What was supposed to be a great day for heavy music and fun, turned into a remembrance for the sudden passing of The Prince Of Darkness, Ozzy Osbourne just hours before.
The first band of the evening was Dark Devine. They were formed in 2021. The band quickly gained attention with their dark aesthetic, theatrical stage presence, and heavy yet melodic sound. They were signed by Invogue Records in 2022 where they released their first EP. Their debut full-length album, Deadly Fun, was released on September 8, 2023. On October 4, 2024, a deluxe edition of the album was released including the new single “Burn The Witch”.
Their performance was a showcase of theatrical metalcore mastery, blending haunting aesthetics with punishing riffs and raw emotion. From the moment they stepped on stage, cloaked in eerie lighting and clad in their signature dark attire, the crowd was hooked.
Dark Divine doesn’t just perform; they immerse you in their world — a dark, twisted, emotionally-charged experience that leaves you wanting more. If you haven’t seen them live yet, prepare for an unforgettable night where horror meets heart and every scream echoes long after the final note.
The next band of the evening was Australian metalcore band Alpha Wolfe originally from Burnie, Tasmania and currently located in Melbourne, Victoria.
From the second the band launched into “Mangekyō,” the pit exploded, and the energy never let up. They played tracks like “Pretty Boy” and “Sub-Zero” which hit like sledgehammers, sending shockwaves through the crowd. The band’s signature blend of nu-metalcore grooves and dissonant, jarring rhythms turned the venue into a warzone of circle pits, stage dives, and crowd chants.
By the time the final notes of “Akudama” rang out, the crowd was drenched in sweat, fists raised, voices hoarse, and completely destroyed — exactly the way Alpha Wolf intended. If you’re looking for a band that turns pain into power and fury into art, catch them live. Just be ready to survive the storm.
The next band of the day was Australian post-hardcore band from Gympie, Queensland, The Amity Affliction, formed in 2003. The band’s current line-up consists of Joel Birch (lead vocals), Dan Brown (guitar), Jonathan Reeves (bass, vocals) and Joe Longobardi (drums). The Amity Affliction has released eight studio albums including Severed Ties (2008), Youngbloods (2010), Chasing Ghosts (2012), Let the Ocean Take Me (2014), This Could Be Heartbreak (2016), Misery (2018) and Everyone Loves You… Once You Leave Them (2020). They are known for their highly personal songs, often dealing with depression, anxiety, death, substance abuse, and suicide, many lyrics stemming from vocalist Joel Birch’s past struggles. The Amity Affliction released their latest album, Not Without My Ghosts, in 2023.
They brought their signature blend of heartache, heaviness, and hope to life in a performance that was as emotionally gripping as it was sonically crushing. Walking into a venue packed with devoted fans, you could feel the anticipation in the air — and the band did not disappoint.
Opening with the anthemic “Pittsburgh,” the crowd erupted into a frenzy, singing every word with fists in the air. Vocalist Joel Birch delivered screams full of anguish, while bassist Ahren Stringer countered with soaring clean vocals that provided both balance and emotional resonance. Their chemistry has always been a cornerstone of Amity’s sound, and live, it hits even harder.
Songs like “Soak Me in Bleach” and “Drag the Lake” had the crowd moving in unison, blending mosh-friendly breakdowns with melodic choruses, The lighting and visuals added a moody atmosphere, matching the band’s themes of mental health struggles, inner demons, and survival.
The Amity Affliction remind you that it’s okay to break — and they make sure you don’t feel alone while doing it. Live, their music becomes more than sound. It becomes therapy.
The next band to hit the stage was American metalcore band from Dayton, Ohio, The Devil Wears Prada, formed in 2005. At one time known as a Christian metalcore band, it consists of members Mike Hranica (vocals, additional guitar), Jeremy DePoyster (rhythm guitar, vocals), Kyle Sipress (lead guitar, backing vocals), Mason Nagy (bass), Jonathan Gering (keyboards, backing vocals), and Giuseppe Capolupo (drums). The band had maintained its original line-up until keyboardist James Baney left the band.
They proved once again why they’re metalcore veterans with a performance that blended chaos, catharsis, and a refined intensity honed over two decades. From the moment the band hit the stage with “Watchtower,” the venue erupted — the pit surging like a tidal wave while the walls rattled with every downbeat.
