VULGORE (Stoke-on-Trent)
Hailing from English midlands industry town, Stoke-on-Trent, Vulgore are loud, brash and heavier than a Bas Rutten liver kick. Vulgore have been described as 'Groove Laden Melodic Death Metal', but strive to incorporate many different elements from across the metal spectrum.
Forming in late 2017, Vulgore smashed their way onto the scene and immediately made an impression, winning Stoke metal to the masses and claiming a spot at bloodstock festival within their first year.
Since then they've gone from strength to strength, dominating the scenes of cities all around the UK with their unique sound. With 2 EPs released and a full length album in the works, Vulgore are a force to be reckoned with.

DIE EGO (London)
DIE EGO is a Metal Power Trio based in London. DIE EGO forges crushing, riff-driven metal, bleak atmosphere, and pure sonic weight into a sound forged from doom to modern groove metal. Built on thunderous low end, punishing drums, and vocals that shift between haunting and feral, the band delivers slow-burning heaviness with relentless intensity. Known for immersive live shows and a dark, oppressive presence, DIE EGO channels despair, rage, and volume into a wall of sound meant to be felt as much as heard.

BOUND BY BURDENS (Stoke-on-Trent)
We’re Bound by Burdens formed in August 2025 and we're a metal/electronic band from Newcastle-under-Lyme, Our sound blends modern metalcore with dark electronic elements, atmospheric textures and raw, emotional vocals, focusing on themes of mental health, inner struggle and resilience.

CLAYHEAD (Stoke-on-Trent)
Clayhead are a five-piece band from Stoke-on-Trent, UK, blending raw rock energy with heavy riffs, grunge-inspired attitude, and metal influences. With a focus on powerful live performances and original music, the band delivers a gritty sound that’s built to hit hard.