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Kreator Set First U.S. Tour Since 2024, Featuring Bassist Frédéric Leclercq
Concerts & Tours

Kreator Set First U.S. Tour Since 2024, Featuring Bassist Frédéric Leclercq

German thrash metal legends Kreator return to the U.S. in 2026 with the “Krushers of the USA” tour, supporting their upcoming album "Krushers of the World."

Klash of the Titans Tour Returns to North America for 2024
Concerts & Tours

Klash of the Titans Tour Returns to North America for 2024

If you’re a classic thrash metal fan, get ready to mark your calendar. Testament and Kreator have teamed up for another leg of the Klash of the Titans tour.

Frédéric Leclercq Joins Kreator
News

Frédéric Leclercq Joins Kreator

A month after he announced his departure from DragonForce, Frédéric Leclercq has a new gig. He’s joined the German thrash metal outfit Kreator.

Frédéric Leclercq Leaves DragonForce
News

Frédéric Leclercq Leaves DragonForce

After nearly fourteen years in the band, bassist Frédéric Leclercq has left the ranks of the power metal band DragonForce. The band made an announcement on their Facebook page thanking him for his musical contributions.

ESP LTD Introduces Signature Series Fred Leclercq FL-204 Bass Guitar
Basses

ESP LTD Introduces Signature Series Fred Leclercq FL-204 Bass Guitar

DragonForce’s Fred Leclercq has a new bass from ESP’s LTD Signature Series. As opposed to his previous ESP signature, the ESP LTD Signature Series Fred Leclercq FL-204 features bolt-on construction with a maple neck, rosewood fingerboard, and a mahogany body finished in Snow White Satin with graphics. The bass has a 34″ scale and 24 XJ frets. Its neck has...