Live Music

80 photos · 2009–2026

80 photographs tagged Live Music, 2009–2026.

Washed Out in Loring Park during MODE Festival — Washed Out performs in Loring Park at the 2026 MODE Photography Festival.

MODE Festival Stage, Loring Park — The main stage in Loring Park at the MODE Photography Festival in Minneapolis

MODE Photography Festival, Washed Out Performs — Washed Out performing at the Flickr MODE Photography Festival in Minneapolis at Loring Park on September 19, 2026.

Washed Out at Loring Park in Minneapolis — Washed Out performing at the Flickr MODE Photography Festival in Minneapolis at Loring Park on September 19, 2026.

Washed Out, MODE Photography Festival — Washed Out performing at the Flickr MODE Photography Festival in Minneapolis at Loring Park on September 19, 2026.

Washed out at Flickr MODE Festival — Washed Out performing at the Flickr MODE Photography Festival in Minneapolis at Loring Park on September 19, 2026.

Washed Out at MODE Festival in Minneapolis — Washed Out performing at the Flickr MODE Photography Festival in Minneapolis at Loring Park on September 19, 2026.

Washed Out performs at the MODE Festival in Minneapolis — Washed Out performing at the Flickr MODE Photography Festival in Minneapolis at Loring Park on September 19, 2026.

Cameron Gardner performs with Washed Out, MODE Festival Minneapolis — Washed Out performing at the Flickr MODE Photography Festival in Minneapolis at Loring Park on September 19, 2026.

Tycho headlines the MODE Photography Festival in Minneapolis — Tycho at the Flickr MODE Photography Festival at Loring Park in Minneapolis on September 19, 2026.

Tycho performs at MODE Photography Festival in Minneapolis — Tycho at the Flickr MODE Photography Festival at Loring Park in Minneapolis on September 19, 2026.

Tycho at MODE Photography Festival in Minneapolis — Tycho at the Flickr MODE Photography Festival at Loring Park in Minneapolis on September 19, 2026.

Tycho in Loring Park Minneapolis at the MODE Photography Festival — Tycho at the Flickr MODE Photography Festival at Loring Park in Minneapolis on September 19, 2026.

Tycho in Loring Park at MODE Photography Festival — Tycho at the Flickr MODE Photography Festival at Loring Park in Minneapolis on September 19, 2026.

The Green Room live music venue glows with neon signage on Lagoon Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis at night. — The Green Room, a prominent live music venue, is situated on Lagoon Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis.

Fans queue outside The Depot Tavern on 7th Street in Minneapolis before a performance by The Snuts. — Fans gather outside the 7th St Entry in downtown Minneapolis on March 10, 2024, awaiting a performance by The Snuts.

Two musicians embrace on stage during Pantera's performance at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin. — Pantera, a seminal heavy metal band, performed at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual music festival held in Cadott, known for featuring a variety of rock and metal artists. The band's performance at this event marked a significant moment for their fans, especially given the band's history and the festival's reputation as a major gathering for the genre. The festival itself has been a long-standing tradition in the Cadott community, drawing thousands of attendees each year.

Tattooed vocalist Phil Anselmo performs with Pantera at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin. — Phil Anselmo of Pantera performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual heavy metal music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, known for drawing large crowds and featuring prominent bands in the genre. The festival has been a significant event in the Midwest's music calendar since its inception, providing a platform for both established and emerging metal artists. Pantera, a highly influential band in the groove metal subgenre, reunited for performances in 2023, marking a significant moment for their fans.

Phil Anselmo, vocalist for reunited metal band Pantera, performs with raised arms during Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin. — Phil Anselmo of Pantera performs on stage at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is one of the largest heavy metal music festivals in the United States, drawing thousands of attendees annually to the Chippewa Valley. The festival, established in 2004, has become a significant cultural event for the region, showcasing a diverse lineup of established and emerging metal artists. Pantera, a highly influential band in the groove metal genre, was a prominent act at this year's festival.

Pantera vocalist performs with raised fist during live concert at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin. — Pantera performed at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual heavy metal music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, known for drawing large crowds and featuring prominent bands in the genre. The festival has been a significant event in the region's music calendar since its inception, providing a platform for both established and emerging metal artists. This performance by Pantera, a band with a long and influential history in heavy metal, was part of their reunion tour, marking a significant moment for fans of the genre.

