2025 Lineup
The 2025 Summer Slaughter lineup boasts a diverse array of bands, each bringing their unique sound and energy to the stage. This year’s lineup includes:
- Headliner: Cannibal Corpse – A legendary death metal band known for their brutal sound and relentless live performances.
- Co-Headliner: Between the Buried and Me – Renowned for their progressive metal prowess and dynamic compositions.
- Support Acts:
- Obscura – Technical death metal maestros from Germany.
- Archspire – Canadian technical death metal band known for their rapid-fire precision.
- The Faceless – Progressive death metal innovators with a cult following.
- Inferi – Melodic death metal band with a penchant for intricate guitar work.
- Rivers of Nihil – Combining death metal with atmospheric elements for a unique soundscape.
Tour Dates
The 2025 Summer Slaughter Tour will travel across North America, providing fans in various cities the chance to experience the ultimate metal festival. Below are the confirmed tour dates:
- June 15, 2025 – Los Angeles, CA at The Wiltern
- June 17, 2025 – San Francisco, CA at The Warfield
- June 20, 2025 – Seattle, WA at Showbox SoDo
- June 23, 2025 – Denver, CO at The Fillmore Auditorium
- June 26, 2025 – Chicago, IL at House of Blues
- June 28, 2025 – Toronto, ON at Rebel
- July 1, 2025 – New York, NY at Hammerstein Ballroom
- July 3, 2025 – Philadelphia, PA at The Fillmore
- July 5, 2025 – Boston, MA at House of Blues
- July 8, 2025 – Atlanta, GA at Tabernacle
Band Highlights
Cannibal Corpse
As the headliner for the 2025 Summer Slaughter Tour, Cannibal Corpse is set to deliver a performance filled with their classic brutal death metal sound. Known for their intense live shows, the band will feature a selection of their greatest hits along with new material from their latest album. Fans can expect a setlist that spans their extensive discography, ensuring a night of relentless headbanging.
Between the Buried and Me
Co-headlining the tour, Between the Buried and Me will captivate audiences with their intricate and progressive compositions. Their ability to seamlessly blend metal with diverse influences has earned them a dedicated fanbase. Their set will likely include tracks from their critically acclaimed albums, showcasing their technical prowess and creative vision.
Obscura
German technical death metal band Obscura will bring their sophisticated sound to the stage, offering a masterclass in precision and complexity. Their live performances are known for their tight musicianship and dynamic arrangements, making them a must-see for fans of technical metal.
Archspire
Archspire’s rapid-fire delivery and jaw-dropping technical skills have cemented their status as one of the leading bands in the technical death metal scene. Their set is expected to be a whirlwind of speed and precision, leaving audiences in awe of their capabilities.
Ticket Information
Tickets for the 2025 Summer Slaughter Tour will be available for purchase starting November 1, 2024. Fans can purchase tickets through the official Summer Slaughter website and authorized ticket distributors. Early bird specials and VIP packages, which include exclusive merchandise and meet-and-greet opportunities, will also be offered. Due to the high demand for this event, fans are encouraged to secure their tickets early to avoid disappointment.
Conclusion
The 2025 Summer Slaughter Tour is shaping up to be an extraordinary event for metal fans across North America. With a lineup featuring some of the most respected and innovative bands in the scene, this year’s festival promises to deliver an unforgettable experience filled with intense performances and a sense of community among metal enthusiasts. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to witness this powerhouse of a tour—secure your tickets and prepare for a summer of metal mayhem.