Aftershock Festival 2025, set for October 2–5 at Discovery Park in Sacramento, promises an intense lineup for fans of extreme metal. Among the standout acts are deathgrind veterans Cattle Decapitation and brutal death metal titans Dying Fetus, All Shall Perish, and Six Feet under.

Cattle Decapitation
Hailing from San Diego, Cattle Decapitation brings their signature blend of deathgrind and environmental themes to the festival. Known for their ferocious live performances, they’re a must-see for fans of the genre.

Dying Fetus
Representing Maryland’s brutal death metal scene, Dying Fetus delivers technically complex riffs and politically charged lyrics. Their inclusion adds a layer of intensity to the festival’s lineup.

Other Notable Acts
Saturday’s lineup also features:

• Carcass: Pioneers of melodic death metal.
• Nails: Known for their aggressive hardcore-infused grindcore.
• Spite: Delivering deathcore with relentless energy

These bands, among others, contribute to a day filled with some of the heaviest performances of the festival.

Aftershock 2025 boasts over 115 bands across four stages, with headliners including Deftones, Korn, Bring Me The Horizon, and Rob Zombie. The festival also features special performances such as Cavalera playing Sepultura’s “Chaos A.D.” in full and Dream Theater celebrating their 40th anniversary.

For the full lineup and ticket information, visit the official Aftershock Festival website.