Formed in Texas, Pantera evolved from an 80s glam outfit into a preeminent groove metal powerhouse featuring vocalist Phil Anselmo, bassist Rex Brown, drummer Vinnie Paul, and guitarist Dimebag Darrell. They achieved mainstream breakthrough with Cowboys from Hell and Vulgar Display of Power, and topped the Billboard charts with Far Beyond Driven.
Formed in 1995 by former Nirvana drummer Dave Grohl as a solo project, Foo Fighters grew into a major modern rock band. Known for melodic alt-rock anthems, the group earned multiple Grammy Awards and a 2021 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction.
Enter Shikari, hailing from St Albans, England, formed in 1999, pioneering electronicore. Their genre-defying sound fuses post-hardcore, alternative rock, and metal with electronic elements like drum and bass and dubstep. Renowned for electrifying live performances and sociopolitical commentary, they've earned multiple "Best Live Band" awards. Albums such as "A Kiss for the Whole World" achieved chart success, alongside popular songs like "Sorry You're Not a Winner" and "Juggernauts".
Formed in 1997 by Josh Homme out of the stoner rock band Kyuss, Queens of the Stone Age became a leading heavy rock group. Breakthrough albums like Rated R and Songs for the Deaf featured notable guests like Dave Grohl, while ...Like Clockwork topped the Billboard charts.
Formed in Lawrence, Massachusetts, rock band Godsmack has earned four Grammy nominations, two iHeartRadio Music Award nominations, and a Billboard Music Award. Known for hits like I Stand Alone, Awake, and Voodoo, their multi-platinum catalog includes eight albums.
Formed in Toronto, rock band Billy Talent is best known for multi-platinum albums and chart-topping hits. They have sold millions of albums internationally and won seven Juno Awards from 23 nominations, establishing themselves as a generation-defining group in Canada.
Founded in 1983 by Dave Mustaine, Grammy-winning metal titans Megadeth have sold 50 million records worldwide. Known for shaping heavy music, the band features Mustaine alongside Teemu Mäntysaari, James LoMenzo, and Dirk Verbeuren.
Coheed and Cambria is a New York progressive rock band known for crafting sci-fi fantasies around the Amory Wars storyline. Emerging in the early 2000s, the group features Claudio Sanchez, Travis Stever, Josh Eppard, and Zach Cooper.
Formed in 2002, the Los Angeles punk band The Bronx features Matt Caughthran, Joby J. Ford, Ken Horne, Brad Magers, and Joey Castillo. They released their self-titled debut in 2003 and have since released six original albums, plus three under their alter ego, Mariachi El Bronx.
Weezer, formed in Los Angeles in 1992, is an American rock band known for alternative rock, power pop, and geek rock. They blend guitar-shredding with grunge intensity. Popular songs include "Buddy Holly," "Island in the Sun," and "Say It Ain't So." Notable albums include the "Blue Album," "Pinkerton," and the "SZNZ" EPs. They've sold over 35 million albums worldwide and collaborated with artists like Lil Wayne and AJR.
A popular and premier outdoor winery concert series in Australia that hosts international superstars and local legends, offering an experience of good food, fine wine, and live music in magnificent locations.
Limp Bizkit, formed in Jacksonville, Florida in 1994, is a pioneering nu metal and rap rock band. Fronted by Fred Durst, with Wes Borland, John Otto, and DJ Lethal, they are known for hits like "Nookie" and "Break Stuff." Founding bassist Sam Rivers passed in October 2025. The band remains active, with members pursuing individual projects and the group currently touring, maintaining their influential presence.
Formed in Byron Bay in 2003, Parkway Drive is a heavy metal band featuring Winston McCall, Jeff Ling, Luke Kilpatrick, Jia O'Connor, and Ben Gordon. They have released seven studio albums on Epitaph, including Deep Blue, Atlas, and the ARIA Award-winning Darker Still.
Senses Fail is an emo, screamo, post-hardcore, metalcore, and pop-punk band formed in Ridgewood, New Jersey, fronted by Buddy Nielsen. Best known for their Gold-selling debut album Let It Enfold You, the band has endured for nearly 25 years.
Whitechapel is an American deathcore band from Knoxville, Tennessee, formed in 2006. Named after the Jack the Ripper district, their sound blends deathcore with melodic and groove metal elements. Their latest album, "Hymns in Dissonance," was released in March 2025, and the band is currently touring.
