Silent Theory

5 concerts

Silent Theory, from Moscow, Idaho, features the Swanger brothers, Robert James, and Dakota Elliot Tyler. Known for "Fragile Minds," "Watch Me Burn," exceeding 121M YouTube views, they charted on Billboard with "Shaking Cages." Managed by Paul Crosby, they continue to achieve success globally.

Chiodos

14 concerts

Chiodos, from Davison, MI, blend punk, metal, and melodic rock. Known for hits like "Bone Palace Ballet," they've toured with Yellowcard, Coheed & Cambria, and earned Top 15 albums.

In This Moment

3 concerts

Since 2005, In This Moment, led by Maria Brink, have captivated fans with their powerful performances. Known for hits like "Blood" and "The In-Between," the band boasts multiple Gold and Platinum singles and Top 25 Billboard entries. Their track appeared in John Wick: Chapter 4. They are celebrated for their unique blend of metal and blues influences, marked by Brink's dynamic presence and their Grammy-nominated work.

Of Virtue

25 concerts

Of Virtue, hailing from Michigan, is known for their dynamic evolution and authenticity. Sharing stages with bands like Three Days Grace, they blend melodic and ethereal elements with heavy riffs and emotional vocals. With over 50m streams and charting on Billboard, their latest album "Omen" showcases raw themes like addiction and self-destruction, solidifying their growing global influence.

Drowning Pool

20 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."

Convictions

10 concerts

Convictions, from Fremont, Ohio, are a metalcore force known for "Aggressive Worship." They tackle taboo topics with lyrical intensity, gaining international acclaim, Billboard success, and multiple Grizzly Awards. Their blend of heavy sound and deep lyrics invites reflection on life's complexities and faith.

Suffocation

15 concerts

Suffocation, formed in New York, are death metal pioneers known for balancing brutal and technical sounds. Influential albums include Effigy of the Forgotten and Breeding of the Spawn. Achieving chart success with Blood Oath, they reformed in 2004 after a split. Collaborations have been with producers like Joe Cincotta. Iconic frontman Frank Mullen retired in 2019, succeeded by Ricky Myers.

The Union Underground

21 concerts

The Union Underground, known for their nu-metal style, gained fame with their 2000 debut "Education in Rebellion." Hits like "Turn Me On 'Mr. Deadman'" and "Across the Nation" charted well, while touring with Ozzfest in 2001 boosted their profile.

Snot

13 concerts

Santa Barbara's Snot, formed in 1995 by Lynn Strait and Mike Doling, gained fame with their 1997 hardcore metal debut "Get Some." They toured Ozzfest 1998 before Strait's tragic death. Their tribute album "Strait Up" had contributions from Korn's Jonathan Davis and Limp Bizkit's Fred Durst. Members later joined Amen and Soulfly.

The Browning

27 concerts

The Browning, from Kansas City, MO, blends industrial, electronic, rock, and metal styles in hits like "Bloodlust." Acclaimed albums Hypernova and Isolation showcase their signature sound. Their album Geist represents a musical evolution, with frontman McBee streaming the creative process on Twitch, showcasing personal trials and new vocal styles.

Sleep Theory

32 concerts

Born from the fusion of hard rock and metalcore, Sleep Theory blends energetic riffs with Cullen Moore's massive vocals. Celebrated by Jelly Roll and David Draiman, they’ve toured with Shinedown, Falling In Reverse, and more. Their hits Afterglow and Paper Hearts EP showcase anthemic bangers and emotional ballads. Named an Artist to Watch by Revolver, Loudwire, and Amazon Music, they’re the fifth most-played Active Rock radio artist in just two years.

Marilyn Manson

50 concerts

Born in Canton, Ohio, Marilyn Manson, a.k.a. Brian Warner, rose to fame in the '90s with his controversial rock music, blending glam-influenced industrial metal with themes of sex, drugs, and politics. Known for hits like "The Dope Show," "The Beautiful People," and "Sweet Dreams" cover, his albums, including the triptych "Antichrist Superstar," "Mechanical Animals," and "Holy Wood," stoked cultural debates. His progressive career features collaborations with Trent Reznor and strong comeback albums in the 2010s.