Guitarist performs with orange and black electric guitar during Pantera's live performance at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin. — Guitarist Dimebag Darrell performs with Pantera at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual heavy metal music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, known for attracting major bands in the genre. The festival has been a significant event in the Midwest's music calendar since its inception, drawing thousands of fans each year. Pantera, a highly influential American heavy metal band, was known for its aggressive sound and energetic live performances.

Guitarist Zakk Wylde performs with Pantera at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, July 2023. — Phil Anselmo of Pantera performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual heavy metal music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, known for drawing large crowds and prominent bands in the genre. The festival has been a significant event in the Midwest's music calendar since its inception, providing a platform for both established and emerging metal artists. Pantera, a highly influential band in the groove metal subgenre, was a major draw for the event.

Audience members with raised fists cheer during Pantera's performance at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin. — Pantera, a prominent heavy metal band, performed at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual music festival held in Cadott, known for featuring a variety of rock and metal artists. The band's performance was part of their reunion tour, marking a significant moment for fans of the genre. The festival itself has a history of drawing large crowds to the Chippewa Valley region of Wisconsin.

Pantera performs on stage at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, with pyrotechnics and blue stage lighting. — Pantera performed at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual heavy metal music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, known for attracting major bands and a large audience. The festival has been a significant event in the region's music calendar since its inception, providing a platform for both established and emerging artists in the metal genre. This performance by Pantera, a band with a long and influential history in heavy metal, was part of their reunion tour, drawing considerable attention from fans worldwide.

Vocalist Phil Anselmo interacts with audience members during Pantera's performance at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin. — Phil Anselmo of Pantera performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual heavy metal music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, known for attracting major artists and large crowds. The festival has been a significant event in the regional music calendar since its inception, providing a platform for both established and emerging metal bands. This performance by Pantera, a band with a long and influential history in the genre, was a highly anticipated part of the 2023 event.

Zakk Wylde plays guitar with Pantera at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin. — The heavy metal band Pantera performed at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, known for featuring a lineup of prominent rock and metal artists. The festival has been a significant event in the region's music calendar since its inception, drawing thousands of fans each year. This performance by Pantera, a band with a long and influential history in the metal genre, was part of their reunion tour, marking a notable moment for the festival and its attendees.

Pantera performs onstage at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, with flames on the screen behind them. — Pantera performed at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual heavy metal music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, known for drawing large crowds and featuring prominent bands in the genre. The festival has been a significant event in the regional music calendar since its inception, providing a platform for both established and emerging metal artists. This performance by Pantera, a band with a long and influential history in thrash metal, was part of their reunion tour, marking a significant moment for their dedicated fanbase.

Phil Anselmo performs with Pantera at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, with crowd in front. — The heavy metal band Pantera performed at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual music festival held in Cadott, known for featuring a variety of rock and metal artists. The festival has been a significant event in the region's music calendar since its inception, drawing thousands of fans each year. This performance marked a notable moment for the band, which has a long history in the genre and a dedicated global following.

Pantera guitarist performs onstage at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, as fans raise their hands. — The metal band Pantera performed at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, known for featuring a variety of rock and metal artists. The festival has been a significant event in the region for many years, drawing large crowds of music enthusiasts. This performance marked a notable moment for the band and its fans, as Pantera continued their legacy in the heavy metal genre.

Pantera performs amid fire effects at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin. — The heavy metal band Pantera performed at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual music festival held in Cadott, known for featuring a variety of rock and metal artists. The festival has been a significant event in the region's music calendar since its inception, drawing thousands of fans each year. Pantera, a highly influential band in the metal genre, was performing as part of their reunion tour, marking a significant moment for their dedicated fanbase.

Pantera performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin. — Pantera, performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual music festival held in Cadott, known for featuring a variety of rock and metal artists. The festival has been a significant event in the region for many years, drawing fans from across the country. This performance marked a notable appearance for the band at the long-standing music event.

Zakk Wylde performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, before a crowd. — The heavy metal band Pantera performed at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual music festival held in Cadott, known for featuring a variety of rock and metal artists. The festival has been a significant event in the region for many years, drawing fans from across the country. This performance marked a notable moment for the band and its dedicated fanbase.

Phil Anselmo performs with Pantera at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. — Phil Anselmo of Pantera performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is one of the largest heavy metal music festivals in the United States, typically held annually in Cadott. The festival draws thousands of fans and features a lineup of prominent rock and metal bands, contributing to the region's cultural and entertainment landscape.

