by Zenae Zukowski | Nov 6, 2025 | Festivals, News
Following the earlier announcement of Behemoth frontman Nergal’s special Sventevith (Storming Near the Baltic) performance with Icelandic black metal force Misþyrming, Beyond the Gates 2026 has announced the third wave of bands. Newly confirmed acts include Testament,...
by Marie-Christine Quirion | Oct 29, 2025 | Festivals, News, Previews
After breaking every attendance record in 2025 with over 175,000 attendees over four days, and hosting the largest Rock Event in Ohio history, Danny Wimmer Presents came out swinging for the fences this year, with a HUGE announcement. This upcoming May 14th-17th,...
by Zenae Zukowski | Oct 22, 2025 | Festivals, News
After a canceled 2025, Sick New World is leveling up in 2026 and bringing System of a Down along for the ride with not one but two editions. The festival will not only return to Las Vegas but also expand for the first time, heading out to Texas. Sick New World Las...
by Marie-Christine Quirion | Oct 9, 2025 | Festivals, Reviews
Louisville, Kentucky was under siege for two straight weeks this past September, as Danny Wimmer Presents unleashed back-to-back mega-festivals: Bourbon & Beyond (September 11–14) and Louder Than Life (September 18–21). With over 300 artists performing across both...
by Zenae Zukowski | Sep 10, 2025 | Festivals, News
Beyond the Gates festival has unveiled the first wave of bands for the 2026 edition, set to take place July 29–August 1 in Bergen, Norway. Leading the announcement, Emperor will deliver a special performance featuring returning members Mortiis and Faust. The show will...
by Zenae Zukowski | Sep 9, 2025 | Festivals, News
ProgPower USA has unveiled the full lineup for its 25th edition, set to take place September 9–12, 2026, in Atlanta, Georgia. Next year will be another one to remember with Nevermore, The Gathering (with Anneke Van Giersbergen), Conception, HammerFall, Crimson Glory,...