Louder Than Life in Louisville - Sep 26, 2024

Judas Priest

1 concert

Formed in Birmingham, England, Judas Priest are metal icons combining rock with theatrical flair. Known for anthems like "Breaking the Law," they influenced speed and death metal. Key members include Rob Halford, Glenn Tipton, K.K. Downing, and Ian Hill. Albums like "British Steel" and "Painkiller" are classics. Inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2022, they've collaborated with producers like Tom Allom and Andy Sneap. Their legacy includes reshaping heavy metal and captivating global fans with powerful live shows.

Tom Morello

12 concerts

Grammy-winning Tom Morello, a Harvard graduate, is famed for his innovative guitar work with Rage Against the Machine and Audioslave. He's a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, known for his unique style and activism, collaborating with Prophets of Rage and Bruce Springsteen. He also hosts Sirius XM's "One Man Revolution."

Tantric

9 concerts

Tantric, formed in 1998 by ex-Days of the New members, blends post-grunge, modern rock, and alternative metal. Their 2001 debut went gold with hits like "Breakdown." Despite lineup changes, Hugo Ferreira remains constant. Albums like 37 Channels and Mercury Retrograde kept them on the charts. Collaborated with Pavement Entertainment, toured with Puddle of Mudd.

(Hed) P.E.

11 concerts

Formed in Huntington Beach in 1994, (hed) p.e. pioneered "G-punk," blending punk rock with hip-hop. Known for "Broke" and "Blackout," they toured with Korn and System of a Down. Their concept album "New World Orphans" and compilations like "Major Pain 2 Indee Freedom" reflect political themes. The band underwent lineup changes over the years and released hit albums such as "Stampede."

Adema

1 concert

Adema, formed in 1998 in Bakersfield, is a post-grunge, alternative metal band known for albums like "Adema" and "Unstable." Despite lineup changes, they continued to tour and released records such as "Planets." They reunited with notable members and collaborated with Ryan Shuck. Adema remains a relevant touring act.

Saosin

5 concerts

California-based Saosin, a post-hardcore pioneer, debuted in 2003 with EP "Translating the Name." Known for their explosive style and social media presence, they've toured with bands like Boys Night Out and signed with labels like Capitol and Epitaph. After lineup changes, including frontman Cove Reber's exit and Anthony Green's return, Saosin released "Along the Shadow" in 2016.

PUP

15 concerts

Toronto punk band PUP blends snarling, self-deprecating punk with raw energy. Known for hits like “If This Tour Doesn’t Kill You, I Will,” their acclaimed albums and intense live shows showcase their volatile yet magnetic chemistry.

Halestorm

17 concerts

Nashville’s Halestorm, known for hard rock hits and raw honesty, boasts a GRAMMY win, seven #1 rock songs, and collaborations with top producers like Dave Cobb.

Skillet

34 concerts

Skillet, a global hard rock band, gained fame with hits like “Monster.” They’ve sold 22M+ units worldwide and earned two GRAMMY® nods, and a Billboard Music Award. Known for energetic live shows across 26 countries, their reach includes WWE and Marvel syncs. The band features John and Korey Cooper, Jen Ledger, and Seth Morrison.

Polaris

21 concerts

Polaris, a Sydney-based band, blends melodic metalcore, post-rock, and electronic sounds. Known for ARIA-nominated album The Death of Me, their third album, Fatalism, explores themes of despair and dystopia, featuring tracks like Harbinger and Nightmare with Jamie Hails's intense vocals.

Local H

1 concert

Local H, an iconic alt-rock duo from Zion, Illinois, is renowned for powerful live shows. Known for hits like “Bound For The Floor,” they achieved 90s rock fame with albums like "As Good As Dead." Scott Lucas and Ryan Harding have collaborated with Toadies and Helmet and joined Metallica’s stadium tour. The band remains influential with ongoing releases and tours.

Seether

7 concerts

Seether, formed in South Africa, delivers authentic rock with hits like "Broken" and "Fake It." Known for anthems, they've toured with Breaking Benjamin and released five gold/platinum albums. Their album "Si Vis Pacem, Para Bellum" produced three No. 1 hits. Seether remains a festival favorite, showcasing a mix of aggression and vulnerability.

Drowning Pool

16 concerts

Drowning Pool, a Dallas-based nu-metal band, rose to fame with their platinum debut "Sinner" and its hit "Bodies." Known for dark themes, they performed at Ozzfest and Wrestlemania. After lead vocalist Dave Williams' death in 2002, they continued with singers Jason Jones, Ryan McCombs, and Jasen Moreno. Collaborated with Sevendust, Kittie, and (hed) p.e., and produced by Jay Baumgardner. Released albums like "Full Circle" and "Resilience."

