Sick New World in Las Vegas - Apr 12, 2025

Refused

12 concerts

Refused, formed in Umeå, Sweden, is known for their pioneering punk-hardcore style. After a 14-year hiatus, they made a triumphant return. Their album "War Music" is highly acclaimed.

Carcass

6 concerts

CARCASS, a ferocious force in death metal for over 30 years, excel with intricate execution. Known for "Under The Scalpel Blade," TORN ARTERIES blends nostalgic sounds with new production, solidifying their iconic status in the genre.

The Birthday Massacre

13 concerts

The Birthday Massacre, a Canadian gothic rock band formed in 1999, gained fame with their album 'Violet' featuring hits ‘Blue’ and ‘Happy Birthday’. Known for their eerie melodies and heavy riffs, they continue to captivate fans with albums like ‘Under Your Spell’ and ‘Fascination’. They're celebrated for their atmospheric storytelling and dynamic live shows.

Poison The Well

11 concerts

Poison the Well, from southern Florida, gained fame in the hardcore punk scene with their metalcore style, blending Slayer's guitar with Hatebreed's stomp. Their debut album was a hit, leading to a stint with Atlantic Records, though they later returned to indie labels. Known for albums like "The Opposite of December," they pushed boundaries with "Versions," featuring diverse instruments. They toured with Cryptopsy and Every Time I Die. Notable members included Ryan Primack and Jeff Moreira.

The Hives

39 concerts

Formed in a Swedish steel town in 1993, The Hives are known for their energetic rock. Their 2000 album "Veni Vidi Vicious" earned platinum status, with the hit "Hate to Say I Told You So" lauded by Pitchfork. They’ve collaborated with Joshua Homme and Pharrell, and toured with legends like the Rolling Stones and AC/DC. Their 7th LP showcases their explosive style.

Quicksand

3 concerts

Quicksand, a band known for their powerful, thoughtful post-hardcore sound, released Distant Populations as a timely follow-up to Interiors. Featuring 11 punchy, concise tracks, it expanded on their established style and was critically lauded for its emotional resonance and gripping lyricism. Founded in New York and recognized for albums like Manic Compression, they've been acclaimed for their ability to evolve and impact the genre.

Meshuggah

4 concerts

Swedish metal pioneers Meshuggah, formed in 1987, are famed for their complex, groove-infused death metal. Grammy-nominated for "The Violent Sleep of Reason," they've shaped a new subgenre.

Exodus

4 concerts

EXODUS, hailing from the Bay Area, are thrash metal icons known for their intense and versatile music. They've released albums like "Bonded By Blood," collaborated with Andy Sneap, and remain masters of the genre.

Seven Hours After Violet

4 concerts

Shavo Odadjian, bassist of System of a Down, is known for his spontaneous, riff-driven style. Collaborating with producer Morgoth, they created a new band blending powerful guitar, bass, beats, and atmospherics.

Lebanon Hanover

16 concerts

Lebanon Hanover, a duo of Larissa Iceglass and William Maybelline, create post-punk sounds inspired by the beauty of art nouveau, the urbanism of Berlin, and British nature.

DIR EN GREY

3 concerts

DIR EN GREY, formed in 1997, is a genre-defying rock band known for their evolving sound and visuals. They have a strong following in Europe and America, transcending trends and earning global acclaim for staying true to their unique musical vision.

Underoath

22 concerts

Underoath, a Florida-based band, blends chaos into harmony with hard rock and electronic elements. Known for gold albums and Grammy nods, they redefine heavy music's boundaries.

Testament

30 concerts

TESTAMENT, born from thrash metal roots, excels in blending traditional and progressive elements. Known for standout tracks like "Children Of The Next Level," they feature complex guitar work by Peterson and Skolnick. Their thirteenth album, Titans of Creation, explores creation and destruction themes while staying true to their energetic style.

The Sisters Of Mercy

14 concerts

The Sisters of Mercy, a renowned English rock band formed in Leeds (1980), led by Andrew Eldritch, are famous for their gothic industrial style. Known for hits like "Alice" and "Temple of Love," their major albums include "Floodland" and "Vision Thing."

