As the sun began to set on the streets of Anaheim, a palpable energy coursed through the air, electrifying the crowd gathered outside the iconic House of Blues. Fans of all ages clad in black band tees and ripped jeans, eagerly awaiting the onslaught of sonic chaos to come. It was clear: tonight, the House of Blues Anaheim was about to become a mosh pit mayhem, and no one was ready to be left behind.

As the lights dimmed and the anticipation grew, Nerv took to the stage, setting the tone for a night of rampant chaos and musical fury. The Sacramento, CA natives wasted no time in unleashing their unique, genre bending, sound sending the crowd into a frenzy with their electrifying opening performance. Lead vocalist, Dillon Jones, commanded the stage with his raw energy and passion, as the band tore through their set with a precision and intensity that left the packed House of Blues Anaheim crowd captivated. With their crushing riffs, pummeling drums, and soaring vocals, Nerv proved themselves to be the perfect catalyst for the mayhem that was to come, setting the bar high for the rest of the evening's festivities.

The Word Alive stormed the stage, igniting their set with “2012” that sent the pit into a frenzy. The Arizona-based metalcore outfit, led by the enigmatic TWA frontman Telle Smith, brought an infectious energy to the House of Blues Anaheim, injecting the audience with a dose of adrenaline that would course through their veins for the rest of the night. Smith's razor-sharp vocals cut through the chaos, as the band ripped through a blistering setlist that showcased their technical prowess, airtight rhythms, and crushing breakdowns left a trail of destruction in their wake.

The anticipation reached a fever pitch as Memphis May Fire took to the stage, exploding with an auditory maelstrom that turned the House of Blues Anaheim upside down. From the opening chords of "Make Believe," the Texas quintet's blistering set was a masterclass in aggression, precision, and energy. Lead singer Matty Mullins' vocals were a force to be reckoned with, as he tore through the band's catalog of heavy hitters, including "Bleed Me Dry" and "Vices." The guitar attack of Kellen McGregor was airtight, the intricate harmonies and crushing riffs weaving together in a beautiful display of metallic fury. Memphis May Fire delivered a truly unforgettable performance and one that left even the most jaded metalhead breathless and begging for more.

Next up were the British metalcore legends, Asking Alexandria. A.A. exploded right into “Closure” and “Alone Again” setting the tone for what was to come.

The air was electric as the band launched into their set, with lead vocalist Danny Worsnop's powerful, piercing screams and clean vocals reminiscent of the “Stand Up and Scream” era. Surging forward, the crowd was a sea of mosh pits, crowd surfers, (a few flying beers) and banging heads as the Brit lads tore through their set, peppered with favorites like “Into the Fire,” “Someone, Somewhere,” “The Violence” with a special appearance from Telle from The Word Alive, and "The Final Episode.” Guitarist Cameron Liddell delivered crushing riffs, while bassist Sam Bettley and drummer James Cassells provided the pummeling backbone that kept the pits in a state of perpetual motion. The band's high-energy performance was matched only by the audience's unbridled zeal, creating a jaw dropping experience that would leave a lasting impression on all who witnessed it.

All My Friends Tour unleashes mayhem at the House of Blues - Anaheim

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Asking Alexandria

Memphis May Fire

The Word Alive

Nerv