
Friday, September 12 — Five bands, one night of heavy metal at Westside Bowl. Doors at 6 PM, show at 7 PM.
From Warren, Ohio, Wretch is an original power metal band formed in 1985. With multiple albums and numerous European tours under their belt, they’ve built a legacy of soaring vocals, intricate riffs, and relentless energy. Fresh off their latest European tour, they’re supporting their most recent album Visitors.
From Youngstown, Ohio, Vagabonds of the Western World deliver an authentic Thin Lizzy tribute, capturing the twin guitar harmonies, gritty grooves, and anthemic choruses that made the originals legendary.
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Cleveland’s EGO brings scorching guitar leads, powerful rhythms, and creative hooks that transcend genre boundaries. Their sound blends aggression with precision, earning them the rallying cry: HAIL EGO!
From York, PA, Burn the Martyr draws on groove metal greats of past decades while forging their own path. With songs like “Amor Perditus” and “The Beaten Path,” they deliver thick riffs, pounding rhythms, and stark, unflinching lyrics. Tracks such as “Dead or Red” and “Chasing Ghosts” add touches of post