Gojira

30 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

32 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."

Mudvayne

2 concerts

Formed in Peoria, IL in 1996, heavy metal band Mudvayne is known for their unique pseudonyms and bizarre makeup. Their major-label debut, L.D. 50, went gold and won the first MTV2 Video Award in 2001. They are recognized for hits and albums like "Lost and Found," and they've toured with Metallica and Linkin Park.

Melvins

27 concerts

Born in Aberdeen, WA, the Melvins are pioneers of the sludge metal genre, influencing grunge icons like Soundgarden and Nirvana's Kurt Cobain. Their experimental sound blends punk and metal, with Buzz Osborne and Dale Crover leading since 1986. Notable works include "Bullhead" and 2017's "A Walk with Love and Death." Collaborations feature Mike Patton and Mike Kunka. Despite major labels and diverse styles, they remain cult favorites known for their heavy riffs and creative experiments.

ERRA

24 concerts

ERRA, born from determination, blends heavy and melodic genres. Known for confronting mental struggles and exploring themes like Japan's Suicide Forest, their self-titled fifth album showcases episodic storytelling akin to Black Mirror and draws inspiration from authors like Cormac McCarthy. The band emphasizes harmony between personal needs and shared reality, marking redemption and renewed focus.

Metallica

24 concerts

Formed in 1981 by Lars Ulrich and James Hetfield, Metallica became iconic for multi-platinum albums like The Black Album and winning nine Grammys. They played all 7 continents!

Scowl

20 concerts

Scowl, from Santa Cruz, CA, delivers venomous hardcore punk, collaborating with Circle Jerks and Limp Bizkit. They've rocked Coachella and Reading festivals, known for their fierce sound and intense live shows. Their latest album explores themes of morality and self-discovery while retaining punk's rebellious spirit.

Filter

9 concerts

Filter, formed by Richard Patrick, ex-NIN member, blends hard rock and electronic-leaning industrial sounds. Known for '90s hits like "Hey Man, Nice Shot" and "Take a Picture," the band achieved success with platinum albums "Short Bus" and "Title of Record." Collaborated with The Crystal Method and appeared on iconic soundtracks. Filter's sound evolved, marked by albums like "The Amalgamut" and "The Sun Comes Out Tonight." Despite lineup changes, Patrick remains the creative force, with recent work including 2023's "The Algorithm."

311

43 concerts

American rock quintet 311, formed in Omaha, NE, blends reggae, hip-hop, funk, and metal. Known for hits "Down" and "Amber," they peaked with "Uplifter." With Top 10 albums, covers, and successful tours, their loyal fan base enjoys a mix of styles.

Evanescence

9 concerts

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

Kittie

6 concerts

Kittie, a trailblazing heavy metal band, emerged as teens and defied stereotypes with seven albums, OzzFest gigs, and over 2 million sales. Known for their resilience and fierce spirit.

Lacuna Coil

42 concerts

Lacuna Coil, renowned for their cinematic heavy metal sound, began their journey in Italy. Their latest album, "Sleepless Empire," features notable tracks like "The Siege" and "I Wish You Were Dead," with special collaborations from Ash Costello and Randy Blythe. Celebrating over three decades, their music aligns past, present, and future, showcasing their creative evolution.

Cradle Of Filth

25 concerts

Cradle of Filth, a British extreme metal band formed in 1991 by Dani Filth, blends black, gothic, and symphonic metal. Known for theatrical shows and albums like "Damnation and a Day" and "Hammer of the Witches", they’ve collaborated with Scott Atkins and evolved with numerous lineup changes. Notable for songs like "Nymphetamine", their work often explores dark themes with commercial success.

The Flaming Lips

35 concerts

The Flaming Lips, formed in 1983 in Oklahoma City, are acclaimed for their psychedelic, experimental alternative rock. Known for hits like "She Don't Use Jelly," they gained fame in the '90s and won a Grammy for 2002's "Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots." Collaborations include Miley Cyrus and Kacey Musgraves. Notable albums are "The Soft Bulletin" and "American Head," showcasing their unique sound and emotional depth.

