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Sonic Temple Art + Music Festival with KISS, Rival Sons, and more

May 25, 2023  ·  Historic Crew Stadium, Columbus, OH Historic Crew Stadium, Columbus, OH

Sonic Temple Art + Music Festival
May 25
Sonic Temple Art + Music Festival
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Rival Sons, lauded rockers, rose with albums like FERAL ROOTS, earning Grammy nods. Hits like “Do Your Worst” topped charts. Known for touring with legends like Black Sabbath and The Rolling Stones.
Welsh metal band Bullet For My Valentine, known for defining British metalcore with their debut, "The Poison," has sold over 3 million albums globally.
Knocked Loose, from Louisville, are known for their relentless hardcore sound. Over a decade, visits to Coachella and Bonnaroo, and the album "You Won’t Go Before You’re Supposed To," they’ve won acclaim for their unyielding intensity and potential.
Brighton-based Tigercub, led by Jamie Hall, are recognized for their heavy rock style. Their breakout work includes reimagined soundscapes and hits like "Swoon".
Formed in 1999 in Huntington Beach, CA, Avenged Sevenfold (A7X) leads modern hard rock with over 2 billion streams and 10 million records sold. Known for their intense, melodic style, they've topped Billboard charts with hits, constantly evolving in the New Wave Of American Heavy Metal.
Starcrawler, LA rock band known for dynamic shows and Hollywood Babylon vibe, echoes X and The Rolling Stones. Praised by Elton John, Iggy Pop. Opened for Beck, Foo Fighters. Innovating rock with a fresh edge.
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.
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.
Aaron Bruno, leader of AWOLNATION, blends pop-friendly electronic and alt-rock, earning millions of sales and streams. Known for hits like "Sail," he self-releases music and leads The Barbarians of California.
Senses Fail, from Ridgewood, NJ, blend emo, screamo, and post-hardcore. Frontman Buddy Nielsen leads with resilience. Their debut, "Let It Enfold You," went Gold.
Formed in Venice, California, Suicidal Tendencies, led by Mike Muir, became influential in skatepunk and thrash metal. Known for "Institutionalized" and "You Can't Bring Me Down," their albums include a gold-certified "Lights, Camera, Revolution." They collaborated with Robert Trujillo and explored funk metal with Infectious Grooves. Despite lineup changes, they continued to release music and leave a lasting legacy in punk and metal scenes.
Proud Kentucky rockers Black Stone Cherry, known for emotive pop-rock hooks and headbanging riffs, return triumphantly with their eighth album, "Screamin’ At The Sky."
Philadelphia's Varials blend metal and hardcore for hits like "Romance" with 3M+ Spotify streams. Known for intense live shows with bands like All That Remains and critical acclaim from Decibel.
Pennywise, from Hermosa Beach, CA, is a legendary punk band known for their energetic anthems like "Same Old Story" and "Bro Hymn." Their sound blends subversion and celebration, capturing the essence of California and making them a staple on SoCal radio and global festivals. With members Jim Lindberg, Fletcher Dragge, Byron McMackin, and Randy Bradbury, they've collaborated with producer Cameron Webb.
Giovannie & The Hired Guns, from Stephenville, TX, blend rock and country with raw emotion. Known for electrifying live shows, they've amassed millions of streams organically.
Born from a small town's fascination with gothic themes, Black Veil Brides blends hard rock and heavy metal. Revered for anthems of empowerment, they have a global fanbase.
Dayseeker blends post-hardcore with '80s synthpop in their 5th LP, "Dark Sun." Known for their unique style, the band collaborates with producer Daniel Braunstein.
Yelawolf, from Gadsden, Alabama, is a Nashville-based artist and Slumerican founder known for Radioactive and gold-certified Love Story with hits “Till It’s Gone” and “Best Friend” featuring Eminem. He has collaborated with Ed Sheeran, Travis Barker, A$AP Rocky, and blink-182. He created a merchandise empire, a whiskey brand, and appeared on Jimmy Kimmel LIVE! and in Peanut Butter Falcon.
Trivium, from Orlando, Florida, emerged in the early 21st century blending metalcore, thrash, and prog metal. Known for relentless touring, their breakthrough came with "Ascendancy" in 2005. "Shogun" (2008) highlighted narrative storytelling, while "The Sin and the Sentence" (2017) was acclaimed. Collaborations include producer David Draiman on "Vengeance Falls" (2013). Notable albums: "What the Dead Men Say" (2020), "In the Court of the Dragon" (2021). Frequent lineup changes, but core members include Matt Heafy and Paolo Gregoletto.
Ohio-based powerhouse BEARTOOTH, known for their unique blend of hard rock and hardcore, gained fame with hits like “The Past is Dead” and “Fed Up.” Their album Below topped charts in 2021. With over 900 million streams, they deliver emotional confessions through electrifying noise-rock chaos. Rolling Stone named them a must-know new artist, and their latest single “Riptide” epitomizes their battle with mental health and self-acceptance.