Mike Hranica commanded the crowd with his raw, impassioned screams, pacing the stage with manic energy. His vocals cut deep, while Jeremy DePoyster’s clean choruses provided a perfect melodic foil, especially during emotionally charged anthems like “Watchtower” and “Salt.” The two vocalists played off each other with a chemistry that was both seamless and electric.
Tracks from Color Decay and The Act translated flawlessly to the live setting, pulling the audience into a world of introspection and tension. But it was older fan favorites that triggered full-throttle chaos — with crowdsurfers flying and moshers tearing through the pit in pure exhilaration.
The band closed their set with the haunting “Sacrifice,” leaving the audience swaying in a final moment of vulnerability — a fitting end to a night that was as heartfelt as it was heavy. This was a tribute to Killswitch Engage.
The Devil Wears Prada aren’t just surviving in today’s scene — they’re thriving. Live, they’re a force of nature, balancing brutality with beauty and reminding fans why they’ve remained a staple of the genre.
The next band to hit the stage for the day was American rock band Beartooth, founded by vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Caleb Shomo in Columbus, Ohio, in 2012. Originally Shomo performed every instrument when in the studio, before being joined by a four-piece band. Beartooth has been signed to Red Bull Records since 2013; its debut EP Sick was released on July 26, 2013, followed by the debut full-length album Disgusting on June 10, 2014. Since then, Shomo has released a further three studio albums under the Beartooth moniker: Aggressive (2016), Disease (2018), and Below (2021). The band’s fifth studio album, The Surface, was released on October 13, 2023.
Beartooth brought the house down with a performance that was pure adrenaline, unfiltered emotion, and unapologetic honesty. From the first blast of “The Lines,” it was clear the night wasn’t going to be just another show — it was a full-scale release of everything fans had been holding in.
Frontman Caleb Shomo stormed the stage with unmatched intensity, screaming every lyric like his life depended on it. His raw energy radiated throughout the venue, instantly connecting with a crowd that knew every word. Whether he was thrashing across the stage or letting his guard down during moments of vulnerability, Shomo commanded attention with every breath.
The setlist was a perfectly paced journey through Beartooth’s evolution — with throat-ripping bangers like “The Past Is Dead” and “ATTN” lighting up the pit, while tracks like “Disease” and “Might Love Myself” hit with emotional depth and stadium-sized choruses.
One of the night’s highlights came with “Riptide,” where the crowd became one massive choir, screaming every lyric in a cathartic outburst. You could feel the weight being lifted off shoulders in real time. That’s the magic of Beartooth live — they give you permission to feel everything.
By the time they closed their set, sweat poured from every corner of the venue, and fans were left emotionally wrecked but completely fulfilled.
Beartooth aren’t just a band — they’re a lifeline. And live, they remind you that it’s okay to break down as long as you keep getting back up.
The next band of the day was American rock band I Prevail, formed in Southfield, Michigan, in 2013. They released their debut EP Heart vs. Mind (2014) and rose to popularity from releasing a metal cover of Taylor Swift’s “Blank Space” as a single, which eventually was certified platinum in the US.
I Prevail tore through their set with the force of a freight train, delivering a concert that was equal parts emotional release and unrelenting chaos. From the opening notes of “Bow Down,” the band had the crowd in the palm of their hands — fists pumping, voices screaming, bodies moving in every direction.
Dual vocalists Eric Vanlerberghe and Brian Burkheiser showcased the band’s signature contrast with brutal screams and soaring cleans, bouncing between aggression and melody with seamless precision. Eric’s guttural roars rattled the venue’s walls, while Guitarists Steve Menoian and Dylan Bowman delivered bone-crushing riffs layered with electronic textures and breakdowns sharp enough to cut through steel. The lighting and production amplified every moment, flashing and strobing in sync with the beat, giving the whole show a cinematic, high-stakes feel. Brian’s anthemic choruses brought waves of emotion crashing over the crowd.
The setlist was a well-balanced mix of heavy hitters and emotionally-charged anthems, pulling from TRUE POWER, Trauma, and Lifelines. “Self Destruction” hit especially hard, with raw vulnerability pouring from the stage as fans sang every word back like it was their own truth. “Bow Down” unleashed a pit that looked like it might swallow the floor whole.
One of the most memorable moments came when the band performed their cover of “Blank Space” by Taylor Swift — a fun, unexpected singalong that gave the crowd a moment to breathe before diving back into the fury.