Seattle-based Chinese American Bear is a quirky mando-pop/rock duo known for bilingual ear candy and DIY production. Their albums, including "Wah!!!," have garnered praise from outlets like BBC and KEXP and feature on numerous playlists. With retro sounds and fun lyrics, they're recognized for their creative chemistry.
Ohio metalcore quartet Miss May I formed in 2007, blending hardcore grooves and magnetic melodies. Known for breakout albums like At Heart and acclaimed releases such as Curse Of Existence, the band has amassed hundreds of millions of streams and toured widely.
Pierce the Veil features Vic Fuentes, Tony Perry, and Jaime Preciado. Their albums include A Flair for the Dramatic, Selfish Machines, which topped Billboard's Heatseekers chart, Collide with the Sky, and Misadventures, cementing them as an arena act.
Formed in Riverside, California in 2002, Suicide Silence is an American deathcore band known for punishing releases like their 2007 debut The Cleansing and the chart-topping The Black Crown. Following the tragic death of vocalist Mitch Lucker, the group recruited Hernan Hermida and continued releasing extreme metal albums.
Fronted by singer Matty Mullins alongside co-founder Kellen McGregor, Cory Elder, and Jake Garland, Memphis May Fire is known for aggressive rock and metal music with memorable hooks. Their sixth album is titled Broken. They have toured globally with acts like Killswitch Engage and Sleeping With Sirens.
Deafheaven formed in the Bay Area in 2010 as a duo of childhood friends vocalist George Clarke and guitarist Kerry McCoy. Drummer Daniel Tracy joined in 2012, guitarist/keyboardist Shiv Mehra in 2013, and bassist Chris Johnson in 2017.
Formed in 2013, Brighton blues-rock duo Royal Blood features Mike Kerr and Ben Thatcher. Known for scuzzy riffs and heavily distorted bass, the Brit Award-winning band achieved four consecutive U.K. number-one albums, including their self-titled debut and Typhoons.
BABYMETAL is a Japanese kawaii metal band formed in Tokyo in 2010. Pioneers of the genre, they fuse heavy metal with J-pop idol music. The current lineup features Su-metal, Moametal, and Momometal. Known for hits like "Gimme Chocolate!!" and "Megitsune," they are currently touring globally with festival appearances and released new music in 2026.
The Amity Affliction is an Australian metalcore band formed in Gympie, Queensland, in 2002. Known for their melody-driven sound and confessional lyrics, they achieved major success with ARIA chart-topping albums like Chasing Ghosts and Let the Ocean Take Me.
Grammy-nominated hip-hop super duo Run the Jewels features Brooklyn rapper El-P and Atlanta emcee Killer Mike. Known for aggressive rhymes over hard-hitting beats, the pair broke through with acclaimed albums like Run the Jewels 2 and the chart-topping RTJ3 and RTJ4.
Formed in Southend, alternative rock band Nothing But Thieves have achieved global success, billions of streams, and four Top 10 albums. In 2023, the five-piece scored their debut number one album with Dead Club City, following Moral Panic, Broken Machine, and their self-titled debut.
Afterlife, founded in 2016 by Italian duo Tale Of Us, is a globally recognized electronic music label and event series. Known for pioneering melodic techno, it delivers immersive experiences with cutting-edge visuals and a signature "falling man" logo. It features artists like Anyma and MRAK, shaping the electronic music landscape.
Boston Manor, a British rock band from Blackpool, England, formed in 2013. They blend alternative rock, emo, and post-hardcore, known for energetic performances and emotionally charged lyrics. Their discography includes albums like "Datura" and "Sundiver." Popular songs include "Halo" and "Foxglove." The band earned nominations for Kerrang! and Heavy Music Awards, and collaborated with artists such as John Floreani.
Formed in the San Fernando Valley, alternative powerhouse The Interrupters features vocalist Aimee Interrupter alongside guitarist Kevin Bivona and his twin brothers, Justin and Jesse. The band released their fifth album, Battle Scars, produced with Kevin Bivona and Tim Armstrong.
Mannequin Pussy, a Philadelphia rock band, known for their cathartic tunes, blends punk and pop. Key members include Marisa Dabice and Colins Regisford. Their acclaimed third album "Patience" led to tours and their EP "Perfect." They’re celebrated for addressing despair and resilience in an unkind world.
