First Wave Of Artists Announced For Sonic Temple 2026: LORNA SHORE, BRAND OF SACRIFICE & More
The first wave of bands has been revealed for the 2026 edition of Sonic Temple, and the initial announcement leans heavily into the crushing world of deathcore. The annual festival, set for May 14 to 17 at Historic Crew Stadium in Columbus, OH, is already shaping up to be one of the heaviest lineups yet. This first reveal highlights some of the genre’s most dominant and rising forces:
- Lorna Shore
- Paleface Swiss
- Attila
- Chelsea Grin
- Brand Of Sacrifice
- Disembodied Tyrant
Fans won’t have to wait long for more: organizers have confirmed that another lineup announcement is due next week, adding further excitement to what’s already a stacked roster.
“Deathcore has entered the Temple,” wrote organizers. “Wave one is HERE and it hits like your favorite breakdown — Lorna Shore and Paleface Swiss making their Sonic debut backed by Attila, Chelsea Grin, Brand Of Sacrifice, and Disembodied Tyrant. This is just the beginning. Lock in early bird passes for as little as $1 down. Act quickly, prices only go up from here.”
With Sonic Temple 2026 promising four days of heavy music and an atmosphere that has become a cornerstone of U.S. rock and metal festivals, this first wave sets the tone: next year, Columbus will once again become the epicenter of extreme music. Tickets are available here.
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