Grammy-nominated alternative hard rock pioneers Papa Roach are known for hits like Last Resort and their mental health advocacy. With eleven studio albums, including Ego Trip on their own New Noize Records, they have achieved 26 Top-10 hits and 12 number-one singles.
Formed in London by Brian Molko and Stefan Olsdal, Placebo is an alternative rock band known for blending glam, goth, and electronic undertones. Rising to fame in the 1990s with hits like Nancy Boy, the group gained a dedicated international following and collaborated with David Bowie.
Grammy-winning rock band Evanescence is best known for their diamond-certified debut album Fallen and hit singles Bring Me to Life and My Immortal. Fronted by Amy Lee, the group achieved critical and commercial success in the 21st century.
Formed in 2004 by Los Angeles DJs Justin Warfield and Adam Bravin, She Wants Revenge is a post-punk duo known for their moody sound. They released their self-titled debut in 2006, followed by This Is Forever and Valleyheart.
Formed in 2000 in Belton, Texas, hard rock band Flyleaf is known for soaring vocals by Lacey Sturm and potent anthems balancing despair and hope. Their 2005 platinum debut spawned hits like I'm So Sick and All Around Me. After various lineup changes and a hiatus, Sturm rejoined for a 2022 reunion.
KORN is a pioneering rock, alternative, and metal band featuring vocalist Jonathan Davis, guitarists James Munky Shaffer and Brian Head Welch, bassist Reginald Fieldy Arvizu, and drummer Ray Luzier. They have sold 40 million albums and won two GRAMMYS.
Founded in Chicago by Al Jourgensen, Ministry pioneered industrial music, evolving from 1980s synth-pop to a harsh, stylized sound on seminal albums like The Land of Rape and Honey. The band earned six Grammy nominations, peaking mainstream success with Psalm 69.
Formed in San Diego, P.O.D. fused nu-metal and rap rock with reggae grooves to earn multi-platinum success and Grammy nods. Renowned for chart-toppers like "Alive" and "Youth of the Nation," the band delivers crushing riffs across powerhouse albums from "Satellite" to "Veritas."
Formed in Paris in 1984 by Sascha Konietzko and Udo Sturm, industrial metal pioneers KMFDM are led by Konietzko and known for techno-metal anthems, provocative messaging, and propaganda-styled art. Relocating to the U.S., they built a major following with albums like Nihil and Angst.
Lacuna Coil is a heavy music band featuring founding songwriter Marco Coti Zelati. They are known for landmark albums like Comalies and milestone releases such as Sleepless Empire. Their career includes collaborations with Ash Costello and Randy Blythe.
Multi-platinum rock band Hoobastank earned three Grammy nominations for their hit The Reason. Known for blending rock and pop, the group released their sixth studio album, Push Pull, produced by Matt Wallace, featuring tracks like Push Pull and More Beautiful.
Formed in Atlanta in 1994, Sevendust is a hard rock quintet known for rumbling grooves, unpredictable riffs, and soulful vocals. They have sold seven million albums, earned three gold certifications, and received a Grammy nomination for Best Metal Performance.
The Sisters Of Mercy, formed in Leeds, England in 1980, are pioneers of gothic rock and post-punk. Known for Andrew Eldritch's baritone vocals and their iconic drum machine, Doktor Avalanche, they shaped the genre with albums like "First and Last and Always," "Floodland," and "Vision Thing." Popular songs include "This Corrosion" and "Temple of Love." They are celebrated for their distinctive sound and influential stage presence.
The Birthday Massacre is a Canadian gothic and electronic rock band formed in 1999. They gained widespread recognition with their 2005 breakout album Violet. Known for blending eerie melodies with heavy riffs, their notable releases include Under Your Spell, Diamonds, and the Billboard-charting album Fascination.
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.
Spiritbox is a Canadian heavy metal band formed in 2017 by vocalist Courtney LaPlante and guitarist Mike Stringer. They blend metalcore, djent, and progressive metal with electronic and R&B influences. Known for hits like "Holy Roller" and their debut album "Eternal Blue", they released their second album, "Tsunami Sea", in March 2025. In 2026, Spiritbox received a Grammy nomination for "Soft Spine" and is currently touring.
Incubus, a renowned alternative band from Los Angeles, featuring Brandon Boyd, Mike Einziger, and more, are celebrated for hits like "Drive" and iconic albums like "Morning View." With over 23 million albums sold and numerous Top 5 Billboard 200 debuts, they are known for boundary-pushing sound and rapturous live shows, including their Hollywood Bowl performance.
Formed with a ferocious yet dreamlike sonic identity, Deftones have released nine studio albums, including their debut Adrenaline, White Pony, Diamond Eyes, and Ohms, which earned two Grammy nominations. The band features Chino Moreno, Stephen Carpenter, Abe Cunningham, and Frank Delgado.
Chicago alternative rock trio Chevelle has 7 number one hits, 17 top 10 songs, and over 4 million U.S. records sold. Albums La Gargola and The North Corridor hit #1 on Billboard rock; band includes brothers Pete Loeffler and Sam Loeffler.
U.K. band Killing Joke, pioneers in punk & industrial music, known for hits like "Wardance." Famed for heavy, arty style & collaborations with Dave Grohl. Influential across genres with controversial imagery.
Soulfly, formed in Phoenix, Arizona in 1997 by Max Cavalera (ex-Sepultura), blends groove, thrash, and death metal with Brazilian tribal and world music. Known for hits like "Jumpdafuckup" and "Bleed," their debut album achieved gold status. They feature diverse collaborations and offer powerful riffs, with "Chama" (2025) among their acclaimed works.
Formed in Britain in 1991, Cradle of Filth is an extreme metal band known for theatrical concerts and a musical evolution from black metal toward gothic and symphonic styles. Fronted by Dani Filth, they released charting albums like Damnation and a Day and Hammer of the Witches.
Formed in Los Angeles in 1994, alternative metal band Coal Chamber rose from the local scene with a heavy, detuned sound. They released their self-titled debut in 1997, followed by Chamber Music and Dark Days, before disbanding in 2003 and later returning with 2015's Rivals.
L.A. rap-metal pioneers Body Count, formed by Ice-T & Crenshaw High pal Ernie C; sparked debate with “Cop Killer,” hit with “Body Count”; Grammy 2021.
Formed in Riverside, California in 1996, Alien Ant Farm blends nu-metal, post-grunge, and punk-pop. They achieved mainstream success with their 2001 cover of Michael Jackson's Smooth Criminal, which topped the Billboard Alternative Songs charts.
Mr. Bungle, formed in Eureka, CA, merges experimental metal, funk, and jazz, with notable albums like "Disco Volante." After a 1999 hiatus, they reunited in 2020 with Anthrax guitarist Scott Ian and ex-Slayer drummer Dave Lombardo to revamp their 1986 demo, gaining renewed acclaim.
New World Festival, originating in Las Vegas, is a major music event known for its diverse blend of alternative, metal, and hard rock. Debuting in 2023, it brings together a wide array of genres, including nu-metal, goth, and hardcore punk. The festival is celebrated for its immersive atmosphere, uniting music, culture, and community with a powerful, multi-sensory experience.
