IMPERIAL AGE – Demons Are a Girl’s Best Friend (OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO)

A Symphonic Metal Spin on a Modern Anthem

Imperial Age take on Powerwolf’s widely loved “Demons Are a Girl’s Best Friend” and reframe it within their own symphonic vocabulary. The result is a cover that respects the swagger and earworm punch of the original while leaning harder into choral heft, cinematic scope and the band’s trademark blend of metal riffs with orchestral textures. It is a smart matchup: a song built on gothic seduction and big, chantable melodies meets a group fluent in operatic dynamics and grand, arena-facing arrangements.

Arrangement, Vocals and Orchestral Power

Where the Powerwolf version thrives on punchy hooks, church-organ color and galloping power metal momentum, Imperial Age expand the harmonic canvas. Mixed-voice harmonies and layered choirs push the chorus toward full symphonic drama, while the rhythm section locks into a steady, hard-driving pulse. Guitars sit sharp and concise, carving out the riff architecture without crowding the orchestral elements. Keys and symphonic patches carry much of the atmosphere, from darkly gleaming string lines to brassy stabs that mirror the vocal cadence.

The vocal approach embraces contrast: commanding lead lines are answered by stacked backing parts, turning the hook into a call-and-response that feels both theatrical and immediate. Rather than chasing extremes of speed or aggression, the band privileges clarity, articulation and dynamic lift, letting each pre-chorus swell pay off with a bigger, brighter refrain. It is an arrangement choice that highlights the song’s sly, devil-may-care theme while giving fans of symphonic metal plenty to savor.

Dark Charm, Wry Temptation

“Demons Are a Girl’s Best Friend” lives on the tension between danger and delight. Imperial Age underline that duality with contrasts in tone and texture. The verses are tight and coiled, guided by crisp drumming and a focused low-end thrum, while the choruses open into widescreen harmonies that invite communal sing-alongs. The mood skews playful rather than menacing, matching the track’s tongue-in-cheek flirtation with the occult. It is less about fear and more about the irresistibility of the forbidden, carried by a melody that begs to be shouted back from a crowd.

Production Touches That Carry Weight

The mix favors separation and depth. Guitars are weighty but not over-compressed, leaving room for choirs, strings and synths to breathe. Double-kick patterns add urgency without overwhelming the midrange, and transitions between sections are marked by tasteful drops in instrumentation, quick percussive builds and well-placed choral entrances. The production feels deliberate, engineered to translate on both headphones and loud PAs, which suits a track designed for live catharsis.

The Official Video

The official music video presents the cover with a cinematic metal aesthetic aligned with Imperial Age’s symphonic image. Performance intensity, costuming and lighting are balanced to emphasize the song’s grand chorus and playful, gothic mood. It complements the recording by focusing on precision, interplay and the chorus-driven payoff that has made the song a modern staple in heavy music circles.

Return of the Atlanteans Tour 2025

Imperial Age take this energy to the stage in spring 2025, bringing the Return of the Atlanteans Tour across clubs and theaters in Europe and the UK. Dates are as follows:

Apr 25 – Zoetermeer, NL – Boerderij
Apr 26 – Osnabruck, DE – Bastard Club
Apr 27 – Kortrijk, BE – DVG
Apr 29 – Norwich, UK – The Waterfront
Apr 30 – Manchester, UK – Rebellion
May 1 – Glasgow, UK – Ivory blacks
May 2 – Preston, UK – New Continental
May 3 – Birmingham, UK – Asylum
May 4 – London, UK – The Underworld [SELLING FAST]
May 6 – Paris, FR – La Boule Noire [SELLING FAST]
May 7 – Montpellier, FR – Secret Place
May 8 – Barcelona, ES – Razz 3
May 9 – Madrid, ES – Revi Live
May 10 – Lisbon, PT – RCA Club
May 11 – Portugalete, ES – Groove
May 13 – Lyon, FR – Rock’n’Eat [SELLING FAST]
May 14 – Pratteln, CH – Z7
May 15 – Munich, DE – Backstage
May 16 – Weinheim, DE – Cafe Central [SELLING FAST]
May 17 – Vienna, AT – Escape
May 18 – Krakow, PL – Klub Gwarek

VIP Upgrades

VIP upgrades are limited to just 10 per show. These packages are designed for fans who want time with the band and early access to the night’s essentials.

Early venue access
Meet and greet
Early merch access
VIP seating where available (venue dependent)
An exclusive merch pack, including:
- VIP pass (laminate)
- Signed, high-quality band photo print (A5)
- Guitar pick
- Drum stick
All items can be signed during the meet and greet

Ways to Support

The band note that streaming, physical releases and merch are available through their official channels. A campaign supporting a potential US and Canada tour has also been announced. Fans who want to help bring the show to their city can follow the band’s platforms for updates.

Final Take

Imperial Age’s “Demons Are a Girl’s Best Friend” is a savvy cover, one that magnifies the original’s hook with symphonic muscle and choir-forward bravado. It is faithful to the spirit of the source while clearly stamped with the band’s identity. As a calling card for the Return of the Atlanteans Tour, it does exactly what a good single should do: stick in your head, make you want to sing, and sharpen the anticipation of hearing it ring out in a room full of voices.