10 Modern Metal Artists You Need To Catch At Sonic Temple 2025

With Sonic Temple lower than every week away, be sure to’ve packed your SPF and that you simply picked up these in-soles you have been that means to get on your sneakers – it is about to be 4 days of pure and utter chaos.

There are only a few tickets remaining, and it is not a shock contemplating the stacked line-up – we’re speaking Korn, Metallica, and Linkin Park as headliner. So, earlier than you pack your luggage, we wished to convey your consideration to the wave of metallic that’s following in our headliner’s footsteps and creating classics in their very own proper. Try what we expect are 10 trendy metallic artists you should catch on the pageant this yr.

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I Prevail

The Grammy-nominated laborious rock group had a tough 2024: frontman Brian Burkheiser needed to have surgical procedure as a result of issues from Eagle syndrome, a situation that straight impacts his jaw and mouth. However, the band seem like again in motion and able to completely throw the fuck down at Sonic Temple. Whereas Eric Vanlerberghe‘s in-person vocals are completely not to be missed, the band can also be recognized for his or her raunchy breakdowns, Vanlerberghe‘s random info, and their killer drummer, Gabe Helguera. We’re certain you’ll be able to come to count on basic tracks like “Bow Down,” “Unhealthy Issues,” and perhaps even “Scars.”

Wind Walkers

For individuals who need to whine about it not being ‘metallic sufficient,’ simply transfer onto the following artist. As a result of Wind Walkers actually deserve nothing however good power at their set. They acknowledge they was once heavier, however they’re in a position to combine darkish electro-pop and metallic fairly meticulously. Not possible to say they’re harking back to any in style band in the meanwhile as they pave their very own little path within the metallic scene. They nonetheless have some killer breakdowns, a pleasant riff or two, and a few crunchy soiled vocals. Their latest single, “The Finish Aesthetic,” is a must-see.

The Plot In You

The Plot In You has additionally been branching out into extra digital sounds, discovering a bizarre mix between post-punk and post-hardcore amidst electro-backgrounds. It is simple to dismiss a band for branching out from their metallic roots, however The Plot In You really feel as in the event that they’re recognized for his or her skill to strive new sounds and see what feels proper. It is a formidable feat, to be a band that’s so shamelessly and unapologetically themselves. And whereas their latest single may not be all that metallic – and leans extra into the punk class – don’t be concerned, we predict they’re going to play their hits “Fake” and “FEEL NOTHING.”

Match For A King

Intense, heavy, in your face, emotionally charged – what extra might you need from Match For A King? A very nice mix of the newer strategies which have been built-in into metallic whereas nonetheless sustaining the inner construction and integrity of the style, Match For A King‘s set is certain to be full of countless moshing, and a number of other partitions of loss of life. It is what their music requires, and deserves. Match For A King are destined to serve up performances of tracks like “TECHNIUM” – a collaboration with the aforementioned The Plot In You – and “When Every little thing Means Nothing,” a private favorite.

Arch Enemy

Arch Enemy – basic, guttural screaming, mind-twisting metallic. Their latest album launched in March of this yr to fairly widespread acclaim. Vocalist Alissa White–Gluz roars and bellows throughout 11 relentless tracks that actually do not provide you with a break. Seeking to have some bones damaged throughout a very good mosh session? Try Arch Enemy‘s set, they’re certain to go laborious with tracks like “Dream Stealer” and “Battle Everlasting” of their discography. Loads of blast-beats and thrash guitars to go round.

Asking Alexandria

One of many extra established bands on this record, Asking Alexandria did not fairly get the love they deserved for his or her 2023 launch, The place Do We Go From Right here?. A totally-conceptualised and cohesive piece of labor, it is a killer file with hit singles like “Psycho” and “Darkish Void.” However, their discography is intensive, so there is not any actual prediction to be made in regards to the setlist. “Alone In A Room” is at the moment the band’s hottest music on Spotify, and we might be mendacity if we mentioned we did not pray to no matter greater energy that it is on their setlist for Sonic Temple.

Unhealthy Omens

One of many frontrunners of our trendy metallic scene in the meanwhile, Unhealthy Omens blew the fuck up in 2022 with their file, THE DEATH OF PEACE OF MIND. After a rigorous touring schedule, the band pulled out of all of their summer time performances in 2024. Now, it looks as if the band is revving their engines to start out up once more. There is not any inkling of recent music at the moment, however Unhealthy Omens‘ distinctive file will certainly be showcased. Praying for “ARTIFICIAL SUICIDE.” They’re recognized for his or her immersive units and their inclusion of storyline all through their performances. So, lengthy story brief, it is gonna be a killer set.

Deafheaven

The black-metal experimentalist titans are contemporary off the discharge of their file, Lonely Individuals With Energy. Recognized for his or her skill to push boundaries as to what classifies as black metallic, the band began incorporating their beforehand explored shoegaze sound into their extra basic sound. Hanging some form of chord between one of many heaviest genres of metallic and one of many softest variations of rock, Deafheaven are certain to be a fully fascinating efficiency, particularly with their orchestration.

Foolish Goose

Recognized was a “rap rock nu-metal hip hop extravaganza,” Foolish Goose is actually a set that looks as if it will be fascinating to catch. The band would not take themselves too significantly, poking enjoyable at their recognition, and genuinely showing unaffected, however in a great way. Funky, bizarre, and on the market, Foolish Goose seems like an applicable identify for such an act. The band simply dropped their EP Unhealthy Behaviour in 2024. Take into consideration 90s rap combined with outdated nu-metal. It is a enjoyable time. “Unhealthy Behaviour” is an efficient observe to get acquainted with forward of a ridiculous set.

Underoath

Underoath tread this tremendous line. They’re revered in the best way that outdated metallic is, however they’re additionally extremely trendy, contemporary and new. Sure, the band have been round for some time, however with their latest file completely pushing the envelope of who Underoath is, it pushes them into the trendy sphere with their socially enraged file. For individuals who have a variety of anger about what is going on on in the meanwhile, Underoath‘s set will likely be as cathartic because it will get.