. Wanting to create something with a broader melodic appeal, Poulsen began writing songs that merged classic rock influences like Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash with the ferocity of metal acts such as Metallica and Slayer. He recruited guitarist Franz Gottschalk, bassist Anders Kjølholm, and drummer Jon Larsen, and the chemistry between them quickly took shape. Within a year, Volbeat recorded their first demo, Beat the Meat, which led to growing attention in Denmark’s underground rock scene.
Their debut album, The Strength/The Sound/The Songs, was released in 2005 and introduced the world to Volbeat’s unique sound, defined by Poulsen’s commanding baritone vocals and the fusion of rockabilly rhythm with heavy guitar riffs. The album went platinum in Denmark and won the Danish Metal Musik Award for Best Album, setting the stage for international recognition. Songs such as “Pool of Booze, Booze, Booza” and “Sad Man’s Tongue” captured the band’s early energy and flair for storytelling, themes that would continue to define their work.
In 2007, Volbeat released Rock the Rebel/Metal the Devil, which solidified their growing reputation across Europe. The album debuted at number one on the Danish charts and included the breakout hit “The Garden’s Tale,” featuring Johan Olsen of Magtens Korridorer. This was the record that began to push them beyond the borders of their home country, earning them invitations to major festivals and opening slots for international acts. The band’s growing fanbase connected with their ability to combine heavy riffs with infectious melodies, something few other bands were doing at the time.
Their third studio album, Guitar Gangsters & Cadillac Blood, arrived in 2008 and became a massive success. It reached number one in Denmark, Finland, and Sweden, and went gold in several countries. The album contained some of their most beloved songs, including “Still Counting,” which later became a major hit in the United States. The track’s success helped Volbeat break into the American rock market, where it eventually topped the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart in 2012—years after its initial release. The band’s rise continued with their relentless touring schedule, during which their reputation for high-energy live performances only grew stronger.
In 2010, Volbeat released Beyond Hell/Above Heaven, which marked another turning point in their career. The album featured collaborations with musicians from Napalm Death, Kreator, and Mercyful Fate, highlighting the band’s deep respect for the metal community while continuing to expand their sound. Songs like “Fallen” and “Heaven nor Hell” became global anthems, further cementing their place as one of the most innovative bands of their generation. The record went platinum in multiple countries and was instrumental in earning them a dedicated following in North America.
Their next release, Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies, in 2013, brought Volbeat to even greater heights. Produced by Rob Caggiano, who also joined the band as a guitarist, the album was a mix of Western imagery, historical references, and hard rock swagger. It debuted at number nine on the Billboard 200 in the United States, making Volbeat one of the first Danish bands ever to break into the top ten. The singles “Lola Montez,” “The Nameless One,” and “Cape of Our Hero” became international hits, and the album went multi-platinum in Europe.
Volbeat continued their momentum with Seal the Deal & Let’s Boogie in 2016, which featured the hit single “The Devil’s Bleeding Crown.” The song reached number one on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart, and the album became one of their best-selling releases. The blend of melodic hooks, heavy riffs, and Poulsen’s storytelling style kept fans and critics engaged alike. Their 2019 album, Rewind, Replay, Rebound, featured another wave of successful singles such as “Last Day Under the Sun” and “Leviathan,” showcasing a slightly more polished sound while maintaining their trademark power and personality.
In 2021, Volbeat released Servant of the Mind, an album that marked a return to their heavier roots while preserving the melodic sensibilities that had made them international stars. Tracks like “Shotgun Blues” and “Wait a Minute My Girl” once again topped rock charts worldwide. The record was praised for its balance of aggression and melody, reaffirming Volbeat’s ability to evolve without losing their identity.
Over their career, Volbeat has earned numerous awards, including multiple Danish Music Awards, Echo Awards, and nominations for international rock honors. They have headlined major festivals such as Download, Rock am Ring, and Graspop Metal Meeting, and toured alongside Metallica, Slipknot, and Megadeth. Their music has consistently bridged the gap between classic rock and modern metal, bringing together fans of all generations.
