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Musicians energetically perform on stage; one plays bass, another sings into a mic. Spotlights illuminate the scene. Emotional and vibrant setting.

Manitoba Metalfest 2026 Afterparty: Bat Sabbath

On May 9, 2026, to close out the 20th anniversary of Manitoba Metalfest, Bat Sabbath tore apart Sidestage.

Samuel Stevens

3 days ago

Band performing on stage at Manitoba Metalfest with a cheering crowd. Smoky atmosphere, speakers visible, and event posters in the background.

Manitoba Metalfest 2026 Night 2: Gatecreeper, Spectral Wound, Prowl, Eternal, Maul, and Nocturnal Departure

On May 9, 2026, Manitoba Metalfest saw sets from Gatecreeper, Spectral Wound, Prowl, Eternal, Maul, and Nocturnal Departure.

Samuel Stevens

4 days ago

Bearded musician plays white guitar under stage lights, wearing a cap. Tattooed arms visible, with a focused expression.

Manitoba Metalfest 2026 Night 1: Cancer Bats, Crowbar, Art of Attrition, Misyrion, Skullnectar, and Low Fuel

On May 8, 2026, Manitoba Metalfest saw sets from Cancer Bats, Crowbar, Art of Attrition, Misyrion, Skullnectar, and Low Fuel.

Samuel Stevens

5 days ago

Close-up of a smiling person with hands near their mouth against a red background. Text reads "UNADULTERATED" and "AN ALBUM BY ROMAN CANDLE."

Roman Candle - Unadulterated

Hardcore outfit Roman Candle have readied their debut album, Unadulterated, for release on April 24, 2026, via Sumerian Records.

Samuel Stevens

Apr 21

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UnityTX - Somewhere, In Between...

UnityTX are back with their sophomore album, Somewhere, In Between..., out March 13, 2026, via Pure Noise Records.

Samuel Stevens

Mar 11

Man with intricate tattoos kneels, face in hand, in a dim room. His tattoos feature floral and geometric patterns. Mood is contemplative.

Speed - ALL MY ANGELS EP

Australian hardcore band Speed will release their much-anticipated new EP, ALL MY ANGELS, on October 23, 2025, via Flatspot Records.

Samuel Stevens

Oct 22, 2025

Musician wearing a black cap sings into a microphone on stage, bathed in yellow light. Tattoos visible on arms. Shirt reads "NEW".

SOS Festival 2025 - Night Two: Cro-Mags, Withdrawl, Jug, and Commitment - Winnipeg, MB

SOS Festival 2025 night two features sets from Cro-Mags, Withdrawl, Jug, and Commitment.

Kasper Kolesar

Oct 19, 2025

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Pig Pen - Mental Madness

Canadian hardcore supergroup Pig Pen have readied their debut album, Mental Madness, out June 27, 2025, via Flatspot Records.

Samuel Stevens

Jun 24, 2025

A person lies on a staircase in a dimly lit green-tinted setting. Large white text reads "A DOOR LEFT OPEN," creating a mysterious mood.

Orthodox - A Door Left Open

Orthodox have returned with their fifth album, A Door Left Open, out June 6, 2025, via Century Media.

Samuel Stevens

Jun 3, 2025

A grim reaper with red eyes and a scythe looms over a small armored figure. Text reads "PIG PEN" and "Mental Madness" in jagged red letters.

Pig Pen Deliver Ripping Single "Rabid Beach" With Striking Animated Music Video

Pig Pen have released their second single, "Rabid Beach."

Crucial Rhythm

May 27, 2025

SPEED vocalist Jem Siow pushing the microphone into a passionate fans face to sing the words of the song.

Speed, Whispers, Trench, and Juice - Winnipeg, MB

The Park Theatre on May 16, Winnipeg was put into undeniable shock when Speed, Whispers, Trench, and Juice performed.

Samuel Stevens

May 22, 2025

Pig Pen Announce Debut 'Mental Madness' And Title Track

Pig Pen have released their debut single "Mental Madness."

Crucial Rhythm

May 6, 2025

Killswitch Engage vocalist singing into a microphone on stage, wearing rings and a dark shirt. Red and blue lighting creates a dramatic mood. Dark background.

Killswitch Engage, Kublai Khan, Fit For A King, and Frozen Soul - Winnipeg, MB

Killswitch Engage, Kublai Khan, Fit For A King, and Frozen Soul took over the Burton Cummings Theatre on March 24, 2025.

Samuel Stevens

Mar 26, 2025

Comeback Kid's original vocalist Scott Wade rejoining the band for two songs at the band's recent Wake the Dead 20th Anniversary celebration show in Winnipeg.

Wake the Dead 20th Anniversary Tour: Comeback Kid, Cancer Bats, Orthodox, Meantime, and Pink Snot - Winnipeg, MB

Winnipeg hardcore legends Comeback Kid launched their Wake the Dead 20th Anniversary Tour with an electrifying hometown show at the Burt.

Samuel Stevens

Feb 26, 2025

Scary Hours - Can't Contend EP

Hardcore/melodic punk outfit Scary Hours are set to release their new EP, Can't Contend, on January 15, 2025.

Samuel Stevens

Jan 13, 2025

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Comeback Kid Celebrates The 20th Anniversary Of Their Seminal Album 'Wake The Dead' With Special Anniversary Show Set In Winnipeg On February 22, 2025

Influential hardcore punk band Comeback Kid has announced a special 20th-anniversary show for their groundbreaking album, Wake The Dead.

Crucial Rhythm

Nov 6, 2024

Dropkick Murphys, Pennywise, and The Scratch Live In Winnipeg, MB

The sold-out Burton Cummings Theatre was buzzing with energy as Winnipeg welcomed Dropkick Murphys, Pennywise, and The Scratch.

Samuel Stevens

Oct 25, 2024

Another Day Live Tour: Fucked Up, Chastity, Puffer, and Guilty Sleep - Winnipeg, MB

On September 17, Fucked Up brought their Another Day Live Tour to Winnipeg's Park Theatre.

Samuel Stevens

Oct 2, 2024

Speed - Only One Mode

Australian hardcore band Speed will release their much-anticipated debut album, Only One Mode, on July 12, 2024, via Flatspot Records.

Samuel Stevens

Jul 10, 2024

Manitoba Metalfest 2024 - Night Three: Dying Fetus, Full of Hell, Kruelty, 200 Stab Wounds, and Tyrants Demise

Night three of this year's Manitoba Metalfest saw performances from Dying Fetus, Full of Hell, Kruelty, 200 Stab Wounds, and Tyrants Demise.

Kasper Kolesar

Jun 7, 2024