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Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival

After Hosting The Largest Rock Event In Ohio History

And Breaking All Attendance Records in 2025

Sonic Temple Is Excited To Reveal The Full Lineup For

The Pinnacle Of Rock Festivals In America

May 14-17, 2026

At Historic Crew Stadium In Columbus, Ohio

Over 140 Bands Announced Across 5 Stages Led By

My Chemical Romance, Pierce The Veil, Breaking Benjamin (Thursday),

Shinedown, The Offspring, Staind (Friday),

Bring Me The Horizon, Good Charlotte, Marilyn Manson (Saturday)

Tool, Godsmack, Megadeth (Sunday)

All pass types, including Single Day, 4-day,

GA, GA Plus, VIP, and Premium Experiences

On Sale Now At SonicTempleFestival.com

Festival producer Danny Wimmer Presents has revealed Tool and Shinedown will join previously announced headliners My Chemical Romance and Bring Me The Horizon for the fifth year of Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival, May 14, 15, 16 & 17 at Historic Crew Stadium in Columbus, Ohio.

The Pinnacle of Rock Festivals in America will feature an extensive rock, metal, and punk lineup of 140+ bands, and has expanded to 5 stages in 2026. Headlining artists for Sonic Temple 2026 include:

Thursday, May 14: My Chemical Romance, Pierce The Veil, Breaking Benjamin

Friday, May 15: Shinedown, The Offspring, Staind

Saturday, May 16: Bring Me the Horizon, Good Charlotte, Marilyn Manson

Sunday, May 17: Tool, Godsmack, Megadeth

Brent Smith of Shinedown said, “Barry, Zach, Eric and I have waited for this opportunity to be a headliner at Sonic Temple for a very long time. We are going to go all out for this performance. We know the fans have very high expectations. So with that being said, we are going to give all of Ohio everything we’ve got!!!! Thank you to Danny Wimmer for this incredible opportunity!!! LET’S GO SHINEDOWN NATION.”

The overall music lineup for Sonic Temple 2026 includes: My Chemical Romance, Tool, Bring Me The Horizon, Shinedown, Pierce The Veil, Good Charlotte, The Offspring, Breaking Benjamin, Godsmack, Sublime, Marilyn Manson, Staind, Megadeth, Halestorm, Lamb of God, Rise Against, All Time Low, Yellowcard, Simple Plan, Electric Callboy, Stone Temple Pilots, Public Enemy, Motionless in White, Coheed and Cambria, Amon Amarth, BUSH, Lorna Shore, The Used, Slaughter To Prevail, Alter Bridge, The Story So Far, Dayseeker, Black Label Society, Architects, Dance Gavin Dance, Chiodos, Body Count feat. Ice-T, Behemoth, Daughtry, New Found Glory, Black Veil Brides, Flyleaf with Lacey Sturm, Tom Morello, Zakk Sabbath, Anthrax, Dethklok, Sepultura, Kublai Khan TX, Avatar, Coal Chamber, Sevendust, Mayday Parade, The Darkness, Story of the Year, We Came As Romans, Thrice, In Flames, Everclear, Motion City Soundtrack, The Wonder Years, State Champs, P.O.D., Static-X, The Ghost Inside, The Plot In You, The Amity Affliction, August Burns Red, Paleface Swiss, Kreator, L.S. Dunes, Cradle of Filth, Atreyu, Lit, Citizen, Biohazard, Carcass, Polaris, DragonForce, Alestorm, Wind Rose, Palaye Royale, Blessthefall, Knuckle Puck, DevilDriver, Hawthorne Heights, Whitechapel, Hinder, Senses Fail, Dying Fetus, Bloodywood, Apocalyptica, thrown, Buckcherry, All That Remains, Anberlin, Cattle Decapitation, Magnolia Park, Catch Your Breath, Chelsea Grin, DOPE, Crown The Empire, Attila, Make Them Suffer, Saliva, From First to Last, Demon Hunter, Thornhill, Brand of Sacrifice, The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, Thy Art Is Murder, Fozzy, Napalm Death, Snot, Bodysnatcher, Alpha Wolf, Egypt Central, Carnifex, Holding Absence, Fleshgod Apocalypse, Mushroomhead, Powerman 5000, The Word Alive, Suffocation, Alira Elfeky, Attack Attack!, Nekrogoblikon, CKY, Drop Dead, Gorgeous, SOiL, Butcher Babies, Wind Walkers, Signs of the Swarm, Woe, Is Me, Jiluka, Disembodied Tyrant, The Pretty Wild, Allt, FLAW, Spiritworld, NERV, Novelists, Conquer Divide, Castle Rat, Windwaker and Left On Red.