Complete List Of Volbeat Songs From A to Z
- 16 Dollars – Beyond Hell/Above Heaven – 2010
- 7 Shots – Beyond Hell/Above Heaven – 2010
- 7 Shots (Live Wacken 2012) – Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies – 2013
- 7:24 – Rewind, Replay, Rebound – 2019
- A Better Believer – Beyond Hell/Above Heaven – 2010
- A Broken Man and the Dawn – Guitar Gangsters & Cadillac Blood – 2008
- A Moment Forever – Rock the Rebel/Metal the Devil – 2007
- A New Day – Beyond Hell/Above Heaven – 2010
- A Warrior’s Call – Beyond Hell/Above Heaven – 2010
- Acid Rain – God of Angels Trust – 2025
- Alienized – The Strength/The Sound/The Songs – 2005
- Always, Wu – The Strength/The Sound/The Songs – 2005
- Angelfuck – Beyond Hell/Above Heaven – 2010
- Another Day, Another Way – The Strength/The Sound/The Songs – 2005
- At the End of the Sirens – God of Angels Trust – 2025
- The Awakening of Bonnie Parker – Rewind, Replay, Rebound – 2019
- Back to Prom – Guitar Gangsters & Cadillac Blood – 2008
- Battleship Chains – Seal the Deal & Let’s Boogie – 2016
- Becoming – Servant of the Mind – 2021
- Being 1 – Beyond Hell/Above Heaven – 2010
- Better Be Fueled Than Tamed – God of Angels Trust – 2025
- Black Bart – Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies – 2013
- Black Rose – Seal the Deal & Let’s Boogie – 2016
- Black Rose – Seal the Deal & Let’s Boogie (Deluxe Edition) – 2016
- The Bliss – Seal the Deal & Let’s Boogie (North American Version) – 2016
- Boa (JDM) – Rock the Rebel/Metal the Devil – 2007
- By a Monster’s Hand – God of Angels Trust – 2025
- Cape of Our Hero – Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies – 2013
- Caroline #1 – The Strength/The Sound/The Songs – 2005
- Caroline Leaving – The Strength/The Sound/The Songs – 2005
- Cheapside Sloggers – Rewind, Replay, Rebound – 2019
- Cloud 9 – Rewind, Replay, Rebound – 2019
- Dagen Før – Servant of the Mind – 2021
- Dagen Før (Michael Vox version) – Servant of the Mind (Deluxe Edition) – 2021
- Danny & Lucy (11 PM) – The Strength/The Sound/The Songs – 2005
- Dead but Rising – Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies – 2013
- Demonic Depression – God of Angels Trust – 2025
- The Devil Rages On – Servant of the Mind – 2021
- Devil or the Blue Cat’s Song – Rock the Rebel/Metal the Devil – 2007
- The Devil’s Bleeding Crown – Seal the Deal & Let’s Boogie – 2016
- The Devil’s Bleeding Crown (Live at Tusindårsskoven, Odense 2015) – Seal the Deal & Let’s Boogie (Deluxe Edition) – 2016
- Devils Are Awake – God of Angels Trust – 2025
- Die to Live – Rewind, Replay, Rebound – 2019
- Doc Holliday – Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies – 2013
- Domino – Servant of the Mind (Deluxe Edition) – 2021
- Ecotone – Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies – 2013
- Enlighten the Disorder (By a Monster’s Hand Part 2) – God of Angels Trust – 2025
- The Everlasting – Rewind, Replay, Rebound – 2019
- Everything’s Still Fine – The Strength/The Sound/The Songs – 2005
- Evelyn – Beyond Hell/Above Heaven – 2010
- Evelyn (2010 demo) – Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies – 2013
- Evelyn (Live Wacken 2012) – Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies – 2013
- Fallen – Beyond Hell/Above Heaven – 2010
- Find That Soul – Guitar Gangsters & Cadillac Blood – 2008
- Fire Song – The Strength/The Sound/The Songs – 2005
- For Evigt – Seal the Deal & Let’s Boogie – 2016
- For Evigt – Seal the Deal & Let’s Boogie (Deluxe Edition) – 2016
- The Garden’s Tale – Rock the Rebel/Metal the Devil – 2007
- The Gates of Babylon – Seal the Deal & Let’s Boogie – 2016
- Goodbye Forever – Seal the Deal & Let’s Boogie – 2016
- Guitar Gangsters & Cadillac Blood – Guitar Gangsters & Cadillac Blood – 2008
- Hallelujah Goat – Guitar Gangsters & Cadillac Blood – 2008
- The Hangman’s Body Count – Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies – 2013
- Healing Subconsciously – The Strength/The Sound/The Songs – 2005
- Heaven nor Hell – Beyond Hell/Above Heaven – 2010
- Heaven’s Descent – Servant of the Mind – 2021
- The Human Instrument – Rock the Rebel/Metal the Devil – 2007
- I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry – Guitar Gangsters & Cadillac Blood – 2008
- I Only Wanna Be with You – The Strength/The Sound/The Songs – 2005
- I Only Wanna Be With You (Live) – Servant of the Mind (Japanese Deluxe Edition) – 2021
- Immortal but Destructible – Rewind, Replay, Rebound (Deluxe Edition) – 2019
- In the Barn of the Goat Giving Birth to Satan’s Spawn in a Dying World of Doom – God of Angels Trust – 2025
- Intro (End of the Road) – Guitar Gangsters & Cadillac Blood – 2008
- Lasse’s Birgitta – Servant of the Mind – 2021
