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Melvins

5 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.

Boris

10 concerts

Japanese sludge/doom rock trio Boris formed in the early ’90s, known for experimental, concept-heavy albums like Absolutego and Flood. They’ve collaborated with Sunn O))) (Altar), Merzbow (Gensho), and Uniform (Bright New Disease).

mr.phylzzz

Formed in late 2015, mr.phylzzz builds a heavy wall of noise with hooky riffs and melodic vocals. In 2019 they were picked up by Amphetamine Reptile Records, featured on Dope Guns n Fucking In the Streets Vol 14, and released albums Penitent Curtis, Cancel Culture Club, and Fat Chance.