Published: February 19, 2025
Samurai Pizza Cats is a German metalcore band formed in 2021 in Castrop-Rauxel.
The cat is out of the bag: Century Media Records is excited to announce the signing of the German metalcore band Samurai Pizza Cats. This signing kicks off the year strongly, with the band bringing a unique mixture of metal-, death-, and trancecore to the label. Formed in 2021, Samurai Pizza Cats released their debut album, "You’re Hellcome," in 2023. The record was praised for its innovative blend of dance and metal elements, energetic performances, and the groove that permeates every track.
The band shares about the signing:
"We are incredibly excited to be part of the Century Media family now! This signing marks a new, thrilling chapter for us, and we can't wait to share everything that's coming with you all. Great things are ahead – stay tuned!"
Their latest release, "Super Zero," explores themes of heroism and self-acceptance, featuring a dynamic blend of metalcore and electronic elements, with a cinematic music video that has already reached over 300k views on YouTube. The band’s next single is expected to be released next month, on March 20th.
Samurai Pizza Cats is a German metalcore band formed in 2021 in Castrop-Rauxel. The band consists of vocalist Sebastian Fischer, guitarist Daniel Haniß, bassist Stefan Reufer, and drummer Stefan Buchwald. Their name is a nod to the 1990s anime series of the same name. The band quickly gained a loyal fan base thanks to their energetic live performances and unique sound that blends metalcore, deathcore, and trancecore elements. Samurai Pizza Cats released their debut album, "You're Hellcome," in September 2023, and established themselves in the German metalcore scene.
Samurai Pizza Cats Live
SUPER ZERO TOUR 25
Samurai Pizza Cats will be hitting the live stages in Germany during May with four exclusive headliner shows with a very special twist for Hamburg and Cologne: Both shows are the official “Super Zero” themed parties, where guests with a superhero costume will receive a special goodie. Fans can look forward to an unforgettable, fun, and heavy night.
01.05.25 Germany Cologne (Köln) – Club Volta
02.05.25 Germany Hamburg – Knust
30.05.25 Germany Berlin – Lido
31.05.25. Germany Stuttgart – Im Wizemann
Additionally, Samurai Pizza Cats will be bringing their high energy live stages to various festivals in Germany this year.
05.04.25 Germany Lingen - Metal Blast Vol. 3
06.06.25 Germany Eichstätt - Open Air am Berg
07.06.25 Germany Oettingen - Camping Battleground Open Air
13.07.25 Germany Schkeuditz - Nexus Festival
29.08.25 Germany Wörrstadt - Neuborn Open Air
25.10.25 Germany Essen - Rocken Hilft
Samurai Pizza Cats are
Sebastian Fischer – Vocals
Daniel Haniß – Guitar
Stefan Reufer – Bass
Stefan Buchwald – Drums