Bad Omens — an American metalcore/alternative metal band formed in Richmond, Virginia in 2015. Known for their genre-blending sound incorporating R&B and electronic elements, they rose to prominence with their 2022 album "The Death of Peace of Mind" and platinum hit "Just Pretend". They have released new singles in late 2025 and are actively touring globally.
Originating from Florida, Wage War is a heavy metal quintet known for blending metallic sounds with strong melodies. They have released albums including Blueprints, Deadweight, Pressure, Manic, and Stigma, and accumulated hundreds of millions of streams with tracks like Stitch and Low.
Forming in 2008 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, metalcore band Gideon debuted with 2011's Costs. Known for incorporating melodic hardcore and punk, they released Milestone, Calloused, Cold, and Out Of Control before issuing their sixth album, MORE POWER. MORE PAIN.
Starcrawler is a five-piece rock band from Los Angeles known for explosive live shows. The lineup features frontwoman Arrow De Wilde, guitarists Henri and Bill Cash, drummer Seth Carolina, and bassist Tim Franco. They have opened for major acts like Jack White and My Chemical Romance.
Turnstile, a hardcore punk band from Baltimore, excels in barrier-breaking music. Known for albums like TIME & SPACE and GLOW ON, which received three GRAMMY nods. Key tracks produced with Will Yip and Mike Elizondo.
Starbenders, a rock-n-roll band, are celebrated for their dynamic performances and magnetic stage presence. Fronted by Kimi Shelter, often likened to icons like Joan Jett and Johnny Thunders, the group’s lineup includes Aaron Lecesne, Kriss Tokaji, and Qi Wei. Renowned for tours with Alice In Chains and Palaye Royale, they've released 27 records in a decade, including "Love Potions" and "Take Back The Night".
Movements are an emotional rock band signed to Fearless Records, working with producer Will Yip. Known for blending early sounds with newer material like RUCKUS!, they released the singles Dissolve Me and Back In My Ways, and performed on the Warped Tour.
Another Day Dawns is a heavy rock band from Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, formed in 2010 by high school friends Dakota Sean, Tyler Ritter, Jerome Betz, Nick McGeehan, and Josh Mercado. Known for their charting 2018 EP A Different Life and the Stranger EP, they have toured with Sevendust and Atreyu.
Dead Poet Society is an American rock band formed in Boston, Massachusetts, in 2013. Known for their blend of alternative, indie, and blues rock, with a "heavy indie rock" sound, they released their debut album "-!-" in 2021. The band is currently touring, promoting their latest album, "FISSION".
Fox Lake, originating from Denver, Colorado in 2017, delivers an energetic nu-metal and metalcore sound. The band blends hardcore, hip-hop, and rock 'n' roll elements, known for undeniable grooves and an anti-establishment swagger. Their album "New World Heat" features popular songs like "Pure Adrenaline" and "Freestyle." Fox Lake has collaborated with artists such as Avoid, Silent Planet, Mugshot, and Eyes of Salt, recognized for their powerful, genre-defying music.
Meade is a rock and country artist known for albums like Black Sheep and Abstract Art of an Unstable Mind, plus the EP Pretty Little Waist. His Top 25 rock radio single BLACKOUT helped drive success, alongside the collaborative release Meade-E-Oak'r Mixtape.
Virginia-born, LA-based rapper and multi-instrumentalist Ryan Oakes fuses old-school hip-hop with modern flair. Known for his genre-blending rock-rap style, personal lyrics, and independence, he has amassed nearly half a billion streams.
Founded in 2016 in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, The HU is a Hunnu Rock band blending traditional Mongolian throat singing with Western rock. Their debut album, The Gereg, topped charts and earned them Mongolia's highest state award and a UNESCO Artist of Peace designation.
Seattle rock band Dragged Under features vocalist Tony Cappocchi, rhythm guitarist Sean Rosario, drummer Dylan Roy, guitarist Ryan Fluff Bruce, and bassist Hans Hessburg. They debuted in 2020 with the album The World is In Your Way.
Kittie is a heavy metal band formed when the members were teenagers. With over two million sales and seven albums, the group has defied industry norms, fought stereotypes, and co-headlined OzzFest during a career spanning more than twenty years.