- Last Day Under the Sun – Rewind, Replay, Rebound – 2019
- Last Day Under the Sun (demo) – Rewind, Replay, Rebound (Deluxe Edition) – 2019
- Let It Burn – Seal the Deal & Let’s Boogie – 2016
- Let’s Shake Some Dust – Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies – 2013
- Leviathan – Rewind, Replay, Rebound – 2019
- Leviathan (demo) – Rewind, Replay, Rebound (Deluxe Edition) – 2019
- Light a Way – Guitar Gangsters & Cadillac Blood – 2008
- The Loa’s Crossroad – Seal the Deal & Let’s Boogie – 2016
- Lola Montez – Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies – 2013
- Lola Montez (Harp version) – Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies – 2013
- Lonely Fields – God of Angels Trust – 2025
- Lonesome Rider – Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies – 2013
- Magic Zone – Beyond Hell/Above Heaven – 2010
- Making Believe – Guitar Gangsters & Cadillac Blood – 2008
- Marie Laveau – Seal the Deal & Let’s Boogie – 2016
- Mary Ann’s Place – Guitar Gangsters & Cadillac Blood – 2008
- Mary Jane Kelly – Seal the Deal & Let’s Boogie – 2016
- Maybe I Believe – Rewind, Replay, Rebound – 2019
- Maybe I Believe (demo) – Rewind, Replay, Rebound (Deluxe Edition) – 2019
- Maybellene i Hofteholder – Guitar Gangsters & Cadillac Blood – 2008
- Mindlock – Servant of the Mind – 2021
- The Mirror and the Ripper – Beyond Hell/Above Heaven – 2010
- Mr. & Mrs. Ness – Rock the Rebel/Metal the Devil – 2007
- My Body – Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies – 2013
- The Nameless One – Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies – 2013
- Our Loved Ones – Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies – 2013
- Parasite – Rewind, Replay, Rebound – 2019
- The Passenger – Servant of the Mind – 2021
- Pearl Hart – Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies – 2013
- Pelvis on Fire – Rewind, Replay, Rebound – 2019
- Pool of Booze, Booze, Booza – The Strength/The Sound/The Songs – 2005
- Radio Girl – Rock the Rebel/Metal the Devil – 2007
- Rebound – Seal the Deal & Let’s Boogie – 2016
- Rebel Monster – The Strength/The Sound/The Songs – 2005
- Rebel Monster (Live) – Guitar Gangsters & Cadillac Blood – 2008
- Return to None – Servant of the Mind (Deluxe Edition) – 2021
- Rewind the Exit – Rewind, Replay, Rebound – 2019
- Rewind the Exit (demo) – Rewind, Replay, Rebound (Deluxe Edition) – 2019
- River Queen – Rock the Rebel/Metal the Devil – 2007
- Room 24 – Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies – 2013
- The Sacred Stones – Servant of the Mind – 2021
- Sad Man’s Tongue – Rock the Rebel/Metal the Devil – 2007
- Say No More – Servant of the Mind – 2021
- Say Your Number – The Strength/The Sound/The Songs – 2005
- Seal the Deal – Seal the Deal & Let’s Boogie – 2016
- Shotgun Blues – Servant of the Mind – 2021
- Shotgun Blues (featuring Dave Matrise) – Servant of the Mind (Deluxe Edition) – 2021
- The Sinner Is You – Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies – 2013
- Slaytan – Seal the Deal & Let’s Boogie (Deluxe Edition) – 2016
- Something Else or… – The Strength/The Sound/The Songs – 2005
- Sorry Sack of Bones – Rewind, Replay, Rebound – 2019
- Soulweeper – The Strength/The Sound/The Songs – 2005
- Soulweeper #2 – Rock the Rebel/Metal the Devil – 2007
- Soulweeper#2 (Live) – Guitar Gangsters & Cadillac Blood – 2008
- Step Into Light – Servant of the Mind – 2021
- Still Counting – Guitar Gangsters & Cadillac Blood – 2008
- Still Counting – Beyond Hell/Above Heaven – 2010
- Temple of Ekur – Servant of the Mind – 2021
- Thanks – Beyond Hell/Above Heaven – 2010
- Time Will Heal – God of Angels Trust – 2025
- Under the Influence – Rewind, Replay, Rebound (Deluxe Edition) – 2019
- Under the Influence (Demo) – Rewind, Replay, Rebound (Japanese Edition) – 2019
- Wait a Minute My Girl – Servant of the Mind – 2021
- We – Guitar Gangsters & Cadillac Blood – 2008
- When We Were Kids – Rewind, Replay, Rebound – 2019
- When We Were Kids (demo) – Rewind, Replay, Rebound (Deluxe Edition) – 2019
- Who They Are – Beyond Hell/Above Heaven – 2010
- Wild Rover of Hell – Guitar Gangsters & Cadillac Blood – 2008
- You Will Know – Seal the Deal & Let’s Boogie – 2016
- You or Them – Rock the Rebel/Metal the Devil – 2007
Albums
The Strength/The Sound/The Songs (2005): 15 songs
Rock the Rebel/Metal the Devil (2007): 11 songs
Guitar Gangsters & Cadillac Blood (2008): 16 songs
Beyond Hell/Above Heaven (2010): 15 songs
Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies (2013): 19 songs
Seal the Deal & Let’s Boogie (2016): 18 songs
Rewind, Replay, Rebound (2019): 22 songs
Servant of the Mind (2021): 18 songs
God of Angels Trust (2025): 10 songs
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