Hellfest 2026. Clisson, France. Do I love seeing incredible major headliners? Of course I do. However, this festival also gives me the chance to see if things I discovered throughout the years are as good live as they are on albums.
At the end of the year I started writing here on MetalTalk, I remember putting Blood Incantation’s then-new record in my list of albums of the year. That thing had brutality, melody, and it was really technical.
I have been meaning to see Blood Incantation since, and seeing that they were playing at Hellfest has made me very happy. Fine, call it Bogdan’s weird band of the day.
They have two massive totems with cryptic symbols on the sides of the stage. How they carry those around is anybody’s guess. And they sound like Death one minute and like Pink Floyd meets King Crimson meets Jean Michel Jarre the other.
It is seamless, very technical, and so easy to get lost in It is incredible.
The best word for this progressive Death Metal extravaganza is cinematic. With growling vocals, odd time signatures and fabulous playing, it is a great performance.
The stage is covered in blue, red or green light, and they also use stroboscopes a lot, creating that cosmic atmosphere.
All the above combined turn this into a true concert experience for those willing to listen and get lost in the music. It is funny when they announce the last song, to last “2-3 minutes”. And it’s about a quarter of an hour.
HELLFEST 2026
Prepare to be consumed by the relentless energy of the most influential bands in Heavy Metal as they ignite the Hellfest stages with blistering performances. The immersive atmosphere of Clisson will immerse you in a dark, captivating experience like no other.
With its unparalleled lineup and unwavering commitment to the spirit of metal, Hellfest 2026 promises an unforgettable journey into the depths of sonic mayhem. Read all the Heavy Metal News at MetalTalk.
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