Tigercub is an English power trio blending alternative rock and post-grunge. Fronted by Jamie Hall, they broke through with their 2016 album Abstract Figures in the Dark and reached the UK Top 20 with 2021's As Blue as Indigo.
Philadelphia artist Zero 9:36 fuses heavy riffs and hip hop grit—raw emotion, sharp lyrics, cinematic tension and big hooks—breaking out in rock/alt with anthems of anxiety and resilience.
Pinkshift, a rock band from Baltimore, Maryland, formed in 2019. Composed of Ashrita Kumar (vocals), Paul Vallejo (guitar), and Myron Houngbedji (drums), they are known for their pop-punk, grunge, and alt-rock sound. The band gained recognition with their song "i'm gonna tell my therapist on you." Their albums include "Love Me Forever" and "Earthkeeper." Pinkshift is celebrated for its diverse members and advocacy for authentic expression.
DeathbyRomy, born Romy Maxine Flores in Los Angeles, is an American singer-songwriter known for her dark electronic pop, blending trap, industrial, and rock with a gothic aesthetic. Her music explores themes of anxiety and existentialism. Popular songs include "Problems," a viral hit, and "BDSM." Her album "Hollywood Forever" released in 2025. She has collaborated with artists like Palaye Royale and 24kGoldn.
Fronted by Kat Leon, alt-metal and industrial pop project Holy Wars blends cinematic intensity with anthems of power and vulnerability. They have toured with Evanescence and The Warning, and performed at major rock festivals including Download and Knotfest.
Sueco, born William Henry Victor Schultz, is an American rapper, singer, and producer from Los Angeles. He first gained widespread recognition in 2019 when his debut single "Fast" went viral on TikTok, leading to a contract with Atlantic Records. His music blends elements of hip-hop, pop-punk, and alternative rock.
Los Angeles rock band Beauty School Dropout, known for heavy guitar tones and sticky pop melodies, includes members Colie Hutzler, Beepus Burdett, Bardo. Signed by A&R Mark Hoppus under Verswire.
Texas-born, Nashville-based alt-rock artist Blake Coddington, known as Letdown., crafts cathartic anthems about mental health. He released his debut EP, Crying In The Shower, in 2023. His hit singles include the top-charting tracks Hate Myself and Crying In The Shower.
Berkeley-born punk band Rancid, formed by ex-Operation Ivy members in 1991, earned fame with hits like "…And Out Come The Wolves". Known for powerful, socially-aware lyrics and enduring influence in punk rock.
Los Angeles prog/alt-metal band formed by Danny Carey, Adam Jones, Maynard James Keenan and Paul D’Amour. Breakthrough with 1996’s Ænima; Lateralus and 10,000 Days topped Billboard 200. Fear Inoculum earned Grammy noms; won 2020 Best Metal Performance.
Formed in 1988 in Omaha, Nebraska, American rock band 311 fuses reggae, hip-hop, funk, and metal. Known for hits like Down, All Mixed Up, and Amber, the multi-platinum group built a devoted following and released numerous charting albums over decades.
Formed in Huntington Beach, California, in 1999, Avenged Sevenfold (A7X) are hard rock/New Wave of American Heavy Metal pioneers with over 2B streams and 10M records sold. They’ve scored two consecutive Billboard 200 No. 1 albums and multiple No. 1 rock singles.
Transatlantic Celtic-punk institution led by Dave King & Bridget Regan; thousands of shows. Shared stages with The Chieftains & Motörhead; recorded with Steve Albini.
Alexandria, an artist from Western Australia, crafts music with an angelic voice and poetic lyrics. Her independent songwriting is a hallmark of her style. She gained recognition for her breakout track "Always an Angel," which achieved viral success through its boygenius interpolation. Her repertoire includes the song "Fire and Ice."
Tallahassee pop-rock/emo quintet Mayday Parade rose in the late-2000s emo wave with gold and platinum singles “Jamie All Over” and “Miserable At Best.” Their Sweet, Sad and Sugar trilogy spans nearly 30 songs and was released independently.
LA-based Aaron Bruno leads AWOLNATION, blending pop-friendly electronic & alt-rock; hit “Sail,” multi-platinum sales/streams, chart-topping singles & global tours.