Additional music highlights and special appearances for Sonic Temple 2026 include:

Megadeth (farewell tour)

Body Count feat. Ice-T (festival debut)

Flyleaf with Lacey Sturm (20th anniversary of their debut self-titled album)

Sepultura (final farewell tour)

Coal Chamber (rare appearance)

DragonForce (Inhuman Rampage 20th anniversary)

Hawthorne Heights (home state performance)

Saliva (Every Six Seconds 25th Anniversary Tour) 

The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus (20th Anniversary of Don’t You Fake It)

Anberlin (exclusive reunion with original lead singer Stephen Christian)

Snot (reunion)

Egypt Central (reunion)

Mushroomhead (home state performance)

Drop Dead, Gorgeous (reunion)

Beyond the music, one of the most distinctive elements of Sonic Temple is its celebration of visual art—transforming the festival into a living, breathing gallery experience. The onsite Art Boutique, Art Towers, and Art Walls return, featuring live, large-scale installations and interactive pieces that unfold in real time throughout the weekend.

Contemporary American painter Terry Urban, known for his vibrant pop-meets-street style, and illustrator and cartoonist Jay Howell, the creative mind behind Bob’s Burgers and Sanjay and Craig, bold, irreverent visuals will add a playful pulse to the festival grounds. The program also highlights a curated selection of Columbus-based artists, celebrating the city’s vibrant creative community through live mural painting and exclusive artwork featured throughout the site. Together with a curated roster of emerging and established artists, they’ll redefine what it means to experience art at a rock festival.

To round out the immersive atmosphere, the Caduceus Wine Garden—featuring selections from Caduceus Cellars and Merkin Vineyards, owned by Tool’s Maynard James Keenan—returns in 2026, offering fans a refined retreat amid the energy of the weekend. And back by popular demand, The Dive Bar, the festival’s fan-favorite hangout with pop-up performances and surprise appearances, will once again be a must-visit destination on the grounds.

All pass types—including Single Day and 4-day GA, GA Plus, VIP and Premium Experiences—are available now at sonictemplefestival.com/passes for as low as $1 down on layaway, with over six months to pay in full. Premium experiences include Rock Royalty, a GA Plus upgrade that takes fans inside the world of our headliners with exclusive photo ops, curated memorabilia displays, and a luxury lounge environment. The Columbus Owners Club delivers the ultimate festival experience with access to the mainstage field and stadium seats, plus entry to the VIP Lounge, Rock Royalty Lounge, and the private COC Lounge—featuring air-conditioned indoor spaces, an elevated viewing deck, complimentary food and drinks, and premium restrooms. Fans can also live the suite life in one of Historic Crew Stadium’s private suites—perfect for a party with your crew and an unforgettable view of the action. To reserve, fans can email Premium@ColumbusCrew.com. Service fees on all pass purchases include a charity fee for the DWP Foundation, which gives back to local and national charities throughout the year.

A Sonic Temple student offer will be available in 2026, allowing those with a valid .edu address access to a $123 (all-in, fees included) Single-Day GA Stadium Pass via FEVO. For more details, visit https://www.gofevo.com/event/ST-StudentTickets.

DWP has again partnered with GOVX to offer specially priced Sonic Temple passes–including 4-day GA Field, 4-day GA Stadium, and Single Day GA Stadium–to military, nurses, firefighters, and police personnel who can verify their eligibility through GOVX.

Fans can book official Sonic Temple festival hotel and admission packages, which allow festival re-entry each day, via Jampack. In addition, Camping and Parking options are also available for purchase.

In May 2025, Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival cemented its legacy as the Biggest Rock Fest In Columbus History as 175,000 music fans converged on Historic Crew Stadium in Ohio for the sold-out event which featured more than 100 bands playing on four stages, with a number of special and unexpected moments.

Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival is produced by Danny Wimmer Presents, one of the largest independent producers of destination music festivals in America.

Earlier this year, producer Danny Wimmer Presents (DWP) solidified its long-term commitment to Columbus by announcing a five-year extension of its partnership with the Historic Crew Stadium, ensuring that the Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival will continue through at least 2030. This milestone not only secures the future of one of the nation’s most iconic rock festivals but also underscores the event’s growing cultural and economic impact on the region.

