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Wardruna: Norway's Masters of Nordic Folk Ritual

From Bergen, Norway, the masters of Nordic folk, Wardruna, will bring their spiritual soundscape to Rockstadt Extreme Fest 2025. The project of mastermind Einar Selvik, their music is a deeply atmospheric and authentic journey into Norse mythology, created using a vast array of historical instruments like the tagelharpa, goat horn, and deer-hide frame drums.

With their acclaimed Runaljod trilogy, Wardruna has captivated the world. Their live performance is not merely a concert but a powerful and hypnotic ritual, promising an immersive and unforgettable experience for the Rockstadt audience.

Bloodbath: Legends of Old School Death Metal

Sweden’s Bloodbath are undisputed masters of old school death metal savagery. Founded by members of Katatonia, Opeth, and Edge of Sanity, the band pays ferocious homage to the classic Florida and Stockholm death metal scenes.

Fronted by Nick Holmes (Paradise Lost), Bloodbath unleashed 2022’s Survival of the Sickest—a brutal return to gore-drenched, zombie-fueled carnage. With crushing riffs, venomous vocals, and guest spots from legends like Barney Greenway (Napalm Death), Bloodbath remain a terrifying force in extreme metal.

Static-X: The Resurrection of Evil Disco

The resurrection of "Evil Disco" arrives at Rockstadt Extreme Fest 2025 as the legendary Static-X takes the stage. As pioneers of the late 90s industrial nu-metal scene, their sound is an iconic blend of electronic pulses and chugging, groovy riffs. The current lineup, fronted by the mysterious "Xero," serves as a powerful tribute to their late, great frontman, Wayne Static.

With their landmark album Wisconsin Death Trip as a cornerstone of the genre, their legacy is secure. Expect their show at Rockstadt to be a high-energy celebration of their classic hits and the enduring memory of Wayne Static.

Paleface Swiss: Switzerland's Face-Melting Beatdown Kings

From Switzerland, the face-meltingly heavy Paleface Swiss will bring their beatdown onslaught to Rockstadt Extreme Fest 2025. As a leader in the new wave of aggression, their sound is a punishing and violent fusion of deathcore's technical brutality with the slow, ignorant groove of beatdown hardcore, all led by Marc "Zelli" Zellweger's monstrous gutturals.

With their acclaimed album Fear & Dagger causing chaos worldwide, their rise has been meteoric. Prepare for their set at Rockstadt to be an explosive and relentlessly heavy display of modern extremity, guaranteed to ignite the pit.

Dope: New York's Industrial Nu-Metal Veterans

The industrial nu-metal veterans Dope will bring their signature sound from New York City to Rockstadt Extreme Fest 2025. As a classic act from the genre's late 90s boom, their music is a straightforward and aggressive blend of industrial metal grooves, chugging riffs, and raw hard rock attitude, all commanded by founder Edsel Dope.

With their classic album Felons and Revolutionaries standing as a testament to their era, Dope remains a powerful force. Their performance at Rockstadt promises to be a high-energy dose of pure, unapologetic industrial metal nostalgia.

Mimi Barks: The Queen of Doom Trap

The queen of "Doom Trap," Mimi Barks, will unleash her unique sonic fury at Rockstadt Extreme Fest 2025. Hailing from Germany, she has forged a singular path with her aggressive and futuristic sound, blending the heavy bass of trap, the harsh textures of industrial noise, and the raw fury of metal screams into an abrasive and captivating whole.

With acclaimed releases like her DEADGIRL mixtape, Mimi Barks is one of the most exciting new voices in alternative music. Her live show at Rockstadt is sure to be an intense, confrontational, and unforgettable solo performance.

Sepultura: Brazil's Legendary Metal Icons

In what will be a truly historic moment, the legendary Brazilian icons Sepultura will perform at Rockstadt Extreme Fest 2025 as part of their final farewell tour. As one of the most important and influential heavy metal bands of all time, they pioneered a tribal-infused style of groove/thrash that changed the face of metal forever.

With world-changing albums like Chaos A.D. and Roots, their legacy is beyond measure. Their "Celebrating Life Through Death" performance at Rockstadt is a final chance to witness these titans in action and celebrate their monumental contribution to music.

Dirty Shirt: Romania's Own Folkcore Metal Carnival

Romania's own Dirty Shirt will bring their unique folkcore metal carnival to Rockstadt Extreme Fest 2025. Hailing from Maramureș, this beloved local act is famous for their incredibly fun and energetic fusion of modern metalcore and crossover with the vibrant sounds of traditional Romanian folk music, funk, ska, and electro.

With a reputation built on albums like Freak Show, Dirty Shirt is a testament to musical creativity. Their live performance at Rockstadt is guaranteed to be a wild, joyful, and uniquely Romanian party that will have the entire audience dancing and singing along.

Agnostic Front: The Godfathers of New York Hardcore

The undisputed godfathers of New York Hardcore, Agnostic Front, will bring their legacy to Rockstadt Extreme Fest 2025. For over four decades, they have defined the sound and ethics of NYHC, delivering raw, fast, and aggressive punk with a metallic edge, all fueled by street-level lyrics about struggle and unity.

With genre-defining albums like Victim in Pain, their influence on both punk and metal is immeasurable. Their performance at Rockstadt will be more than a show; it will be a powerful and authentic history lesson from the legends who started it all.

Attila: Atlanta's Infamous Party Metalcore Crew

Atlanta's infamous party starters, Attila, are bringing their chaotic sound to Rockstadt Extreme Fest 2025. Known for their controversial, tongue-in-cheek lyrics and "no-rules" attitude, their music is a heavy and bouncy blend of deathcore and nu-metal, all driven by frontman Chris "Fronz" Fronzak's signature rapid-fire vocal delivery.

