Loud, angry, dark, humorous, and brutally honest—rap-metal pioneers Clawfinger and their “Before We All Die” tour are everything you forgot you needed and exactly what you’d expect from a band that never cared much about subtlety. October 24, 2026 at Lucerna Music Bar.

Clawfinger is a Swedish-Norwegian band formed in 1989, which became famous for its original combination of rap and metal riffs at a time when this style was just emerging. Their breakthrough came with their debut album Deaf Dumb Blind (1993), which attracted attention not only for its hard sound but also for its bold anti-racist themes. Clawfinger has never been afraid of sharp social commentary, whether it concerns politics, violence, or stereotypes. Their music is based on heavy guitars, an industrial touch, and the distinctive rap vocals of Zak Tell, which give their songs an unmistakable energy.

Over the years, the band has built a reputation as an uncompromising live force and one of the most influential European crossover metal bands. Albums such as Use Your Brain, Clawfinger, and A Whole Lot of Nothing cemented their status as a band that is not afraid to experiment, but at the same time has never lost its signature sound – direct, hard, and emotionally charged. Although their recording activity has slowed down over time, Clawfinger remain a living icon of the genre, and their return to the stage proves that their message and energy are still relevant today.