Some of the biggest stars in metal music have previously performed at the Vagos Metal Fest in Portugal, and the 2023 edition was no exception. Sepultura, Wind Rose, Testament, Stratovarius, Suicidal Tendencies, Cradle Of Filth, Jinjer, Ugly Kid Joe, Exodus, and Alestorm were a few of the festival's major headline bands.
The audience was in awe when Sepultura, a Brazilian thrash metal band, performed on stage with their distinctively strong sound. The Italian power metal band Wind Rose, meanwhile, showcased their distinctive fusion of symphonic elements and epic storytelling.
The American thrash metal veterans Testament performed with their high-energy show and electric stage presence, forcing the audience to headbang along. The Finnish power metal band Stratovarius gave a stirring and moving performance that invigorated the audience.
The American crossover thrash band Suicidal Tendencies brought their punk rock attitude and high-octane intensity to the stage, and the British extreme metal band Cradle Of Filth enthralled the crowd with a hauntingly beautiful performance.
While Ugly Kid Joe, an American rock band, brought their timeless tunes and nostalgic sound to the festival, Jinjer, a Ukrainian progressive metal band, displayed their distinct fusion of melodic vocals and strong grooves.
The American thrash metal band Exodus gave a high-energy performance that got the crowd hyped and eager for more. The festival was finally brought to a close by the Scottish pirate metal band Alestorm, leaving the crowd with enduring memories of their magnificent and spectacular performance.