Swollen Teeth

2 concerts

Swollen Teeth, known for their intense performances and unique punk-metal mix, create a primal atmosphere with heavy riffs and anthemic melodies. Collaborating with Sid Wilson and Ross Robinson, their mysterious and explosive style captivates.

Carbonstone

2 concerts

CARBONSTONE, hailing from Baltimore, merges industrial alternative metal with soaring vocals and electronic synths. Honored as 98 Rock's Band of the Month, they've shared stages with rock giants like Orgy and Drowning Pool. Their single "Echoes" gained 100k+ streams, and their upcoming album will feature Jonny Santos.

Crystal Lake

5 concerts

Crystal Lake is a Tokyo-based Japanese metalcore band known for energetic tours across USA, EU, UK, and ASIA. They host the "True North Festival" in Tokyo, and their album "HELIX" reached #83 on the Billboard Top Current Album Chart. They've toured with bands like August Burns Red and Northlane and performed at major festivals like Download and Resurrection Fest.

Crossfade

5 concerts

Crossfade, a hard rock/heavy metal band from Columbia, SC, formed in the late '90s with Ed Sloan, Mitch James, and Brian Geiger. Known for hits like "Cold," their 2004 debut went platinum. They were signed by Columbia Records and collaborated with mixer Randy Staub.

Acid Bath

17 concerts

Acid Bath, formed in 1991 in Louisiana, blended Southern gothic, psychedelic rock, and death metal. Known for their surreal lyrics and wild stage presence, they became cult icons. Despite disbanding in 1997 after bassist Audie Pitre's death, their influence endures. Members went on to form Goatwhore, Agents of Oblivion, and more.

Lamb of God

8 concerts

Lamb Of God, hailed by Guitar World as the most important metal band, noted for albums like "Omens," blend intense riffs with themes of global and personal angst.

The Plot In You

33 concerts

Ohio's The Plot In You, featuring Landon Tewers and bandmates, masterfully blends heavy music with alternative, electronic, and pop. Known for the viral hit "FEEL NOTHING" and gold-certified tracks, they've sold out shows nationwide. Their album DISPOSE and its successor Swan Song highlight their innovative sound, praised by Hysteria and Revolver.

Dayseeker

10 concerts

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.

Killswitch Engage

34 concerts

Killswitch Engage, formed in Western Massachusetts in 2000, revolutionized heavy music with European guitar pyrotechnics and East Coast hardcore. Known for albums like "Alive Or Just Breathing," which is among Decibel's "Top 100 Greatest Metal Albums of the Decade," they received GRAMMY® nominations in 2005 and 2014. Their albums "The End of Heartache" and "As Daylight Dies" achieved gold status. Their top albums include "Killswitch Engage" (2009), "Disarm The Descent" (2013), and "Incarnate" (2016). Members include Adam Dutkiewicz, Joel Stroetzel, Mike D’Antonio, Justin Foley, and Jesse Leach.

Currents

12 concerts

Currents, post-metalcore innovators known for exploring deep mental battles, garnered global acclaim with hits like "The Way It Ends," achieving 80M+ streams and packed tours alongside bands like Ice Nine Kills and Thy Art Is Murder. Their album hit No. 2 on Billboard's Hard Rock Charts.

Beartooth

44 concerts

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.

Falling In Reverse

10 concerts

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.

Carnifex

29 concerts

CARNIFEX, known for their intense deathcore style, returns with "Necromanteum," exploring supernatural themes. Vocalist Scott Ian Lewis aims to offer fans escapism.

August Burns Red

29 concerts

Pennsylvania metal band August Burns Red, known for technical proficiency and deep lyrics, has had notable success with albums like "Messengers" and "Constellations." Grammy-nominated for hits "Identity" and "Invisible Enemy," they're celebrated for tight performances and the Christmas Burns Red Festival.

