Rock

Wednesday 13 is a horror-rock frontman and songwriter known for blending punk, heavy metal, glam and a darkly theatrical sense of fun. After gaining international attention as the vocalist for Murderdolls, he launched a long-running solo career built around vivid horror imagery and hook-heavy rock songs.

His catalog includes Transylvania 90210: Songs of Death, Dying, and the Dead, Horrifier and Mid Death Crisis. Wednesday 13 continues to tour with a high-energy show that celebrates his solo work, Murderdolls history and unmistakable “Duke of Spook” personality.

Texas Hippie Coalition bring Texas grit, country swagger and hard-rock power together in the style the band calls “Red Dirt Metal.” Led by vocalist Big Dad Ritch, the group built its reputation through years of club shows, festivals and relentless touring.

The band’s catalog pairs big riffs and heavy hooks with Southern-rock storytelling and outlaw attitude. Across a career spanning more than two decades, Texas Hippie Coalition have continued to expand that sound while staying rooted in the wild West Texas and Oklahoma spirit behind their music.

Fear Factory are Los Angeles industrial-metal innovators whose impact can be heard across generations of heavy music. The band fused tightly synchronized riffs and drums with electronic textures and a powerful contrast between aggressive and melodic vocals.

Albums including Soul of a New Machine, Demanufacture, Digimortal and Genexus helped establish Fear Factory’s cinematic, dystopian approach. After more than three decades of recordings, international touring and major festival appearances, the group remains a defining force in industrial and extreme metal.

Mushroomhead is a Cleveland alternative metal band known for blending heavy riffs, atmospheric textures and theatrical live production. Formed in the early 1990s, the group built a devoted following through its distinctive masks, independent spirit and visually intense performances.

Since releasing its self-titled debut in 1995, Mushroomhead has continued to push beyond conventional metal boundaries with a sound that brings together rock, metal and cinematic atmosphere. The band remains recognized for turning each show into a full-scale visual and musical experience.

Machine Head are a Bay Area metal band built on crushing riffs, relentless rhythm and a constant drive to evolve. Led by vocalist and guitarist Robb Flynn, the group has moved through multiple eras of heavy music while maintaining a fiercely recognizable sound.

From the landmark debut Burn My Eyes through the expansive power of The Blackening and later releases, Machine Head have paired visceral intensity with ambitious songwriting. Their recordings and commanding live shows have helped define modern metal while keeping the band relevant across generations.

Jackyl exploded out of Georgia in 1992 with a loud blend of hard rock, heavy metal and Southern-rock swagger. Led by Jesse James Dupree, the band built a reputation for no-holds-barred performances and the unmistakable chainsaw solo featured in “The Lumberjack.”

Their double-Platinum self-titled debut also delivered “I Stand Alone” and “Down on Me,” followed by decades of relentless touring, major festival appearances and new music. Jackyl’s enduring lineup continues to celebrate the fundamentals of high-energy rock ’n’ roll.

Drowning Pool are a Dallas, Texas hard-rock band known for crushing riffs, forceful rhythms and high-energy performances. The group reached listeners around the world with the enduring anthem “Bodies,” a song that remains a defining part of modern heavy-rock culture.

Across recordings and years of touring, Drowning Pool have continued to deliver direct, muscular rock built for loud rooms and engaged crowds. Their catalog and live presence keep the band connected to longtime fans while introducing their sound to new generations of rock listeners.

Saliva broke onto the hard-rock scene with “Click Click Boom” and the Grammy-nominated “Your Disease.” The band’s 2001 major-label debut, Every Six Seconds, was certified Double Platinum, followed by the Gold-certified Back Into Your System and fan favorites including “Always” and “Rest in Pieces.”

Frontman Bobby Amaru has led Saliva since 2011 through a continuing run of albums and tours. Following the 2023 loss of founding guitarist Wayne Swinny, the band has continued to honor his legacy through its music and live performances.

Bumpin Uglies are an Annapolis-based band whose sound combines reggae, punk and ska with touches of folk and bluegrass. Led by vocalist and guitarist Brandon Hardesty, the group has built its following through independent releases, constant touring and a strong DIY spirit.

The band’s music balances honest, story-driven lyrics with upbeat rhythms, punk energy and genre-crossing arrangements. Their catalog includes Go Folk Yourself, Mid-Atlantic Dub and Lyrics Over Everything, while their live schedule has included major scene festivals and their own Weekend at Wolfie’s event.