They closed with “Gasoline,” a haunting, thunderous finale that left the crowd chanting long after the lights went down.
I Prevail live is more than a concert — it’s an emotional purge, a communal scream, and an electrifying reminder that vulnerability and strength can live side by side. If you get the chance to see them, don’t miss it.
The next band up for the evening was Australian metalcore band from Byron Bay, New South Wales, formed in 2003 Parkway Drive. They have released seven studio albums, one EP, two DVDs, a split album and one book, titled Ten Years of Parkway Drive. The band’s latest three albums have reached number 1 of the Australian ARIA Charts – Ire (2015), Reverence (2018), and Darker Still (2022).
Parkway Drive don’t just perform — they conquer. Their show was a thunderous masterclass in modern metalcore, combining sheer brutality with theatrical spectacle and emotional resonance. From the moment the lights dimmed and the first blast of pyrotechnics lit up the stage, it was clear the crowd was in for a night of unrelenting intensity.
Opening with the bone-crushing “Glitch,” the band set the tone early: punishing riffs, explosive energy, and a crowd that responded with immediate chaos. Frontman Winston McCall delivered every scream with spine-chilling conviction, pacing the stage like a general leading his army into battle. His presence was commanding, his vocals feral, yet every word felt meaningful.
The setlist was a journey through Parkway Drive’s evolution — from the pit-inducing brutality of “Prey” to the anthemic power of “Wild Eyes” and “Bottom Feeder.” Tracks like these showcased the band’s recent cinematic growth, blending orchestral elements and clean vocals with crushing metal precision.
The stage production was nothing short of breathtaking. Towering flames, synchronized lights, and dramatic visuals elevated each song into a full sensory experience. During “Crushed,” the entire venue felt like it was shaking from the sheer sonic force and the roar of the crowd.
One of the night’s most unforgettable moments came when McCall paused to speak to the crowd about resilience, unity, and surviving through dark times — a quiet, powerful contrast to the chaos that surrounded it. Then, with zero warning, they ripped back into “Bottom Feeder,” and the pit exploded into mayhem once more.
By the time the band closed with the epic “Crushed,” fists were raised, voices hoarse, and the floor soaked with sweat and spilled beer — a true sign of a battle well-fought.
Parkway Drive have cemented themselves as one of the most vital live acts in heavy music today. Their concerts aren’t just shows — they’re events, built on fire, heart, and the unbreakable connection between band and fan.
The final band of the evening was none other then American metalcore band from Westfield, Massachusetts, formed in 1999 Killswitch Engage. The band’s current lineup consists of vocalist Jesse Leach, guitarists Joel Stroetzel and Adam Dutkiewicz, bassist Mike D’Antonio, and drummer Justin Foley. Howard Jones was the band’s lead vocalist from 2002 to 2012.
Killswitch Engage proved once again why they’re legends in the metalcore world, delivering a relentless, emotionally charged performance that balanced ferocity with melody, precision with passion. From the moment the band launched into “Rose of Sharyn” the crowd erupted into a frenzy of fists, screams, and circle pits that never let up.
Frontman Jesse Leach was a force of nature — his raw screams and soaring clean vocals hitting with equal power. Whether delivering the rage-filled intensity of “Hate by Design” or the emotional vulnerability of “My Curse,” Leach wore his heart on his sleeve, connecting deeply with fans both sonically and spiritually.
Guitarists Adam Dutkiewicz and Joel Stroetzel were locked in and lethal. Adam D, as always, brought the humor and high kicks in between his crushing riffs and flawless solos. The duo tore through fan favorites like “Hate By Design,” and “This Fire,” with the kind of tightness only possible from a band that’s been at the top of their game for decades.
The crowd’s energy reached a fever pitch during “My Last Serenade,” with the entire venue singing along at full volume, creating a communal, cathartic moment that reminded everyone why Killswitch’s blend of heaviness and hope still resonates.
Killswitch Engage closed with the anthemic “Holy Diver,” a perfect blend of brutality and brotherhood, and a final, triumphant rallying cry to end a night that was both blistering and uplifting.
Live, Killswitch Engage deliver more than just metal — they deliver meaning, momentum, and memories that stick with you long after the amps go silent. An unforgettable show from a band that continues to define and elevate the genre.
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