Malevolence, a metal band from Sheffield, UK, shines among heavy metal's elites. Known for their hard-hitting style and global tours including major festivals like Download and Knotfest.
Puscifer, an electro-rock band from Arizona, consists of Maynard James Keenan, Mat Mitchell, and Carina Round. Known for theatrical live shows and tracks like "Existential Reckoning," they debuted on Mr. Show. They’ve played Coachella and Bonnaroo, collaborating with artists like Greg Edwards and Gunnar Olsen, creating an immersive concert experience.
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.
From Dortmund, Germany, heavy metal band Angel Dust, founded in the '80s, transitioned from thrash to British power metal. Known for hits like "Bleed" and significant albums including "Into the Dark Past," they revived in 1998 under Century Media, toured extensively, and garnered a dedicated fanbase. Collaborations in the band include Dirk Thurisch and Bernd Aufermann.
Nova Twins are a groundbreaking UK rock duo, praised by Tom Morello and Elton John. Known for their electric live shows and innovative sound, they are the first Black rock band shortlisted for the Mercury Music Prize. They’ve shared the stage with Foo Fighters, Muse, and Bring Me The Horizon, dominating festivals worldwide.
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.”
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.
Formed in NYC, The Pretty Reckless debuted in 2010 with hits like "Heaven Knows." Achieved Billboard success & toured with Guns N’ Roses. Known for breaking records & significant TV appearances.
Dorothy Martin, born in Budapest and raised in San Diego, is the rock powerhouse behind DOROTHY. Known for fusing raw emotion, gospel undertones, and rock, she gained fame with hits like “Raise Hell.” Her albums, including "The Way" featuring Slash, showcase personal, genre-bending tracks. With anthems exploring faith and rebirth, Dorothy has collaborated with legends and built a global fanbase.
Converge's Jacob Bannon led the legendary hardcore band's collaboration with Chelsea Wolfe, Ben Chisholm, and Steve Brodsky on the grand album "Bloodmoon: I."
Belgian band Brutus, formed in Leuven in 2013 by Stefanie, Stijn, and Peter, blends post-rock, metal, and hardcore punk. Famous for their unique sound and the debut album BURST. Their music features intense vocals and dynamic instrumentals.
Chicago-based Born of Osiris transitioned from deathcore to a technical death metal/metalcore blend, with hits like "Tomorrow We Die Alive." Known for twin-guitar leads and psychedelic keyboards, they've charted in the U.S. and collaborated with Nick Sampson. Key releases include "Soul Sphere" and "Angel or Alien."
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."
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.
India's Bloodywood blends metal with Indian folk, using Dhol, flute, and Tumbi. Known for thunderous Hindi/Punjabi choruses and powerful rap verses.
Vended, known for their raw energy and authentic heavy music style, delivers a bold, passionate sound. Their debut album showcases rapid growth and an engaging, visceral experience.
Sublime with Rome, a California ska alternative rock group formed in 2010 by Rome Ramirez, Eric Wilson, and Bud Gaugh, is known for hits like "Santeria" and "What I Got." They collaborated with Slightly Stoopid on "Cool & Collected" and toured 27 cities in 2023. The group, with new drummer Joe Tomino, released the EP Tangerine Skies, featuring talents like Neal Avron and Gabrial McNair. Their final self-titled album celebrates a 15-year journey.
Rob Zombie, born in Haverhill, MA, transitioned from White Zombie's frontman to a successful solo artist known for blending metal with horror and B-movie flair. His solo debut, *Hellbilly Deluxe*, solidified his name with hits like *The Sinister Urge* and *Educated Horses*. Known for directing cult horror films like *House of 1000 Corpses* and *The Devil's Rejects*, he collaborated with artists such as Ozzy Osbourne and Marilyn Manson. Zombie remains a prominent figure in both music and film, most recently with 2021’s *The Lunar Injection Kool Aid Eclipse Conspiracy*.
Formed in Sacramento in 1988, Deftones are a GRAMMY®-winning band known for the platinum albums Adrenaline, Around The Fur, and White Pony. They've sold 10M records, topped charts, and launched the Dia De Los Deftones festival.
Chevelle, the Chicago alternative rock trio with brothers Pete and Sam Loeffler, boasts 7 #1 hits, 17 top 10 songs, and multiple platinum albums, making rock history.
Oxymorrons from NYC blend rock and hip-hop, best known for hits like “Enemy”. Celebrated for defying genre norms, they've gained acclaim from Guitar World and BBC Radio 1, and toured with Bad Omens and nothing, nowhere.
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.

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