Rex Brown performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin. — Rex Brown, bassist for the band Pantera, performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, known for featuring a variety of rock and metal bands. The festival has been a significant event in the region's music calendar since its inception, drawing thousands of fans each year. This performance marks a notable moment for the band and its followers, as Pantera continues to tour and perform their influential music.

Pantera bassist Rex Brown performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin. — The band Pantera performed at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual heavy metal music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, known for drawing large crowds of metal enthusiasts. The festival has a history dating back to 1994, making it one of the longest-running heavy metal festivals in the United States. Pantera, a highly influential band in the groove metal genre, reunited for performances in 2023, marking a significant moment for their fans.

Rex Brown of Pantera performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin. — Rex Brown of the band Pantera performs on bass guitar at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, known for featuring a variety of rock and metal bands. The festival has been a significant event in the region for many years, drawing fans of heavy music from across the country. Pantera, a highly influential heavy metal band, reunited for a tour in 2023, marking a significant moment for their dedicated fanbase.

Rex Brown performs with Pantera at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin. — Rex Brown of Pantera performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual heavy metal music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, known for attracting major bands and a large audience. The festival has been a significant event in the music calendar for many years, providing a platform for both established and emerging artists in the metal genre. Pantera, a highly influential band in the history of heavy metal, was a prominent act at this particular festival.

Phil Anselmo performs with Pantera at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin. — Phil Anselmo, vocalist for the band Pantera, performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual heavy metal music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, a community of approximately 1,200 residents. The festival has grown to become one of the largest outdoor music festivals in the Midwest, attracting tens of thousands of attendees each year. Pantera, a seminal band in the groove metal genre, reunited for a series of performances in 2023, marking a significant moment for fans of the group.

Zakk Wylde performing with Pantera at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin. — Pantera performing at Rockfest in Cadott, Wisconsin on July 13, 2023.

Phil Anselmo performs with Pantera at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin. — Phil Anselmo of Pantera performs on stage at Rockfest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rockfest is an annual music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, known for featuring a variety of rock and metal bands. The festival has been a significant event in the region's music calendar, drawing fans from across the country. Pantera, a highly influential heavy metal band, was a prominent act at this year's event.

Drummer Charlie Benante performs with reunited band Pantera at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin. — Drummer Charlie Benante performs with the band Pantera at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual music festival held in Cadott, known for featuring a variety of rock and metal bands. Pantera, a highly influential heavy metal band, reunited for a tour in 2023, marking a significant moment for their fans. The festival provides a platform for both established and emerging artists to perform for large audiences in an outdoor setting.

Phil Anselmo performs vocals for Pantera at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin on July 13, 2023. — Phil Anselmo of Pantera performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual heavy metal music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, known for drawing large crowds and featuring prominent bands in the genre. The festival has been a significant event in the Midwestern music calendar since its inception, providing a platform for both established and emerging metal artists. Pantera, a highly influential band in the groove metal subgenre, was a major draw for the 2023 event, continuing their legacy of powerful live performances.

Tattooed vocalist Phil Anselmo sings into microphone during Pantera performance at Rock Fest, Cadott, Wisconsin. — Phil Anselmo, vocalist for the band Pantera, performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, known for featuring a variety of rock and metal bands. The festival has been a significant event in the region's music calendar since its inception, drawing fans from across the country. This performance marks a notable appearance by Pantera, a band with a substantial legacy in the heavy metal genre.

Rex Brown, bassist for reunited Pantera, performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin. — Rex Brown, bassist for the reunited Pantera, performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual heavy metal music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, known for drawing large crowds and featuring prominent bands in the genre. The festival has been a significant event in the Midwest's music calendar since its inception, providing a platform for both established and emerging metal artists. Pantera, a highly influential band in the groove metal subgenre, reunited for a series of performances in 2023, marking a significant moment for their fans.

Phil Anselmo performs as vocalist for Pantera at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin. — Phil Anselmo, vocalist for the band Pantera, performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual heavy metal music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, known for drawing large crowds and featuring prominent bands in the genre. The festival has been a significant event in the regional music calendar since its inception, providing a platform for both established and emerging artists in heavy metal and hard rock.

Guitarist Zakk Wylde performs with Pantera at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, July 2023. — Zakk Wylde performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, known for featuring a variety of rock and metal bands. The festival has been a significant event in the region's music calendar for many years, drawing fans from across the country. Wylde, a prominent guitarist, was performing with Pantera at this event, a band with a long history in the heavy metal genre.