Sonic Temple is proud to partner with an incredible lineup of partners in 2026, including Bud Light, Michelob Ultra, Celsius, Jack Daniel’s, Cutwater, White Claw, Goose Island, Eargasm, and more to be announced.

For more information on Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival, visit:

Website: https://sonictemplefestival.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/sonictemplefestival | @SonicTempleFestival

Twitter: www.twitter.com/sonictemplefest | @SonicTempleFest

Instagram: www.instagram.com/sonictemplefestival | @SonicTempleFestival

(Sonic Temple 2025, by Sam Shapiro)

About Danny Wimmer Presents: Since 1995, music industry veteran Danny Wimmer has been producing concerts and festivals, both large and small. In 2011, he founded Danny Wimmer Presents, a live entertainment company that produces the largest rock, metal, and alternative music festivals in the U.S. DWP creates unforgettable and all-encompassing festival experiences, leaving both attendees and partners with lasting and meaningful impressions. Since 2020, DWP has been an innovator in the digital content space with over two dozen international livestreams, acclaimed social series Offstage with DWP, DWPresents Channel on Twitch, which garnered over 25 million worldwide views since its launch in mid-2021, and The Power Hour, a weekly show dedicated to the world of rock that aired on AXS TV. DWP’s paranormal investigative video series Paranormal Prison (2023-2025) documented some of the supernatural experiences at Ohio State Reformatory during Inkcarceration with the help of bands performing at the festival. Episodes are available at www.youtube.com/@DannyWimmerPresents. The 2026 DWP festival lineup includes Aftershock, Bourbon & Beyond, Inkcarceration Music & Tattoo Festival, Louder Than Life, Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival and Welcome To Rockville.

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About Historic Crew Stadium: Historic Crew Stadium is the first ever professional soccer-specific stadium in the United States. In addition to hosting concerts, sporting events and programming throughout the year, the venue also serves as the home of Columbus Crew 2 of MLS NEXT Pro. As announced in October 2025, Historic Crew Stadium will also welcome the United Football League’s Columbus Aviators for their inaugural season in the spring of 2026. Previously serving as the home of the Columbus Crew from 1999-2021, Historic Crew Stadium opened its doors on May 15, 1999 to a sellout crowd for a match against the New England Revolution. It has hosted numerous national and international events: eight U.S. Soccer FIFA World Cup Qualifiers – specifically four consecutive “Dos a Cero” victories for the U.S. over Mexico (2001, 2005, 2009, 2013) – FIFA Women’s World Cup matches, three MLS Cups (2001, 2015, 2020), two MLS All-Star Games and a number of concerts. It was named the world’s most influential stadium of the decade by Stadia Magazine in 2010. In 2008, the venue added a permanent stage in the North End, allowing for up to 35,000 fans to take in concerts and other marquee events.

PUSCIFER

The Normal Isn’t Tour

w/ SUPPORT FROM DAVE HILL 

Red Rocks Amphitheatre

18300 W Alameda Pkwy, Morrison, CO 80465

Sunday, May 3, 2026

TICKETS ON SALE FRI OCT 24TH AT 10AM

PUSCIFER’S NORMAL ISN’T TOUR HITS RED ROCKS AMPHITHEATRE ON MAY 3 

NEW ALBUM NORMAL ISN’T ARRIVES FEBRUARY 6 – WATCH “SELF EVIDENT” NOW – HERE

“Self Evident” video directed by Mat Mitchell and María Aceves Diego 

Oct. 21, 2025, Denver, CO  – Puscifer, the multi-dimensional band featuring Maynard James Keenan, Mat Mitchell and Carina Round, brings their highly-anticipated Normal Isn’t Tour to Red Rocks Amphitheatre on May 3rd. Tickets are on-sale Friday, Oct. 24 at 10.a.m. local time via AXS.com, with a venue pre-sale launching on Thursday, Oct. 23 at 10 a.m. using code PUSCIFER26. 

The tour celebrates the band’s first new album in over five years, Normal Isn’t (Feb. 6, Puscifer Entertainment/Alchemy Recordings/BMG). The record channels the post-punk influences that shaped the members’ early musical experiences while pushing into darker, more guitar-driven territory. 

“We’re definitely leaning into our early influences,” Keenan shares. “It’s the place where goth meets punk. It’s where I came from.”  