Formed in Sacramento, Dance Gavin Dance defies categorization by blending heavy metal, hardcore punk, melodic screamo, and pop melancholy. The definitive lineup features Tilian Pearson, Jon Mess, Will Swan, Tim Feerick, and Matt Mingus. With eight studio albums, the band has built a thriving fanbase celebrating their diverse, propulsive sound.
Falling In Reverse, born from Las Vegas and led by Ronnie Radke, blends metal, melody, and hip-hop. Known for hits like “ZOMBIFIED” and collaborations with Tyler Smyth, their album Popular Monster, showcases their powerful and defiant style.
Formed in 1985, L7 is a feminist punk band blending metal and straightforward punk. The group founded the Rock for Choice nonprofit in 1991 and broke into the mainstream with their 1992 album Bricks Are Heavy, featuring the Top Ten single Pretend We're Dead.
Code Orange, from Pittsburgh, revolutionized heavy music with albums like FOREVER and UNDERNEATH. Known for blending hardcore and industrial sounds, they've earned multiple GRAMMY nominations.
Corey Taylor, Grammy winner with Slipknot, also fronts Stone Sour. Known for hits like "Before I Forget" and "Through Glass," he's authored bestsellers and acted in films. Collaborated with icons like Dave Grohl.
Fame on Fire blends rock, hip hop, and heavy music, known for their honest and bold style. Their debut album, LEVELS, showcases emotionally charged, diverse tracks.
White Reaper, a rock band formed by Tony Esposito, Ryan Hater, Hunter Thompson, Nick & Sam Wilkerson, rose with albums like "White Reaper Does It Again" & hit "Might Be Right". Known for electric live shows & opening for Pearl Jam.
Vermont-born Joe Mulherin, aka nothing,nowhere., blends emo-rap, trap, and indie rock. Known for albums like Reaper and Trauma Factory, he’s collaborated with Travis Barker, Pete Wentz, and others.
Call Me Karizma, born Morgan Parriott in New Prague, Minnesota, creates post-pop, hip-hop, and punk music. Known for honest lyrics on mental health, he transforms pain into cathartic art. Popular songs include "Rebels" and "Monster (Under My Bed)". Albums like "To Hell With Hollywood" and "Francis" showcase his acclaimed style. He has collaborated with artists such as Illenium.
Philadelphia’s Jesus Piece is known for their fierce live shows and unique blend of metal and hardcore. Led by frontman Aaron Heard's intense vocals, they deliver complex instrumentation with energetic performances.
San Diego's SeeYouSpaceCowboy, formed in 2016, mingles sasscore, punk, mathcore, and metalcore. Frontwoman Connie Sgarbossa's real-life trauma inspires their music, known for rawness and profound themes in albums like "The Romance Of Affliction."
Thousand Below’s album Buried In Jade blends metalcore, post-hardcore, modern pop, and atmospheric rock. Produced by Austin Coupe, with select tracks by Josh Gilbert (Palace Of Dread, The Quiet And Cold), and mixed by Joseph McQueen.
Jehnny Beth is the frontwoman of the Mercury Prize-nominated post-punk band Savages. Known for her solo debut To Love Is To Live, she has collaborated with Idles and Gorillaz. Alongside music, she is an actress who appeared in Anatomy of a Fall and created the TV series ECHOES.
Tallah are an experimental, loud band formed in 2018. Their concept albums include Matriphagy (2020) and The Generation Of Danger (2022). Third album Primeval: Obsession // Detachment was recorded live in Michigan with producer Josh Schroeder.
Dethklok is a Mordland-based virtual death metal band starring in the television show Metalocalypse. Formed by members Nathan Explosion, Skwisgaar Skwigelf, Toki Wartooth, William Murderface, and Pickles the Drummer, the group released chart-successful albums including The Dethalbum, Dethalbum II, Dethalbum III, and Dethalbum IV.
Boston-born JVK blends retro-glam-synth rock with empowering lyrics. Known for vibrant live shows, they've toured nationwide and earned 6 Boston/New England Music Award noms.
Based in Florida, alternative rock band Rain City Drive blends heavy post-hardcore roots with contemporary pop. Their 2020 album To Better Days featured hits like Talk to a Friend and Heavier, while their 2022 self-titled follow-up included the SiriusXM Top 5 hit Cutting it Close.
