Wizard is a synonym for „German Heavy Metal“. In 2009 the band celebrates their 20th anniversary – 20 years of metal, shows and a whole lot
of fun. Band was formed by four friends: Michael Maaß (guitar), Sören Van Heek (drums), V.Leson (bass) and Sven D’Anna (vocals) - this line
up lasts until today! A true ring of musicians and much more important, friends.
In 1991 the legendary „Legion Of Doom“ demo was done, followed by the self financed „Son of Darkness“ (1995) and „Battle Of Metal“
(1997). A big underground buzz was created and band got a lot of reviews, shows and fanmail. The work paid off when B.O. Records signed the
band, and released their first official album „Bound By Metal“. Tracks like „Hammer, Bow, Axe And Sword“ or the title track „Bound By Metal“
lead the band to an impressive start. After having troubles with B.O.Records, Wizard signed with Limb Musc Products and released „Head Of
The Deceiver“ in 2001 - so far the best and most successful album of the band. As for the debut the reviews were truly enthusiastic, and even
in such exotic places like South Africa, band had strong fan base. Tours and shows followed, and Wizard shared the stage with: Paul Di‘Anno,
Edguy, Paragon, Goddess Of Desire, Sacred Steel and Death SS, topped by highly acclaimed shows on the Bang Your Head and Wacken Open
Air festivals.