Hard rock titans Metal Church have hit the US charts at #57 with their Mike Howe reunion album XI. “I can hardly believe the response to this new album,” exclaims guitarist Kurdt Vanderhoof on their highest chart position ever selling 10,771.

Vocalist Mike Howe has been overwhelmed by the response to his return stating: “It has and continues to be an honor for me to be the singer in Metal Church. The out-pouring of support from the fans has truly been amazing!”

Check out BraveWords glowing review of XI at this location. A BraveWords review and gallery of their recent New York City appearance can be found here.

Metal Church are currently on the road in the United States and Europe in support of their latest Rat Pak Records release XI. The first leg of the United States tour kicked off on March 24th in Portland, ME and runs through April 9th wrapping up in Rochester, NY at the Montage Music Hall. Metal Church will be heading over to Europe in May and then return back to Europe for more dates in July and August. More tour dates to be announced in the near future. For more information on all upcoming tour dates, go to http://metalchurchofficial.com.

“The return of Mike Howe not only brought a level of excitement and anticipation from our fans that I have not seen in my 11 years in the band, but also gave the group a sense of commitment and purpose unlike before.  The response to "XI" has been tremendous and our shows have turned into an emotional experience for all of us... a proud moment for all members of THE Metal Church,” explains drummer Jeff Plate.

For more information on all upcoming tour dates, go to this location.

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