Mountains Of Metal - Saturday 5th July, 2025

This Years Mountains of Metal!

CROWLEY:

Crowley are an occult rock band from Newcastle upon Tyne, UK. They are comprised of Vocalist, Lidya Balaban, Guitarists, Eliza Lee and Ruth Cranston, Bassist, Kim Fellows and Drummer, Sav Montore. Formed in 2022, the band reinvigorates the sounds of retro Pagan Rock.

Inspired by the band's Classic Rock roots and a fascination with witchcraft their current releases 'The Witching Hour', 'Something Wicked This Way Comes', 'Pyre' and 'Hell Hath No Fury' blend a Heavy Rock style with uniquely Gothic flavours to produce their signature style.

These releases and a notoriously powerful live performance have garnered support from Bloodstock festival, Planet Rock, BBC Introducing, Primordial Radio and more.

TROJAN:

Formed in 1982 emerging from the ashes of the NWOBHM, Trojan initially went through various line-up changes before recording their classic debut album, 'Chasing The Storm' in 1985.

Today’s Trojan have played a host of well-known festivals in Europe and are excelling even more with their Speed/Power/Melodic Thrash Metal sound.

BANG BANG FIRECRACKER:

Get ready for Hard-Hittin, Ear-Splittin' Rock 'N' F*ck*n' Roll! Fans of Motorhead, The Almighty and early Iron Maiden will immediately connect with this trio from the bowels of Stoke-On-Trent!

The band started out as an inspired solo project conceived by Guitarist, Kieron ‘K’ Berry, after being on tour with Chris Holmes (W.A.S.P founder and Guitarist) in 2017. Over time, BBF have progressed and transformed into the full on trio of Kieron 'K' Berry (Guitar/Vocals), Marcus 'The Frequency of Indecency' Wrench (Bass Guitar/Backing Vocals) and Bobby 'The Power and The Glory' Ansell (Drums) who make up the Power Trio that is Bang Bang Firecracker.

They've released debut album, 'Welcome To The Slaughterhouse' & 3 killer EP's 'See Evil', 'Hear Evil,'Speak Evil' so far, not to mention playing numerous shows in many grassroot venues up and down the UK including our very own Yorkshireman and at a variety of Rock & Metal Festivals including 'Call Of The Wild', Hard Rock Hell 'Spring Break' & Hella Rock over the years!

ELKAPATH:

Elkapath are a glorious fusion of synths and heavy riff filled guitars working together in perfect harmony. Elkapath has only in the last few years become a full band and has spent the best part of years playing music as a solo online musician.

Elkapath was created by Carla Elkapath, who started the project when she was just 18 years old writing songs just in her bedroom using virtual keyboard programs and recording her vocals and writing lyrics.

Many years later in 2019 her songwriting was transformed into a full band as she wanted to perform live and have live guitars added to her songs to give it a stronger sound and this became the Elkapath we know today. Elkapath are an independent band.

Their style is a mixture of various electronic styles and a wide mixture of guitar styles from punk right down to low tuned gut grinding metal with the odd wildcard song. In 2022 and 2023, Elkapath toured the 'The Black Spiders' Album across the UK including some well-established grass roots festivals. 2024 saw a refreshed take on their trademark style for the new EP, 'The Twisted Jester'.

The current members are Carla Elkapath (Vocals/Synths), Chris Horwood-Jones (Drums),

Joshua Gordon (Lead Guitar), Simon Steele (Rhythm Guitar) & Ross Whitaker (Bass).

NO SETTING SUN:

Derby's Trailblazing Alt. Metal / Alt. Rock band, No Setting Sun infuse the timeless spirit of Rock 'N' Roll with a cutting-edge, modern twist. Their music pushes the boundaries of the genre, delivering a fresh and catchy sound that captivates both traditional Rock enthusiasts and a new generation of music lovers.

Since their inception, the band has opened up for numerous touring band, including Courteeners, Nothing But Thieves, The Black Spiders and These Wicked Rivers not to mention performing at various shows and festivals up and down the country.

In 2022, No Setting Sun released their debut EP, 'From The Earth', which got great reception and was rated 8/10 by ERB Magazine, stating a band not to miss live. They are no strangers to Steel City over the last couple of years and we welcome them with open arms to Mountains Of Metal 2025!

BORN ZERO:

Hailing from the underground of the Birmingham Metal scene, Born Zero are a four-piece Metal/Hardcore band making waves with their diverse and groove-heavy sound.

Incorporating influences from both Classic and Contemporary Metal, Born Zero refuses to be confined to genre boundaries. With rap-style vocals from Lead Singer, Levi and a dynamic range that includes lighter components, Born Zero deliver a punchy and unforgettable live experience.

Having been a dominant force in the UK underground scene, Born Zero are ready to share their burly, hard-hitting set with fans across the country. Born Zero have something to offer for any fan of Heavy Metal, old or new!

MYSTIEK:

Mystiek are a 4-piece high octane, energy inducing, stage thrashing Hard Rock band from the West Midlands.

Following their previous successes supporting Tygers of Pan Tang and Wayward Sons, the bands latest single Bring Me Down has reached international radio stations and received some positive reviews!

The band consists of Jimmy (Bass), Lewis (Drums), Will (Lead Guitar) & Josh (Rhythm Guitar / Vocals). Join the #StiekyGang!

THUNARWULF:

Rising from the old kingdom of Hen Ogledd, ThunarWülf (olde English for Thunder Wolf) formed in 2022, with their first self titled EP being released at the end of the year.

Forged from members of local folk heroes, Treebeard and The Kraken fused with a plethora of established metal musicians, ThunarWülf bring forward an energetic and aggressive mix of huge riffs, traditional folk melodies from the British Isles and beyond, sprinkled with catchy hooks.

Described as “Ensiferum meets Warlock” and “The right mix of folk, 80’s metal and huge riffs”.

ThunarWülf sing songs of ancient myths and legends, many of which have remained untold since ages past. Fill your steins, raise your horns, and don your woad, for tonight, WE RIDE!