Slayer

1 concert

Formed in 1982 in California, Slayer became thrash metal giants with intense, controversial themes. Known for albums like "Reign in Blood" and "Seasons in the Abyss," they collaborated with Rick Rubin and Ice-T. Their intense style earned them critical acclaim and a devoted fan base. Slayer's final tour concluded in 2019.

Militarie Gun

50 concerts

Militarie Gun, led by Ian Shelton, blends raw vulnerability with distorted rock sounds. Known for intense emotion and dynamic riffs, the band delivers powerful, human stories in punk rock.

Anthrax

6 concerts

Anthrax, formed by Scott Ian in New York, are pioneers of thrash metal, blending hardcore punk with metal. Known for humor-infused music, they collaborated with Public Enemy. Joey Belladonna joined after "Fistful of Metal," driving success with hits like "Bring the Noise." They reunited in 2011 for "Worship Music," earning Grammy nods. In 2016, "For All Kings" released, touring with Iron Maiden. Celebrated for their influential style, Anthrax's legacy includes a 2021 global livestream for their 40th anniversary.

CKY

3 concerts

CKY, born from skate-punk chaos, is known for high-energy rock and alt shows. Fronted by Chad I Ginsburg, with Jess Margera on drums and bassist Mike Leon, they’ve toured with Guns N’ Roses and Metallica.

Finger Eleven

13 concerts

Canadian rock band Finger Eleven, famed for hits like "One Thing" and "Paralyzer," won a Juno and earned multi-platinum awards, known for powerful live shows and collaborations with Richard Patrick.

Deadlands

2 concerts

DEADLANDS, a New York post-hardcore band led by Kasey Karlsen, blends raw lyrics on personal struggles with trap and cinematic sounds, drawing over a million followers.

Winona Fighter

7 concerts

Based in Nashville, Winona Fighter—Coco Kinnon, Dan Fuson, Austin Luther—gained acclaim with their 2022 debut EP, *Father Figure*. Known for raw, energetic live shows and re-recorded tracks like "Subaru” and “You Look Like A Drunk Phoebe Bridgers," the band channels rage and frustration in their music. Their debut album, *MY APOLOGIES TO THE CHEF*, captures the spirit and angst of modern life.

Marky Ramone

4 concerts

Marky Ramone, born Marc Bell in NYC, was the iconic drummer for the Ramones, known for "Road to Ruin." He played with Richard Hell & the Voidoids, Misfits, and formed the Intruders.

KNEECAP

20 concerts

Kneecap, from West Belfast, blend Irish punk rap with satirical, high-energy performances. Celebrated by major media, they challenge norms and inspire cultural revival.

Alien Weaponry

35 concerts

New Zealand’s Alien Weaponry blends thrash metal with te reo Māori lyrics, gaining global fame for albums like *Tū* and *Tangaroa*. They've shared stages with Guns N' Roses and Slayer.

Touché Amoré

12 concerts

L.A.'s Touché Amoré are post-hardcore pioneers known for raw, emotional music exploring anxiety and grief. Collaborated with producer Ross Robinson, blending intensity with innovation.

Royale Lynn

8 concerts

Royale Lynn, a small-town alt-metal artist signed to Epitaph Records, blends hard rock with nostalgic vibes. Known for hits like “DEATH WISH” ft. Danny Worsnop, she’s amassed 65M+ streams and 1M followers, tackling deep themes like mental health and resilience.

Eagles Of Death Metal

1 concert

Born in Greenville, SC, Jesse Hughes co-founded Eagles of Death Metal with Josh Homme. Known for garage, boogie, and hard rock, they've toured widely and survived the 2015 Bataclan attack.

Till Lindemann

28 concerts

Till Lindemann, born in Germany, is famed for his inventive solo work beyond Rammstein. A versatile artist and poet, his style defies categorization, always surprising.

Citizen Soldier

12 concerts

Citizen Soldier, formed in 2016 in Salt Lake City, blends emotional rock with mental health themes. Frontman Jake Segura, now a therapist, leads the band.

Fozzy

12 concerts

Fozzy is a rock band known for their energetic style and hits like "Judas," which topped Sirius/XM's Octane chart. Their collaboration with Johnny Andrews produced hits "Painless" and "Nowhere To Run."

HEALTH

22 concerts

Born in L.A.'s noise scene, Health is known for their divisive, avant-garde style. They played festivals like Coachella, scored Max Payne 3, and collaborated across genres.