Phil Anselmo, frontman of Pantera, performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, July 2023. — Phil Anselmo, frontman for the band Pantera, performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual heavy metal music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, known for drawing large crowds and featuring prominent bands in the genre. The festival has been a significant event in the metal music calendar since its inception, providing a platform for both established and emerging artists. This performance by Pantera, a band with a long and influential history in heavy metal, was a highly anticipated part of the 2023 Rock Fest lineup.

Phil Anselmo performs as Pantera frontman at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, July 2023. — Phil Anselmo, frontman for the band Pantera, performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual heavy metal music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, which draws thousands of attendees each year. The festival has a long history, dating back to 1994, and has featured numerous prominent bands in the metal genre. This performance marks a significant moment for the band and its fans, as Pantera continues to tour and perform their influential music.

Phil Anselmo performs vocals for Pantera at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, July 2023. — Phil Anselmo, vocalist for the band Pantera, performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual heavy metal music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, which draws thousands of attendees each year. The festival has a history dating back to 2004 and has featured numerous prominent bands in the rock and metal genres. Pantera, a highly influential band in the groove metal subgenre, reunited for a tour in 2022, marking a significant moment for their fans.

Bassist Rex Brown performs with Pantera at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, July 2023. — Bassist Rex Brown performs with the band Pantera at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual heavy metal music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, known for attracting major bands and a large audience. Pantera, a highly influential American heavy metal band, reunited for a series of performances in 2023, marking a significant moment for their fans. The festival provides a platform for both established and emerging artists in the rock and metal genres, contributing to the cultural landscape of Wisconsin's music scene.

Phil Anselmo, Pantera vocalist, performs on stage at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, under green stage lighting. — Phil Anselmo, vocalist for Pantera, performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual heavy metal music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, known for drawing large crowds and featuring prominent bands in the genre. The festival has been a significant event in the regional music calendar since its inception, providing a platform for both established and emerging metal artists.

Guitarist Zakk Wylde performs on stage at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin. — Zakk Wylde performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, known for featuring a variety of rock and metal bands. The festival has been a significant event in the region's music calendar, drawing fans from across the country. Wylde, a prominent guitarist, has a long career in heavy metal, notably with Ozzy Osbourne and his own band Black Label Society.

Mushroomhead performer in horned skull mask and studded costume plays drums at Rock Fest, Cadott, Wisconsin. — Mushroomhead performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual music festival that has been held in Cadott since 1994, drawing thousands of attendees to the Chippewa Valley for a multi-day event featuring a variety of rock and metal bands. The festival serves as a significant cultural gathering for fans of heavy music in the region.

Mushroomhead vocalist in elaborate horned mask performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin. — Mushroomhead, a band known for its theatrical masks and aggressive sound, performed at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, that typically features a lineup of hard rock and heavy metal bands. The festival has been a significant event for fans of these genres in the Midwest since its inception. This performance by Mushroomhead highlights the festival's commitment to showcasing prominent artists within the metal music scene.

Mushroomhead vocalist in horned mask performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, July 2023. — Mushroomhead, a band known for its theatrical masks and aggressive sound, performed at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, that typically features a lineup of hard rock and heavy metal bands. The festival has been a significant event for fans of these genres in the Midwest since its inception. This performance took place amidst atmospheric lighting and what appears to be rain or stage effects, contributing to the band's intense stage presence.

Mushroomhead vocalist in horned mask performs with microphone at Rock Fest Cadott Wisconsin. — Mushroomhead, a band known for its distinctive masks and aggressive musical style, performed at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, that typically features a lineup of hard rock and heavy metal bands. The festival has been a significant event in the region for many years, drawing fans of the genre from across the country. This performance by Mushroomhead was part of their touring schedule, showcasing their elaborate stage presence and energetic live show to the festival's attendees.

Mushroomhead vocalist in elaborate horned mask performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, July 2023. — Mushroomhead, a heavy metal band known for their elaborate masks and costumes, performed at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, which typically features a lineup of hard rock and heavy metal bands. The festival has been a significant event in the region for many years, drawing fans of the genre from across the country. This performance took place during the festival's 2023 iteration, continuing its tradition of hosting prominent artists within the rock music scene.

Mushroomhead performer singing on stage at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, surrounded by pyrotechnics and stage lighting. — Mushroomhead performed at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, known for featuring a variety of rock and metal bands. The festival has been a significant event in the region's music calendar since its inception, drawing thousands of fans each year. This performance by Mushroomhead, a band recognized for their distinctive masks and theatrical stage presence, was part of the festival's lineup.

