Festivals

On Bank Holiday Monday, the Wokingham festival put on a number of progressive bands as the sun shined and the punters raged.

Bloodstock 2024 - Häxan, in the Sophie Tent. A powerful, hard-hitting set that energises the crowd and sets the tone for an epic day. The future is very bright.@hutchie224 @pmonkhouse1 @adrianstonley @keithconlinphotography @bloodstockopenair #boa24 @haxanband

Simply Awesome - Clutch deliver a phenomenal performance at Bloodstock Festival 2024, proving their stoner blues rock is a perfect fit for Catton Park.@hutchie224 @pmonkhouse1 @adrianstonley @keithconlinphotography @bloodstockopenair #boa24 @clutchofficial

The grand finale of the UK Summer festival season at Hella Rock 2024 in Coventry, where eight bands delivered powerful performances at the iconic hmv Empire. Words And Photography: @hutchie224 @gorillariotrock @thesoulrevivalofficial @tattoomollyuk @kingkrakenuk @kbangbang666 @newgenerationsuperstars @lunakissmusic @theblackshucks @hmvempire

Stonedead Festival 2024. Doro, KK's Priest, and Saxon lead Classic Metal triumph, making Newark Showground the ultimate destination for Metal festival fans. Words: @liz_medhurst Photography: @Hutchie224 @stonedead_fest @saxon.official

Bloodstock 2024, Unleash The Archers wowed the crowd with a high-energy, riff-heavy set, proving why they’re a must-see in the world of Power Metal.@unleashthearchers @hutchie224 @pmonkhouse1 @adrianstonley @keithconlinphotography @bloodstockopenair #boa24

Red Rum. A rollicking, rum-fueled Pirate Metal performance at Bloodstock 2024, turning the Sophie Tent into a chaotic high-seas party. A festival highlight.@hutchie224 @pmonkhouse1 @adrianstonley @keithconlinphotography @bloodstockopenair #boa24 @red.rum.uk

Combichrist delivers powerful, divisive set at Bloodstock 2024, blending industrial Metal with techno beats from CMBCRST. An intense, unforgettable performance.@hutchie224 @pmonkhouse1 @adrianstonley @keithconlinphotography @bloodstockopenair #boa24 @combichrist

Bloodstock 2024. Asomvel honour Lemmy with a powerful, high-tempo rock set that gets the crowd bouncing, with tracks from their latest album and a classic cover@hutchie224 @pmonkhouse1 @adrianstonley @keithconlinphotography @bloodstockopenair #boa24 @asomvel

Bloodstock 2024, Deicide unleashes a brutal performance under the blazing sun, thrilling old-school Death Metal fans with their relentless intensity. @hutchie224 @pmonkhouse1 @adrianstonley @keithconlinphotography @bloodstockopenair #boa24 @deicideofficial

Hatebreed celebrates 30 years of Hardcore Metal with an explosive, fan-fueled set at Bloodstock 2024, delivering one of the weekend's most intense performances.@hutchie224 @pmonkhouse1 @adrianstonley @keithconlinphotography @bloodstockopenair #boa24 @hatebreedofficial

Bloodstock 2024, Opeth delivers a powerful set chosen by fans, featuring classic tracks that showcase their unique blend of Heavy and Progressive Metal.@hutchie224 @pmonkhouse1 @adrianstonley @keithconlinphotography @bloodstockopenair #boa24 @officialopeth

At Bloodstock 2024, Korpiklaani delivers a blistering 75-minute Folk Metal frenzy, making Saturday night a standout with their infectious energy and fun.@hutchie224 @pmonkhouse1 @adrianstonley @keithconlinphotography @bloodstockopenair #boa24 @official_korpiklaani

Architects headline Bloodstock 2024 with a solid metalcore performance, though they fall short of delivering a truly unforgettable show. Fans remain divided.@hutchie224 @pmonkhouse1 @adrianstonley @keithconlinphotography @bloodstockopenair #boa24 @architects

Bloodstock 2024, Tailgunner revive the power of 1980s British Heavy Metal, thrilling the crowd with a dynamic performance full of riffs, energy, and nostalgia.@hutchie224 @pmonkhouse1 @adrianstonley @keithconlinphotography @bloodstockopenair #boa24 @tailgunnerhq

Bloodstock 2024 ends with Satyricon delivering a dark and intense Black Metal performance, capping off the weekend with a haunting and unforgettable finale.@satyriconofficial @hutchie224 @pmonkhouse1 @adrianstonley @keithconlinphotography @bloodstockopenair #boa24

Amon Amarth return to Bloodstock 2024 with an explosive, fire-fueled performance, delivering a powerful Melodeath finale that leaves fans thrilled and satisfied.@amonamarth @hutchie224 @pmonkhouse1 @adrianstonley @keithconlinphotography @bloodstockopenair #boa24

Xentrix deliver powerful Thrash performance at Bloodstock 2024, playing the classic Shattered Existence album in full, leaving us electrified and eager for more.@xentrix_metal @hutchie224 @pmonkhouse1 @adrianstonley @keithconlinphotography @bloodstockopenair #boa24