Blame My Youth

3 concerts

Sean Van Vleet formed Blame My Youth in 2020. Their debut single "Right Where You Belong" featured on the Grammy-nominated "Bill & Ted Face the Music" soundtrack. Hits like "Fantastic" achieved Rock radio chart success and "Prizefighter" rose on US Alternative radio. Touring with bands like The Offspring and AWOLNATION, Van Vleet collaborates with producer Joey Moi. Their new track "The Break" marks a fresh, vulnerable chapter for the band.

Set It Off

24 concerts

Set It Off, an independent band, embraces freedom over societal pressures with genre-bending music. Known for singles on Sirius XM's Octane, their sincerity and originality shine through. Originating with their debut, Cinematics, they continue to connect deeply with fans, driven by fresh creativity and authenticity.

Gojira

24 concerts

French heavy metal band Gojira, from Bayonne, blends thrash, death, and progressive metal with philosophical lyrics. Known for albums like Magma and Fortitude, they gained critical acclaim, Grammy nominations, and performed at the 2024 Olympics. They've toured with bands like Machine Head and are lauded for their unique sound and live performances.

Mastodon

3 concerts

Atlanta's Mastodon, formed in 1999, are influential in American metal, blending genres like stoner, sludge, and metalcore. Known for complex riffs and conceptual albums like Leviathan, they've received Grammy recognition for hits like "Sultan's Curse." Albums like The Hunter and Emperor of Sand showcase their diverse influences. They often collaborate with Neurosis' Scott Kelly and teamed up with Lamb of God in 2024 for "Floods of Triton."

The Offspring

36 concerts

The Offspring, icons of Southern California punk, have sold 45M+ albums worldwide with hits like "Pretty Fly." Current members include Dexter Holland and Noodles.

Nonpoint

10 concerts

Pioneers of nu-metal/rap-rock, Nonpoint is renowned for energetic performances and hits with frontman Elias Soriano. Key members include Robb Rivera on drums, Rasheed Thomas, Adam Woloszyn, and Jason Zeilstra.

Badflower

34 concerts

Badflower, a Los Angeles-bred and Nashville-based quartet, blends stress, sleeplessness, and truth into alternative anthems. Known for hits like “Ghost,” which went platinum and won iHeartRadio's “Rock Song of the Year,” they’ve shared the stage with Incubus and Shinedown, and gained accolades from Billboard. Their debut, Ok, I’m Sick, made LoudWire's “50 Best Rock Albums of 2019.”

Clutch

23 concerts

CLUTCH, known for heavy riffs and heady lyrics, originated in the early '90s. Their diverse sound, compared to Grateful Dead and Rush, includes hits like "Red Alert." Their 13th album, "Sunrise On Slaughter Beach," features vibraphone, theremin, and female backup vocals. Fans and critics cherish their work released via major labels and their Weathermaker imprint.

NOTHING MORE

53 concerts

NOTHING MORE, formed by Jonny Hawkins, Mark Vollelunga, Daniel Oliver, and Ben Anderson, crafts primal, cerebral rock with catchy hooks. The band boasts three GRAMMY nominations, two gold records, and hits like “This is the Time (Ballast)” and “TIRED OF WINNING.” Known for their fusion of accessibility and experimentation, Kerrang! named them key rock influencers, citing Hawkins as one of the Top 50 Greatest Rockstars. Their album CARNAL revisits the energy of their breakthrough, proving they are built to last.

Jinjer

53 concerts

Jinjer, a Ukrainian groove metal band founded in 2009, blends post-hardcore and death/progressive/nu-metal with influences from R&B and hip-hop. Known for hits like "Cloud Factory" and "King of Everything," they feature Tatiana Shmailyuk on vocals. Signed by Napalm Records, they've gained global acclaim through extensive touring and impactful releases.

Sevendust

37 concerts

Sevendust, born in Atlanta, is known for their unique hard rock style with groovy riffs and soulful vocals. They've sold seven million albums, achieved three gold albums, three Top 15 Billboard 200 debuts, and a GRAMMY nomination. They've played major festivals like Woodstock and OZZfest and collaborated with artists from Deftones and Alter Bridge to Xzibit. Their acclaimed album Blood & Stone was praised as their best in years. Members include Lajon Witherspoon, Clint Lowery, John Connolly, Vince Hornsby, and Morgan Rose.

Drug Church

26 concerts

Drug Church, from Albany, NY, is a genre-defying punk band known for loud guitars and irreverent style. Their fifth album, PRUDE, showcases their aggression and melody.

Filter

15 concerts

Richard Patrick, born in the U.S., is Filter’s frontman and former Nine Inch Nails guitarist. Known for hits like "Hey Man Nice Shot" and "Take a Picture," he’s a rock pioneer with multiple platinum albums.

