Lorna Shore, Cannibal Corpse and Others to Perform at New England Metal & Hardcore Festival 2025

The anticipated return of the New England Metal & Hardcore Festival is slated for September 20, 2025, at The Palladium Outdoors in Worcester, MA, boasting a lineup that is sure to keep metal fans on the edge of their seats. The festival will be headlined by Lorna Shore, with additional support from legendary acts such as Cannibal Corpse and Kublai Khan TX.

Interestingly, Bury Your Dead has made waves by announcing that their final performance will take place at the festival, featuring the classic lineup with Matt Bruso, Mark Costello, Brendan “Slim” MacDonald, and Aaron “Bubble” Patrick. The festival lineup, consisting of a diverse array of bands, includes All Out War, Bayway, Big Ass Truck, Cannibal Corpse, Chamber, Despised Icon, Drain, Full of Hell, Gates to Hell, Gideon, Guilt Trip, Hard Target, Kublai Khan TX, Lorna Shore, Madball, Municipal Waste, PeelingFlesh, Sanguisugabogg, Shadow of Intent, Teeth, The Black Dahlia Murder, Varials, and Vomit Forth.

Co-founder Scott Lee shared his excitement about the festival, emphasizing that despite the single-day format, the lineup is packed with top-tier talent from start to finish. He stated, “This time, it’s one day, but we didn’t cut corners. This lineup is stacked from top to bottom. We’re bringing you the best of the best. All gas, no brakes. Weeeeeee.”

The festival promises to deliver an unforgettable experience for metal enthusiasts. Ticketing details can be found on the festival’s official website for those eager to secure their spot at this must-see event. Don’t miss out on this exceptional opportunity to witness some of the most iconic names in metal and hardcore music all in one place.