Fans can get an early listen to new music with today’s release of “Self Evident” and its accompanying video (https://youtu.be/NfQb5-NEyr8). The video was filmed during a special August performance at Exchange L.A., where Puscifer previewed Normal Isn’t in full for an intimate crowd. 

Written and recorded across Arizona, Los Angeles, and on the road during last year’s Sessanta tour, Normal Isn’t blends the dark electronics and sharp humor Puscifer is known for with a more spontaneous creative process. “From the outset, we had discussed an element of rawness and edge, which guitar brings,” shares Mitchell, who co-produced the album. “We got rid of the guard rails and made the music more aggressive.” 

For Keenan, this release represents a new approach to songwriting. While he’s always been deeply involved in shaping Puscifer’s sound, this time he set-up his own digital recording system and built full song ideas before presenting them to Mat and Carina. 

That shift gives the music fresh immediacy, one that Round says changed the dynamic in the studio. “Instead of just saying, ‘I want this to sound like Fleetwood Mac on cocaine if they had a baby with PJ Harvey,’ Maynard was showing us his intention, which was really cool,” she explains. “In Puscifer, any idea can totally change without any preciousness, and everybody is on board – not unlike an insane asylum. We found each other because we’re demented in a symbiotic way.”   

“Normal Isn’t reflects this time we are living in,” Keenan adds. “As storytellers and artists, our job is to observe, interpret, and report. We take in our environment and share what we see, and what we see around us does not appear normal. Not by a long shot.” 

Contributors to the new collection include Greg Edwards (bass), Gunnar Olsen (drums), and Sarah Jones (drums) with guests Tony Levin (bass on “Normal Isn’t” and “Seven One”), Danny Carey (drums on “Seven One”) and Mr. Ian Ross (father of Atticus Ross, who narrates “Seven One”). 

Normal Isn’t is available now for pre-order and pre-saves (https://Puscifer.lnk.to/NormalIsnt), including multiple limited-edition vinyl variants: standard black, indie retail orange swirl, a Puscifer.com exclusive black ice and clear with black splatter, and a Queen B Vinyl Café fruit punch in tan with black and white splatter. The album is also available on CD, cassette, and digitally. 

Normal Isn’t cover featuring an Andrea Kowch painting 

Photo credit: Travis Shinn 

Puscifer is a band of three creative confidants, namely Mat Mitchell, Carina Round, and Maynard James Keenan, who fuse music, performance, and visual art into a singular experience. Over the years, Puscifer has carved an indelible mark on the cultural landscape, releasing a series of acclaimed albums, selling out famed venues, appearing on the lineups of Coachella, Bonnaroo, and other major festivals, and even curating their own touring festival, Sessanta. They’ve provided what was essentially the soundtrack to the first season of “Yellowstone,” and their albums regularly land on the top 30 of the Billboard Top 200. They’ve made memorable appearances on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”and the “The Late Show,” bringing their signature blend of precision, wit, and theatricality to late night television. 

Puscifer has also welcomed arevolving door of collaborators, from musicians like Greg Edwards, Gunnar Olsen, and Sarah Jones to remixers including Trent Reznor, Atticus Ross, Phantogram, and Sir Mix-A-Lot, as well as actors Bob Odenkirk and Milla Jovovich. It’s also a universe for the (mis)adventures of original characters: Billy D, (his wife) Hildy Berger, Major Douche, and Special Agent Dick Merkin. More than a band, Puscifer is a creative ecosystem; a boundary-pushing collective where sound, story, and spectacle collide. 

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YouTube.com/pusciferdotcom 

Instagram.com/puscifer 

Facebook.com/puscifermusic 

TikTok.com/@puscifermusic 

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Sunstroke Caravan – Rock Rage Radio Interview

1. Tell our Rock Fans about the band’s latest release. Where did the band record, with who, and what was the experience like?

We actually recorded everything ourselves — partly in a garage and partly in Kendall Wynott’s basement. The experience was awesome because it gave us full control to really zero in on every detail and make sure each part matched what we wanted to express emotionally through the music. There’s something special about capturing those raw, honest moments where you’re not just playing notes, you’re playing the character of the song. We really tried to channel that authenticity — to make every track feel alive and true to what we were feeling at the time.

2. How long was the writing process and what inspired you on this release?

We’ve been working on these songs over the past year, taking a more modern approach by releasing one single at a time instead of dropping a full album all at once. Things have changed a lot in the music world — it’s more about consistent releases now, so we’ve been spacing them about a month apart and focusing on making sure each one stands strong on its own.

