Originally formed for the purpose of creating a "back to basics" hardcore band with heavy, metallic guitars, screaming vocals, and 30-second songs, during the past 15 years Hatebreed has triumphantly emerged as a giant in the hardcore/metalcore scene.

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This is a venue wide event. Ticket holders will be allowed entry into both the HG Ballroom and Showcase Lounge. Hatebreed, The Acacia Strain, The Casualties, Crowbar, Thy Will Be Done will be performing in the HG Ballroom. Blinded By Rage, The Glory of Armageddon, Head of the Traitor, and Caulfield will be performing in the Showcase Lounge.

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Due to reasons beyond our control, The World We Knew is no longer on the bill. Sorry for any inconvenience.

Blinded By Rage crashes stages and crushes skulls with their blend of hardcore/metal and the raw unbridled energy of their live shows. Blinded By Rage exploded upon the Vermont scene and has quickly earned themselves a dedicated following due in large part to their sensational live performances. With their unrivaled stage presence and their combination of unrelenting breakdowns and technical "old school" metal riffs, this is a band you don't want to miss.

Formed in 2008 by six local musicians, the Glory of Armageddon was founded to revolutionize the 802 hardcore scene. Bringing together a diverse array of styles, influences, and personalities, "The Glory" became something epic, heavy, and eternally brutal. After a long hibernation, working constantly to perfect their performance, "The Glory" has finally emerged. The apocalypse begins...