Some of the best metal musicians in the country performed at the annual Finger Lakes Metal Fest in Upstate New York. A variety of metal subgenres, including deathcore and heavy metal, were included at the festival. DramaScream, Traverse the Abyss, Mobday, Skinbound, A Fitting Revenge, Fathom Farewell, Corners of Sanctuary, Ecliptic Vision, Diluted, and Ire Clad were some of the best performances.
Traverse the Abyss provided their recognizable deathcore sound, and DramaScream brought their distinctive metalcore and post-hardcore fusion to the stage. With their powerful stage presence and hard-hitting riffs, Rochester, New York-based heavy metal band Skinbound energised the crowd. Pennsylvanian progressive metal band A Fitting Revenge made an impression with their expert musicianship and captivating compositions.
The Finger Lakes Metal Fest is a celebration of metal music that highlights the wide variety of American talent. The festival has something for every metal enthusiast, from Diluted's thunderous grooves to Fathom Farewell's melodic metal. The festival has established itself as a mainstay of the Upstate New York metal scene and draws music fans from all over the nation.