When it comes to writing, we try to pull ideas straight from each other — from that universal energy you tap into when you’re really present and connected. It’s about being quiet enough to let those emotions surface and then shaping them into something that feels honest. Each song has its own emotional core, and our goal is to translate that feeling as authentically as possible.

3. What changed during this process from previous releases?

Three of us — myself, Matt Wilson, and Mike Morine — were in a previous band together, and Kendall Wynott and I actually played in a band about 20, maybe even 25 years ago. So there’s a lot of shared history and chemistry in this lineup. Coming back together just felt natural, like we already understood each other’s creative direction before even saying much.

What’s really changed this time around is how much we’ve each honed in on our own craft. We’ve matured — both as musicians and as people — and that’s reflected in the music. Everything we release now feels authentic and emotionally grounded. The songs speak to what people are going through today — the challenges, the confusion, the resilience — all those human experiences that connect us.

In a way, this release bridges our past and present. Where our earlier material might have leaned more on introspection, this one feels like it’s in sync with what’s happening in the world right now. It’s both personal and outward-looking — and I think that balance is what makes it stand out.

4. What’s next for the band? Any tours or festivals lined up?

We’ve got a few shows in the works — both locally and regionally — and we’re also talking with a few artist reps to see about lining up some festival dates in the new year. We’re really looking forward to that, especially with the momentum from these new releases.

On top of that, we’re heading back into the “studio” — which in our case is mostly the garage — later this month to start tracking another five songs we’ve got ready. We’ll also be doing some writing over the winter, so it’s a good balance of staying creative while getting ready for the spring and summer touring season.

We like releasing singles one at a time — it gives each song its own space to breathe and connect with listeners. So fans can definitely expect a steady stream of new music heading into next year.

5. Describe your live show to a fan who hasn’t seen you perform before.

Live, we’re energetic and a little bit on the edge — a solid rock-alternative band with a lot of drive. If you’ve never seen us before, definitely come out. It’s an experience worth having. We put a lot of focus on connecting with the crowd — that’s a huge part of what we do. True engagement and authenticity on stage are everything to us, and we really feed off that exchange of energy with the audience.

6. What’s your favorite song to play live?

It’s a tough call, but probably No Tomorrow or Dead Alive. Both are highly energetic, really fun to play, and they carry that kind of underdog spirit that we relate to. They’re powerful songs that always seem to click with the crowd.

7. If you could collaborate on a song or tour with any band, who would it be and why?

We’d love to collaborate with some incredible Canadian acts like Sloan or Wintersleep — both are huge influences. Playing with Matt Mays or Adam Baldwin would be amazing too; they’re phenomenal local artists who’ve really paved the way for Atlantic rock.
If it were up to me personally, I’d say Pearl Jam. I grew up on alternative rock and grunge, and Pearl Jam has always been one of those bands that stuck with me. That kind of energy and sincerity in their music has had a lasting impact.

8. What drives you as a musician?

Connection and creativity. Music has always been a place of healing for me — a way to express and process emotions — but it’s really about that connection. When you’re on stage and everything clicks, there’s this feeling of being part of something bigger than yourself. Those moments of serendipity and shared emotion are what make it all worth it.

9. Which band member gets the most attention from fans?

Definitely our drummer, Matt Wilson. He always steals the spotlight somehow!

10. Who’s the laziest band member when it comes to load-in and load-out?

Also Matt Wilson — without question. He’s usually the first one ready for a nap while the rest of us are hauling gear.

11. What’s the single greatest musical memory so far while being in the band?

We played a festival down in Barrington Passage — its first year running — and it was incredible. The crowd was so engaged, the atmosphere was amazing, and it was extra special because my family was there. It was the first time my young kids saw me perform live, which made it a pretty unforgettable moment.

12. If the band were thrown into a wrestling battle royal, which member would win? Who would be the first to be thrown over the ropes?

Mike Morine would probably take the win — he’s got that quiet determination that sneaks up on you. As for who’d be thrown over the ropes first? Definitely Matt Wilson… or maybe Kendall Wynott. Honestly, those two would probably end up ro-sham-bo’ing for it mid-ring to decide who goes over first.

13. What can fans expect next from the band?

More live shows and a lot more music. We’ve got several new songs dropping over the next few months, and we’re really excited about what’s coming. We truly appreciate everyone who’s been listening, sharing, and supporting us — it means a lot. We think you’ll love what’s next.