Three Days Grace

58 concerts

Since 2003, Canadian band Three Days Grace, with members Adam Gontier, Matt Walst, Barry Stock, Brad Walst, and Neil Sanderson, has dominated hard rock with hits like "I Hate Everything About You" and "Animal I Have Become." They boast 19 #1s at Mediabase Active Rock and 17 #1s at Billboard/BDS Active Rock, multiple Juno nominations, and over 5 billion streams worldwide.

Sponge

20 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.

Machine Head

14 concerts

Machine Head, founded by Robb Flynn, has been a force in metal for over three decades. Known for fierce determination and reinvention, their 11th album 'UNATØNED' showcases a focused, impactful sound with bludgeoning riffs and anthemic melodies, maintaining their relevance and ferocity.

Queens of the Stone Age

33 concerts

Queens of the Stone Age, founded by Josh Homme post-Kyuss, gained fame with their 2000 album Rated R. Known for their heavy rock and psychedelic blend, they collaborated with artists like Dave Grohl and Elton John. Songs for the Deaf, featuring hits "No One Knows" and "Go with the Flow," elevated their status. Their 2013 album, ...Like Clockwork, topped Billboard charts. They've worked with producers like Mark Ronson and released albums such as Villains and In Times New Roman.... Their work has garnered Grammy nominations, showcasing their influence in modern rock.

Static-X

28 concerts

Static-X, an American metal band from the Midwest, combines thrash metal with industrial and techno elements. Known for their hit "Wisconsin Death Trip" and singles like "Push It," they rose to stardom with Wayne Static's signature look and vocals. Despite setbacks, including Wayne's death in 2014, the band regrouped to release "Project Regeneration Vol. 1" in 2020 and Vol. 2 in 2024. Collaborating with producer Ulrich Wild, they returned to touring with new frontman Xer0, securing their place in metal history.

Stabbing Westward

1 concert

Born in Macomb, IL, Stabbing Westward is an industrial rock band known for dark atmospherics and hits like "What Do I Have to Do?" and "Shame." Their 1996 album *Wither Blister Burn & Peel* achieved gold status. After disbanding in 2002, they reunited in 2016, releasing *Chasing Ghosts* in 2022. The band has toured with Depeche Mode and collaborated with notable artists and producers.

AFI

2 concerts

AFI, hailing from Northern California, are pioneers of creative evolution in punk rock. Known for platinum albums like "Sing the Sorrow" and "Decemberunderground," they boast diverse, authentic sound and chart-topping achievements.

Cannibal Corpse

5 concerts

Cannibal Corpse, pioneers of death metal, deliver relentless precision in "Violence Unimagined." Featuring Erik Rutan, it's bolstered by Vince Locke's striking artwork.

Vision Video

8 concerts

Vision Video, a post-punk goth rock band from Athens, GA, blends '70s and '80s sounds with modern themes. Known for exploring trauma and humanity, their acclaimed LPs "Inked in Red" and "Haunted Hours" are recorded with Tom Ashton. Lead singer Dusty Gannon’s military and firefighter background influences their music. Praised by Pitchfork, they're celebrated for their classic yet fresh take on the genre.

Linkin Park

47 concerts

LINKIN PARK, formed in California, blends rock with visual art, achieving fame with "Hybrid Theory," the best-selling debut of the 21st century. Known for hits like "Numb" and "In the End," the band has won multiple GRAMMYs and sold over 100 million albums. After Chester Bennington's death in 2017, they regrouped, collaborating with Emily Armstrong and Colin Brittain, releasing "FROM ZERO" to critical acclaim, continuing to evolve their sound.

Arch Enemy

37 concerts

Arch Enemy's "Blood Dynasty," produced by Jens Bogren, showcases their heaviest work yet with tracks like "Dream Stealer" and "Illuminate The Path," defining melodic death metal.