Sunday at Riot Fest brought an intense mix of metal, mud, and mayhem. Kicking off the day, Games We Play performed a lively set, though it was a bit of déjà vu for those who caught their aftershow with State Champs the night before. Lamb of God turned things up several notches, blasting the crowd with…
Saturday at Riot Fest began with a trip back to the roots of punk rock as the Buzzcocks took the stage. Despite the decades that have passed since their formation, their set was filled with youthful energy, proving their music still resonates. Classics like “Ever Fallen in Love” brought a wave of nostalgia, with the…
With the movement of venues, uncertain was the main emotion when I first entered the Riot Fest 2024 gates. After wandering through to “Riot Land”, it became clear that Riot Fest listened to the asks of their fans. We saw the return of the Hellzapoppin Circus Sideshow, more photo-ops/decor, faux “buildings”, and more things to…
