Like a vampire feasting on the blood of a fresh victim. Hellfest founders Ben Barbaud and Yoann Le Nevé must be revelling in the tears and reproaches of their detractors this week. After Machine Gun Kelly Babymetal, and Foo Fighters raised eyebrows for being “not metal enough” in years gone by. We were surprised to…
Neck Deep, much like SUM 41 or Blink-182, embodies the vibe of a teenager in baggy clothes skateboarding. Thousands of metalheads were transported back to the early 2000s, seeing themselves, acne and all, listening to pop punk. Singer Ben Barlow performed nine high-energy songs to the delight of the crowd-surfers. The accessibility of their music made this concert…
Black Stone Cherry is THE reference for American Southern rock. After 20 years and 7 albums, they continue to thrill fans of the genre. Opening the festivities with Me and Mary Jane they wasted no time taking advantage of the snakepit set up for Metallica’s evening show, playing up close to the audience with Again, White…
On the second day of Hellfest 2024, sets started at 10:30am and wrapped up at 2am, with much anticipation surrounding certain performances such as Shaka Ponk, Polyphia, and Machine Head. Saint Agnes kicked off the day bright and early, as effective as a triple shot of espresso. They had the tough job of getting the festival-goers ready for the…
For metalheads around the world, Hellfest is not just a festival; it’s a pilgrimage. Nestled in the picturesque village of Clisson, France, Hellfest has evolved from a humble gathering to one of the most iconic metal festivals in the world. From legends like Metallica to underground sensations, Hellfest 2024 has been a sonic explosion, attracting…