Mushroomhead performer in elaborate costume at Rock Fest, Cadott, Wisconsin, July 2023. — Mushroomhead performed at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual music festival that has been held in Cadott since 2004, drawing thousands of attendees to the Chippewa Valley for a multi-day celebration of rock and heavy metal music. The festival is one of the largest of its kind in the Midwest, contributing significantly to the local economy and cultural landscape of the region. This performance by Mushroomhead, known for their elaborate costumes and energetic stage presence, was part of the festival's diverse lineup.

Mushroomhead performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, with masked vocalist and bassist on stage under red lighting. — Mushroomhead, a masked metal band known for their theatrical performances, played at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, that typically features a lineup of hard rock and heavy metal bands. The festival has been a significant event for fans of these genres in the Midwest since its inception. The band's performance, characterized by energetic stage presence and distinctive masks, is a hallmark of their live shows.

Mushroomhead bassist wearing horned mask performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin. — Mushroomhead, a band known for its distinctive masks and theatrical performances, played at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual music festival that has been held in Cadott since 2004, drawing thousands of fans of rock and heavy metal music. The festival provides a platform for both established and emerging artists within the genre. This performance by Mushroomhead, a band formed in Cleveland, Ohio, in 1993, highlights their continued presence in the live music circuit.

Electronic sign at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, warning of a lightning delay and telling attendees to take cover. — Rock Fest Cadott: Show Delayed Due to Lightning Threat. On July 13, 2023, Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, experienced a delay in its scheduled performances due to the threat of lightning. The festival, known for hosting major rock and metal acts, issued an advisory for attendees to seek shelter. This particular year featured a performance by the band Pantera, a significant act in the heavy metal genre. Rock Fest has been a recurring event in Cadott, drawing thousands of fans annually to the Chippewa Valley.

Lightning over the Rock Fest crowd in Cadott, Wisconsin. — Lightning illuminates the sky over a large crowd attending Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin. This annual music festival, held at the Cadott Fairgrounds, draws thousands of attendees for multiple days of rock and heavy metal performances. The event has a long history, dating back to 1994, and has become a significant cultural gathering for fans of the genre in the Midwest. The image captures a moment of natural spectacle interrupting the planned entertainment, highlighting the unpredictable elements that can affect large outdoor events.

Ghost Inside at Rock Fest — Ghost Inside performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin on July 13, 2023.

Ghost Inside performs at Rock Fest — Ghost Inside performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin on July 13, 2023.

Concertgoer in a “Stronger Than All” shirt at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin. — Pantera, a prominent heavy metal band, performed at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual music festival held in Cadott, known for featuring a variety of rock and metal artists. The festival has been a significant event in the region's music calendar since its inception, drawing thousands of fans each year. This performance marked a notable appearance for Pantera, a band with a long history in the genre.

Pantera fans at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, watching a large video screen during the 2023 tour. — Attendees gather for the Pantera World Tour 2023 at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin. The festival, held annually, is a significant event for heavy metal music enthusiasts in the Midwest. This particular concert marked a notable stop on the band's reunion tour, celebrating their enduring legacy in the genre. The shirt worn by the individual in the foreground lists numerous tour dates and locations, underscoring the global reach of the band's 2023 performances.

Mushroomhead and splashes at Rock Fest 2023 — Drummer for the band Mushroomhead performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, known for featuring a variety of rock and metal bands. The festival has been a significant event in the region's music calendar since its inception, drawing thousands of attendees each year. This performance highlights the energetic and theatrical style often associated with Mushroomhead's live shows.

Mushroomhead guitarist and mask Rock Fest 2023 — Mushroomhead, a band known for its theatrical masks and aggressive sound, performed at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, that typically features a lineup of hard rock and heavy metal bands. The festival has been a significant event for fans of these genres in the Midwest since its inception. This performance by Mushroomhead was part of their touring schedule, bringing their distinctive visual and musical style to the festival's audience.

Mushroomhead guitarist at Rock Fest 2023 — Mushroomhead, a band known for its theatrical masks and aggressive sound, performed at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, that typically features a lineup of hard rock and heavy metal bands. The festival has been a significant event in the region for many years, drawing fans of the genre from across the country. This performance by Mushroomhead highlights the festival's continued role in showcasing prominent artists within the heavy metal music scene.

