Ape Shifter is a heavy instrumental rock trio hailing from Germany. Since forming in 2015, the band has been making waves with an innovative, genre-defying sound driven by crushing riffs, technical precision, and fearless creativity.
Renowned for their intense live performances and complex arrangements, the trio has built a devoted fan base through years of focused collaboration and musicianship. Their music blends heavy rock with elements of jazz, '70s rock, and experimental influences, pushing well beyond traditional boundaries.
In the studio and on stage, Ape Shifter crafts expansive, cinematic compositions—long, intricate tracks that unfold like musical narratives. While undeniably heavy, their sound carries a sense of playfulness and surprise, keeping audiences locked in with every twist and turn.
With a growing international following, Ape Shifter stands as one of Germany's premier instrumental rock acts—and a force to be reckoned with.
Ape Shifter announces tour dates for their upcoming 'Monkey Business' tour, hitting cities across Europe in the spring. Don't miss out on high-energy performances and killer rock songs from one of Germany's most iconic instrumental rock groups.
APE SHIFTER
New album “Monkey Business” Out NOW!
Monkey Business Tour
presented by Guitar Magazine & Eclipsed Magazine
10.04.2026 DE-Reichenbach/Vogtland, ArtRock Festival
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Bass
Drums
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