The Warning

1 concert

The Warning, a Mexico-born sister trio, is known for their hard rock sound with catchy hooks. They've supported acts like Muse and Foo Fighters, and their 2022 album, ERROR, was acclaimed. They performed at the 2023 MTV VMAs, featured in major magazines, and contributed to Metallica's Blacklist with Alessia Cara. Chosen as the face of Pepsi Black in Mexico, their cultural impact is significant.

Staind

1 concert

Staind, a multi-platinum nu-metal band from Springfield, MA, is led by Aaron Lewis' powerful vocals. Known for hits like "It's Been Awhile," they topped charts with "Break the Cycle." Collaborations with Fred Durst led to success with albums "14 Shades of Grey" and "Chapter V." After a 2011 hiatus, Staind reformed in 2019 and released "Confessions of the Fallen" in 2023, blending electronic elements into their rock style.

Soul Glo

2 concerts

Soul Glo, a hardcore punk band, crafted their album *Diaspora Problems* from 2016-2021 in an unfinished warehouse, working closely with Epitaph Records and engineer Evan Bernard.

Korn

7 concerts

KORN, formed in Bakersfield, pioneered nu-metal with their self-titled debut, selling 40M albums and earning 2 Grammys. Known for hits like "Freak on a Leash," the band, led by Jonathan Davis, redefined rock and remains a major influence, transcending genre barriers and inspiring generations worldwide.

Evanescence

7 concerts

Evanescence will release the 20th anniversary edition of their multi-platinum debut album Fallen, featuring remastered tracks, unheard demos, and alternate versions.

P.O.D.

10 concerts

P.O.D., rock icons for over 30 years, blend heart, grit, and soul in their music. Known for their punk-rock mentality, they remain passionate underdogs with a lasting legacy.

Alien Ant Farm

9 concerts

Alien Ant Farm, from Riverside, CA, gained fame with their 2001 hit cover of Michael Jackson's "Smooth Criminal." Known for their blend of nu-metal and punk-pop, their debut album ANThology went platinum. They faced challenges, like drummer injuries in a 2002 bus crash, but continued producing music. Hits include "These Days," and they received the Best Independent Album award in 1999. The band worked with labels such as DreamWorks and released albums like truANT and Up in the Attic. They've collaborated with musicians, reuniting for tours, and released their sixth album, Mantras, in 2024.

Body Count

1 concert

Born from Ice-T and Ernie C in L.A., Body Count blends metal and rap, known for the controversial hit “Cop Killer.” They've influenced generations and won a 2021 Grammy.

From Ashes to New

10 concerts

From Ashes To New, a Lancaster, PA band, fuses hard rock, hip-hop, electronic, and alternative music, earning acclaim and millions of streams since 2013.

The Funeral Portrait

8 concerts

The Funeral Portrait is a theatrical rock band from Atlanta, Georgia, known for loud, anthemic music that embraces outcasts, fostering community and acceptance.

Sponge

6 concerts

Detroit rockers Sponge gained fame in the mid-'90s with hits like "Plowed" and "Molly." Known for their blend of hard rock and alt-pop, they peaked with the gold-certified album Wax Ecstatic. Fronted by Vinnie Dombrowski, they continued releasing music, debuting in 1994 with Rotting Pinata. Despite lineup changes, their signature style and airplay endured.

Tim Montana

13 concerts

Tim Montana, born in Montana, is a hard rock artist known for "Devil You Know," praised by Loudwire and charting on Billboard. He toured with Staind and Bush and co-owns Wise River Club.

Powerman 5000

1 concert

Born in the USA, the electro-metal band is known for a sci-fi punk rock style. Popular albums include "Tonight the Stars Revolt!" and collaborations with Rob Zombie.

Black Stone Cherry

23 concerts

Kentucky’s Black Stone Cherry blend hard rock, blues, and soul across 8 albums, scoring UK Top 20 hits and US radio singles with tight, collaborative songwriting.

Dropkick Murphys

36 concerts

Boston-born Dropkick Murphys blend punk rock and Celtic sounds, known for hits like “I’m Shipping Up To Boston.” With millions sold, top albums, and powerful lyrics, they champion unity and working-class struggles.

Helmet

19 concerts

Helmet is a NYC-based alternative rock band, formed in 1989 by Page Hamilton. Known for hits like "Meantime," they broke up in 1998, reunited in 2004, and released eight albums.

Fit For A King

45 concerts

Fit For A King, formed in 2011, blends metalcore, deathcore, and electronic elements. Known for hits like "The Hell We Create," they've earned multiple Top 3 Billboard Christian Albums.