With hit albums like About That Life, Attila has always done things their own way. Expect their set at Rockstadt to be a wild, confrontational, and unapologetically fun party for those who came to get heavy and lose their minds.

Party Cannon: The Kings of Party Slam

From Scotland, the undisputed kings of "Party Slam," Party Cannon, will crash Rockstadt Extreme Fest 2025. With their colorful, unreadable logo and absurd themes, they inject a massive dose of fun into the ultra-brutal slam genre. But don't be fooled by the theme—the music is still incredibly heavy, guttural, and full of ignorant, bone-breaking slams.

With albums like Bong Hit Hospitalisation and a reputation for chaos, they have a massive cult following. Their performance at Rockstadt will be a ridiculously fun and surprisingly brutal experience that proves death metal doesn't always have to be so serious.

Marduk: Sweden's Panzer Division of Black Metal

The infamous Panzer Division of Swedish black metal, Marduk, will bring their blitzkrieg to Rockstadt Extreme Fest 2025. As one of the most iconic and relentless bands in the genre, their sound is a pure, no-frills assault: ultra-fast, abrasive, and blasphemous black metal often centered on themes of war, death, and anti-religion.

With genre-defining albums like the legendary Panzer Division Marduk, their reputation for pure extremity is well-earned. Expect their performance at Rockstadt to be an overwhelming and punishing display of raw, uncompromising black metal warfare.

Terrorizer: The Legendary Godfathers of Grindcore

The legendary godfathers of grindcore, Terrorizer, will perform at Rockstadt Extreme Fest 2025. Featuring pioneering drummer Pete Sandoval, their debut album, World Downfall, is universally considered one of the most important and influential records in the history of extreme music, setting the template for the blast beat and deathgrind for decades to come.

This is a rare opportunity to witness a foundational piece of metal history. Their performance at Rockstadt, playing their classic material, will be a punishing and historic lesson in the origins of pure, unadulterated grind.

Dying Fetus: Maryland's Riff-Slamming Death Metal Trio

From Maryland, USA, the legendary Dying Fetus will bring their technical brutality to Rockstadt Extreme Fest 2025. For decades, they have been a benchmark for quality in extreme music, known for their unique and influential blend of jaw-dropping technical musicianship with punishing, hard-hitting, slam-style grooves and neck-snapping breakdowns.

With a legacy built on albums like Destroy the Opposition, they are true masters of their craft. Their live performance at Rockstadt will be a stunning and visceral display of technicality and pure, bone-breaking heaviness that never fails to impress.

Swallow The Sun: Finland's Masters of Melancholic Doom

From the melancholic heart of Finland, Swallow The Sun will bring their sorrowful beauty to Rockstadt Extreme Fest 2025. As one of the foremost bands in the melodic death/doom genre, their music is an incredibly atmospheric and emotional journey, blending heavy, crushing doom riffs with beautiful melodies and a profound sense of gothic despair.

With masterpieces like When a Shadow Is Forced into the Light, their music is a vessel for catharsis. Their performance at Rockstadt promises to be a deeply immersive and emotionally heavy experience, enveloping the audience in a beautiful and tragic soundscape.

Draconian: Sweden's Champions of Gothic Doom Metal

From Sweden, the champions of classic gothic doom metal, Draconian, will grace the stage at Rockstadt Extreme Fest 2025. Their sound is the epitome of the genre, defined by the "beauty and the beast" interplay of ethereal, clean female vocals and deep, harsh male growls. Their music is slow, heavy, romantic, and steeped in melancholic atmosphere.

With beloved albums like Arcane Rain Fell in their repertoire, they are masters of their craft. Their performance at Rockstadt will be a powerful and emotionally charged journey into the beautiful darkness of true gothic doom.

And So I Watch You From Afar: Ireland's Uplifting Post-Rock Virtuosos

From Belfast, Northern Ireland, the instrumental virtuosos And So I Watch You From Afar will bring their unique sound to Rockstadt Extreme Fest 2025. Unlike many of their post-rock peers, their music is overwhelmingly joyful and energetic. It's a complex and beautiful tapestry of intricate, interlocking guitar parts, driving rhythms, and uplifting melodies.

With a discography full of acclaimed albums like Gangs, their music is pure, infectious energy. Their live performance at Rockstadt promises to be an incredibly fun, dynamic, and life-affirming instrumental experience that will have everyone moving.

Nasty: Europe's Kings of Beatdown Hardcore

Europe's undisputed kings of beatdown hardcore, Nasty, will bring their aggression to Rockstadt Extreme Fest 2025. Hailing from Belgium and Germany, their sound is the definition of ignorant heaviness: simple, punishing, groove-laden hardcore with slow, violent breakdowns designed for maximum chaos in the pit, all delivered with pure, unfiltered attitude.

With albums like Menace solidifying their reign, Nasty offers no apologies and no compromise. Expect their set at Rockstadt to be an aggressive, confrontational, and physically intense display from the true masters of European beatdown.

Am Fost La Munte Și Mi-a Plăcut: Romania’s Post-Rock Explorers

Am Fost La Munte Și Mi-a Plăcut (I Went to the Mountain and I Liked It) deliver an immersive blend of post-rock, post-metal, prog, and stoner grooves. Known for riff-driven soundscapes recalling Pelican, Cloudkicker, and Russian Circles, the Romanian five-piece crafts bold, textured instrumentals.

With three albums and several EPs behind them, they unveil I Went To The Mountain (2025) via dunk!records and A Thousand Arms—a heavy, experimental take on the genre. Catch them live performing the record in full on their current European tour.

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