Masked mushroomhead singer — Mushroomhead, a band known for its theatrical masks and aggressive sound, performed at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, that typically features a lineup of hard rock and heavy metal bands. The festival has been a significant event in the region's music calendar, drawing fans from across the Midwest. This performance by Mushroomhead highlights the festival's commitment to showcasing prominent artists within the metal genre.

Pantera guitarist plays at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin. — Guitarist for the band Pantera performs at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2023. Rock Fest is an annual heavy metal music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, known for drawing large crowds and featuring prominent bands in the genre. The festival has been a significant event in the heavy metal community since its inception, providing a platform for both established and emerging artists. This performance by Pantera, a band with a long history and considerable influence in thrash and groove metal, was a highly anticipated part of the 2023 Rock Fest lineup.

In this Moment at Rock Fest 2023 — In This Moment performing at Rock Fest in Cadott on July 13, 2023.

Mortimers Bar Painted Boards — Graffiti art adorns the boarded-up windows of Mortimer's Bar on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. The messages "Stay Strong" and "Twin Cities" are visible, alongside painted fists symbolizing solidarity and resistance. These boards were installed during the civil unrest following the murder of George Floyd in 2020, a period of significant protest and activism in Minneapolis. Mortimer's, a long-standing establishment known for its live music, became a canvas for community expression during this time.

The Cabooze marquee on Cedar Avenue in Minneapolis advertising Uncured and Living Like I'm Dead Tour. — The Cabooze, a long-standing live music venue on Minneapolis's West Bank, is illuminated at night. The venue's marquee advertises a performance by Leo Presents featuring the bands Uncured and Living Like I'm Dead Tour. Established in 1969, The Cabooze has been a significant venue in the Minneapolis music scene, hosting a diverse array of local and national artists. The building's exterior features vibrant graffiti art, including a mural depicting a train engine, reflecting the venue's distinctive character and its role in the city's cultural fabric.

Singer performs with microphone at Music As A Weapon IV concert, Minneapolis. — Cristina Scabbia fronts Lacuna Coil, the Milan-based gothic metal band she co-founded in 1996 with Andrea Ferro, with whom she still shares lead vocal duties. This performance took place at Target Center in downtown Minneapolis, a 19,000-seat arena that opened in 1990 and serves as the home of the NBA's Timberwolves and WNBA's Lynx. The date corresponds with the Music As A Weapon IV tour, a package show that paired Lacuna Coil with Disturbed and other hard rock acts across North American arenas in 2009. Lacuna Coil's mix of Scabbia's clean vocals and Ferro's growled delivery has made the band one of the best-known acts in the gothic metal genre since its breakthrough album "Comalies" in 2002.

Marco Coti Zelati, bassist for Lacuna Coil, performs at Music As A Weapon IV in Minneapolis. — Marco Coti Zelati has played bass for the Italian gothic metal band Lacuna Coil since its founding in Milan in 1996. The band appeared on the fourth installment of the Music As A Weapon tour, a package concert series launched by Disturbed in 2004 that paired established rock and metal acts for arena-scale shows across North America. Lacuna Coil built its following through albums like "Comalies," released in 2002, which helped bring the band's dual male-female vocal sound to a wider American audience.

Bassist Marco Coti Zelati performs on stage at Target Center during Music As A Weapon IV concert. — Marco Coti Zelati has played bass for the Italian gothic metal band Lacuna Coil since the group's founding in Milan in 1994, also serving as a principal songwriter and producer for the band's studio albums. This performance took place during the Music As A Weapon IV tour, a package concert series that paired Lacuna Coil with acts including Killswitch Engage and Disturbed.

Lacuna Coil vocalist performs with microphone at Target Center during Music As A Weapon IV concert. — Lacuna Coil formed in Milan in 1994, building its sound around the dual vocals of Cristina Scabbia and Andrea Ferro. The Italian gothic metal band played Target Center on May 8, 2009, as part of the Music As A Weapon IV tour, co-headlined with Disturbed and featuring Killswitch Engage.

Cristiano "Pizza" Migliore performs on stage with long dark hair and beard, wearing a dark blue shirt. — Cristiano "Pizza" Migliore has played guitar for the Italian gothic metal band Lacuna Coil since 2006, joining after the departure of original guitarist Claudio Leo. Lacuna Coil formed in Milan in 1994 and built an international following with albums including "Comalies" (2002) and "Karmacode" (2006), the latter reaching the top 40 on the Billboard 200. This performance came during the Music As a Weapon IV tour, a package trek co-headlined by Disturbed that stopped at Minneapolis's Target Center on May 8, 2009.

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