Twitch’s HandOfBlood launches a metal-focused record label to empower unsigned bands

From streaming to music mogul: HandOfBlood’s latest venture could redefine how underground metal bands break into the scene. A festival is already on the horizon.

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2025 November 29 . 4:02 PM

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Twitch’s HandOfBlood launches a metal-focused record label to empower unsigned bands

Twitch streamer Maximilian Paul Karl-Heinz 'HandOfBlood' Knabe has launched his own music label, Corrupted Blood Records. The new venture aims to support up-and-coming metal bands in reaching wider audiences. Known for his deep connections in the music scene, Knabe has long been involved with artists through appearances and collaborations.

Knabe’s company has grown far beyond its original focus. What began as a streaming career now includes video games, live events, and even a beverage line. His League of Legends team, Eintracht Spandau, recently brought on a football star as an advisor, further expanding his business reach.

The launch of Corrupted Blood Records adds another dimension to Knabe’s expanding business. The label’s focus on unsigned metal bands could provide a new pathway for artists struggling to break into the mainstream. With a festival already in the works, the project is moving quickly from announcement to action.