10 Trendy Steel Artists You Want To Catch At Sonic Temple 2025

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

There are only a few tickets remaining, and it isn’t a shock contemplating the stacked line-up – we’re speaking Korn, Metallica, and Linkin Park as headliner. So, earlier than you pack your baggage, we needed to convey your consideration to the wave of steel that’s following in our headliner’s footsteps and creating classics in their very own proper. Take a look at what we expect are 10 trendy steel artists you should catch on the competition this 12 months.

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I Prevail

The Grammy-nominated laborious rock group had a tough 2024: frontman Brian Burkheiser needed to have surgical procedure because of issues from Eagle syndrome, a situation that immediately impacts his jaw and mouth. However, the band look 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 possibly can come to anticipate basic tracks like “Bow Down,” “Dangerous Issues,” and possibly even “Scars.”

Wind Walkers

For many who wish to whine about it not being ‘steel 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 capable of combine darkish electro-pop and steel fairly meticulously. Unattainable to say they’re harking back to any well-liked band for the time being as they pave their very own little path within the steel 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 easy to dismiss a band for branching out from their steel roots, however The Plot In You really feel as in the event that they’re recognized for his or her means 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 steel – and leans extra into the punk class – don’t be concerned, we predict they will play their hits “Faux” and “FEEL NOTHING.”

Match For A King

Intense, heavy, in your face, emotionally charged – what extra may you need from Match For A King? A very nice mix of the newer methods which were built-in into steel whereas nonetheless sustaining the inner construction and integrity of the style, Match For A King‘s set is sure to be full of countless moshing, and a number of other partitions of demise. 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 part Means Nothing,” a private favorite.

Arch Enemy

Arch Enemy – basic, guttural screaming, mind-twisting steel. Their latest album launched in March of this 12 months to fairly widespread acclaim. Vocalist Alissa White–Gluz roars and bellows throughout 11 relentless tracks that really do not offer you a break. Seeking to have some bones damaged throughout a great mosh session? Take a look at Arch Enemy‘s set, they’re sure to go laborious with tracks like “Dream Stealer” and “Warfare Everlasting” of their discography. Loads of blast-beats and thrash guitars to go round.

Asking Alexandria

One of many extra established bands on this listing, 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 document with hit singles like “Psycho” and “Darkish Void.” However, their discography is intensive, so there is no actual prediction to be made concerning the setlist. “Alone In A Room” is at the moment the band’s hottest track on Spotify, and we might be mendacity if we stated we did not pray to no matter greater energy that it is on their setlist for Sonic Temple.

Dangerous Omens

One of many frontrunners of our trendy steel scene for the time being, Dangerous Omens blew the fuck up in 2022 with their document, 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 isn’t any inkling of latest music at the moment, however Dangerous Omens‘ distinctive document 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 document, Lonely Folks With Energy. Recognized for his or her means to push boundaries as to what classifies as black steel, 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 steel and one of many softest variations of rock, Deafheaven are sure to be a completely 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 attention-grabbing to catch. The band does 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 acceptable title for such an act. The band simply dropped their EP Dangerous Behaviour in 2024. Take into consideration 90s rap blended with outdated nu-metal. It is a enjoyable time. “Dangerous Behaviour” is an effective monitor to get acquainted with forward of a ridiculous set.

Underoath

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