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Aftershock Festival 2025
Aftershock Festival 2025

2025 10-02 on stage

Get ready to witness the West Coast's ultimate rock, punk, and metal pilgrimage as Aftershock Festival returns to Sacramento's iconic Discovery Park from October 2nd to 5th, 2025. Now in its 13th year, Aftershock has cemented its reputation as a must-attend event, drawing over 160,000 music fans from all 50 states and over 30 countries in previous years. This four-day destination festival consistently delivers a powerhouse lineup of genre titans and rising stars, promising an unparalleled experience for every headbanger and music enthusiast. Aftershock 2025 is set to be bigger and bolder than ever, featuring an impressive roster of over 115 bands performing across four stages. Headliners like Blink-182, Deftones (playing a special hometown show), Korn, and Bring Me The Horizon are poised to ignite the crowds with their electrifying performances. Beyond the main acts, the festival boasts an incredible depth of talent, including highly anticipated reunions like The Dillinger Escape Plan and Chiodos, rare performances, and a strong showing of California's own vibrant rock and metal scene. Whether you're a die-hard fan of classic anthems, the raw power of nu-metal, or the cutting edge of genre-blending rock, Aftershock's meticulously curated lineup ensures there's something to fuel every passion. Beyond the stages, Aftershock Festival offers a complete immersive experience. Set against the scenic backdrop of Discovery Park where the American River meets the Sacramento River, attendees can expect a lively atmosphere filled with a diverse array of food and drink options, engaging art installations, and various other entertainment. The festival has become a significant cultural and economic driver for Sacramento, bringing an estimated $30 million economic impact to the region. With its commitment to showcasing the best in rock, punk, and metal, Aftershock 2025 is not just a festival; it's a celebration of a vibrant global community and a testament to the enduring power of heavy music.

Band Timeline

2019

Formation and Early Writing

Thrown, a Swedish metalcore and hardcore band, was formed in 2019 in Stockholm. The band was initiated by vocalist Marcus Lundqvist and guitarist Andreas Malm who soon included producer and drummer Buster Odeholm along with guitarist Johan Liljeblad. Much of their early work and debut EP material was developed during the COVID-19 pandemic under remote collaboration conditions. This formation marked the beginning of their journey into the metalcore scene.
2022

Breakthrough with Extended Pain EP and Touring

In 2022, Thrown released their breakthrough EP titled 'Extended Pain' through the label Arising Empire. The EP dropped on April 8, 2022, following the release of the single 'New Low' in March of the same year. 'Extended Pain' gained significant attention with its intense nü-hardcore sound, amassing over 50 million streams on Spotify. By autumn, Thrown embarked on a European and UK tour supporting the band Counterparts, solidifying their presence and gaining a wider fanbase in the hardcore and metalcore communities.
2023

Continued Growth and Support Tours

Throughout 2023, Thrown sustained their rising trajectory by securing support slots on tours with notable bands Invent Animate and Fit for a King. These tours helped Thrown broaden their exposure in the metalcore and hardcore scenes and connect with more audiences across different regions. This period was critical for building momentum ahead of their debut full-length album release anticipated in the following year.
2024

Release of Debut Album EXCESSIVE GUILT and US Tours

In 2024, Thrown announced and released their debut album 'EXCESSIVE GUILT' on August 30. The album, praised for its succinct and powerful tracks, entered the Swedish Hard Rock Albums Chart at number 3, demonstrating commercial success and critical acclaim. Prior to the album release, the single 'look at me' was released in May alongside the album announcement. Following the release, Thrown undertook a US arena tour with Wage War and Erra, increasing their international presence. Plans for their first North American headline tour and festival appearances further underscore their growing influence in the metalcore genre.

Albums

thrown_1st_album
EXCESSIVE GUILT
11 tracks
2024
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Members

Current

Name
Begin
Occupation

Andreas Malm

N/A

Electric guitar

Johan Liljeblad

N/A

Electric guitar

Marcus Lundqvist

N/A

Lead vocals

Buster Odeholm

N/A

Drums (drum set)

Story of Thrown

Thrown (stylized in lowercase) are a Swedish metalcore/hardcore band from Stockholm, formed in 2019. Signed to Arising Empire, they exploded onto the scene with their 2022 EP, Extended Pain, which has amassed over 50 million Spotify streams. Their debut album, EXCESSIVE GUILT, dropped August 30th, 2024, packing eleven tracks into just over twenty minutes of blistering intensity. The album debuted at #3 on the Swedish Hard Rock Albums Chart, with Kerrang! praising its "suffocating brevity and nü-metalcore bite."

History

Formation and Early Writing (2019-2021)

Vocalist Marcus Lundqvist and guitarist Andreas Malm began collaborating in 2019, quickly adding producer/drummer Buster Odeholm (Vildhjarta, Humanity`s Last Breath) and guitarist Johan Liljeblad to the lineup. Much of their debut EP was demoed remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Extended Pain Cycle (2022-2023)

  • March 11, 2022: Release of the single "New Low."
  • April 8, 2022: Release of the Extended Pain EP via Arising Empire.
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