The Devil Wears Prada

62 concerts

The Devil Wears Prada, formed in 2005, masterfully blends metallic sounds with hardcore spirit and melodic hooks. Known for top albums like 'Dead Throne' and the 'Zombie EP', they've hit top Billboard spots and thrilled fans with dynamic contrasts.

Catch Your Breath

8 concerts

Catch Your Breath is a Hard Rock band from Austin, Texas, known for their unique blend of synth elements and emotional songwriting. Their hit single “Dial Tone” topped charts, debuting on Sirius XM Octane radio and reaching #7 on Billboard's Hot Hard Rock Songs. They've toured with Falling in Reverse and been featured on Knotfest.com, further connecting with fans.

Taproot

1 concert

Formed in 1997 in Ann Arbor, Taproot is known for their blend of new metal and art metal. Their 2002 album "Welcome" featured hits like "Poem," selling over 500,000 copies. They've toured with Deftones, Incubus, and Linkin Park, and collaborated with Billy Corgan and Nick Hexum. Vocalist Stephen Richards appeared on Linkin Park’s remix album. Notable singles include "Calling" and "Fractured," with top Active Rock Chart placements. After several albums and a hiatus, they reformed in 2023.

Five Finger Death Punch

4 concerts

Five Finger Death Punch, a top global hard rock act signed to Better Noise Music, have 25 top 10 hits and 15 #1 singles. Known for hits like "AfterLife," they sell out arenas worldwide, have achieved Gold/Platinum certifications, and received the prestigious Soldier Appreciation Award, joining only Elvis Presley in this honor.

DRAIN

6 concerts

Santa Cruz's DRAIN, led by Sammy Ciaramitaro, merges hardcore energy with relatability and catchiness. They're renowned for chaotic, engaging concerts.

Slaughter to Prevail

4 concerts

Slaughter to Prevail, led by Alex Terrible and Jack Simmons, blend dark lyrics with powerful riffs. Known for their dynamic deathcore style on "Kostolom" and "Misery Sermon."

Kittie

7 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.

Three Days Grace

40 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.

The Amity Affliction

35 concerts

The Amity Affliction, formed in 2002 in Brisbane, is an Aussie metalcore band known for emo-tinged, confessional lyrics. Albums like Chasing Ghosts and This Could Be Heartbreak topped Australian charts. They collaborated with artists like Louie Knuxx and Andrew Neufeld. The band is celebrated for its powerful live performances and topped the ARIA charts multiple times.

Knocked Loose

12 concerts

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.

Parkway Drive

52 concerts

Parkway Drive, formed in 2003, is an Australian metal band known for high-octane breakdowns and McCall's signature bark. With six Gold albums and festival-headlining stature, they've transformed creatively, redefining heavy music with "Darker Still."

Slipknot

11 concerts

Slipknot, born in Des Moines, Iowa, revolutionized metal with their 1999 debut. Known for jaw-clenching riffs and Ross Robinson's production, they achieved instant classic status with hits like "Wait and Bleed." Celebrated for fresh ideas and detailed songcraft, their success led to sold-out shows and tours. Founding member Clown emphasizes their ongoing evolution, hinting at future surprises.

Colorblind

4 concerts

Austin-based dreamcore band COLORBLIND captivates with ascendant vocals and heavy riffs, gaining 28M streams. Known for "Motionless" and "Needle Eye" for Solid State/Tooth & Nail.

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Sat, 1:00 PM Jul 19 2025	Inkcarceration Music and Tattoo Festival with Marilyn Manson, Slipknot, Slaughter to Prevail and many more - Saturday Only The Ohio State Reformatory - Mansfield, OH	$273
Sun, 7:59 PM Jul 20 2025	Inkcarceration Music and Tattoo Festival - Sunday Only The Ohio State Reformatory - Mansfield, OH	$241

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