Throwdown at the Campground with Nonpoint, Butcher Babies, and more

Nonpoint: nu-metal/rap-rock standouts led by frontman Elias Soriano; co-founded by drummer Robb Rivera. Renowned, high-energy live shows with Rasheed Thomas.

Butcher Babies, formed in Los Angeles, California, is a heavy metal band known for aggressive live shows and dual female vocals. Their sound blends metalcore, groove, and thrash, influenced by Wendy O. Williams. Albums like *Goliath*, *Take It Like a Man*, *Lilith*, and the double album *Eye for an Eye… / …'Til the World's Blind* have charted on Billboard. Vocalist Heidi Shepherd has collaborated with other artists, showcasing their dynamic presence in metal.

Ann Arbor, MI nu/alt-metal band (formed 1997): Taproot’s Atlantic LPs Gift & Welcome (500k+; “Poem,” “Mine” 50M+ streams), Ozzfest, tours w/ Deftones, Linkin Park; “Calling” w/ Jonah Matranga + Billy Corgan.