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, and The World We Knew will be performing in the HG Ballroom. The Showcase Lounge lineup will be announced soon. Stay tuned for details.

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...