In the absence of new festivals to cover, GameOn.media is taking a look back at some of our favorite festivals, which we look forward to writing about and taking pictures of, just as soon as we are able to safely do so again.

Danny Wimmer Presents has become the leading producer of rock festivals in the United States, and one of their crown jewels is Monster Energy Aftershock Festival, which takes place in the fall at Discovery Park in Sacramento, the state capital of California. This event, held amongst the trees in the brilliant sunlight of the day, which fades into the cool crisp autumn evening, has become the biggest hard rock event west of the Mississippi. Fans travel from far and wide to catch up with old friends, check out the biggest legends in music, and discover the new artists which will become their favorites.

Aftershock Festival is perfectly curated to bring in the biggest acts of today, rare appearances by legends, and star-making sets by new bands. Headliners Slipknot, Tool, Blink-182, Korn, Rob Zombie, Disturbed, Shinedown, Limp Bizkit, Godsmack, Five Finger Death Punch, Avenged Sevenfold, System Of A Down, Deftones, and Slash always put on a killer performance. This fest also offers the chance for younger fans to experience legends such as Alice In Chains, Anthrax, Testament, Megadeth, Faith No More, Nine Inch Nails, Weezer, Tech N9ne and Ozzy Osbourne. You should always show up early, as you may get the chance to be introduced to rising stars like Nothing More, Volbeat, Avatar, Ghost, Fever 333, Starset, In This Moment, Badflower and Highly Suspect.

More than 200 artists have graced the stage of California’s largest rock festival, including:

Get your tickets and all info NOW for the 2021 edition, expanded to 4 days and featuring 2 sets from Metallica, as well as headline sets from My Chemical Romance and Limp Bizkit – https://aftershockfestival.com/

These are some of our favorite pictures, captured between 2013 and 2019:

Best of Aftershock Festival

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Aftershock 2019 Day 1

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Aftershock 2019 Day 2

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The much talked about Blink-182 / Lil Wayne tour stopped in San Diego on August 7, 2019 at Chula Vista’s North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre. The band which began in nearby Poway now features founding member Mark Hoppus on bass and vocals, long-time drummer Travis Barker, and Alkaline Trio guitarist and vocalist Matt Skiba, who replaced founding member Tom DeLonge in 2015.

The band is celebrating the 20th anniversary of their landmark breakthrough album “Enema of the State”, and they opened the show by playing it front to back. The stage set was elaborate with animation projected over speakers, and streamers, confetti, smoke, fire and inflatable aliens all added to the mix. The crowd was very excited to sing along with the classic songs.

The self-proclaimed (with much agreement) Best Rapper Alive Lil Wayne opened up his set blasting a well known 6 Foot 7 Foot, cranked through 27 tracks during his hour long performance, and ended every song with a “Thank You”.

Lil Wayne has always been a fan of rock, incorporating a lot of guitars and drums into “IANAHB” and “Tha Carter V”. For the tour, he heavily used a punk twist on alot of his songs that even had the people there for Blink-182 dancing along. There was a lot of controversy about whether Lil Wayne would even finish the tour after experiencing a few cities where he didn’t have enough support. Luckily for San Diego, he stuck it out. Near the end of his performance, he was so thrilled with the crowd he joked about possibly moving out here.

After concluding with his new song “Uproar”, Lil Wayne had this to say, “Thank you. Ladies and gentlemen my name is Tunechi! I am here on behalf of Young Money MFN Records. That’s my DJ, DJ T Lewis. This is my amazing ass band. That’s the one man band, I got the man behind the band, and I brought the fam. Ladies and gentleman, 3 important things before we get out this bitch. #1 is we all ain’t shit without the love above. #2 is I know I ain’t shit without you. Ladies and gentlemen what is #3? I. AIN’T. SHIT. WITHOUT. YOU! My name is Tunechi, thank you. Get ready for BLINK-182 N****!”

Welsh pop punk band Neck Deep opened for Lil Wayne and Blink-182. Their performance was a lively 45 minutes that really had the crowd engaged. The singer took time to make jokes for the crowd, even stating, “I’m trying to sound like Blink-182, so you can blame them for my shitty American accent when I sing” between songs. Their most notable song was “December”, off their 2015 album “Life’s Not Out to Get You”. The band is heavily influenced by Blink-182 and was gracious for the opportunity to go on tour with them.

Blink-182 SD19

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Lil Wayne SD19

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Aftershock 2019

Expands To Three Days With Massive Lineup Featuring

Tool, Slipknot, blink-182,

Korn, Rob Zombie, Staind,

Bring Me The Horizon, A Day To Remember, Marilyn Manson,

Lamb of God, Halestorm, Chevelle & Many More

Plus Special Onsite Collaboration With Metallica’s

Blackened Whiskey & Enter Night Pilsner

California’s Biggest Rock Festival Returns To

Sacramento’s Discovery Park

October 11, 12 & 13

Tickets, VIP Packages And Hotel Options On Sale

Friday, April 26 At Noon PT

After welcoming a sold-out crowd of 60,000 people in 2018, Aftershock returns even bigger this year, expanding to three full days of performances from some of the most popular music acts, including a mix of chart-topping headliners and up-and-coming buzzworthy bands across the rock spectrum. The eighth annual edition of California’s biggest rock festival takes place Friday, October 11, Saturday, October 12 and Sunday, October 13 at Discovery Park near downtown Sacramento, CA, and is produced by premier independent festival producer Danny Wimmer Presents.

The lineup features Tool, Slipknot, blink-182, Korn, Rob Zombie and the return of Staind after a 5-year hiatus. Additional acts include Bring Me The Horizon, A Day To Remember, Marilyn Manson, Lamb of God, Halestorm, Dropkick Murphys, BABYMETAL, Bad Religion, Stone Temple Pilots, and many more.

Korn’s Brian “Head” Welch says, “Aftershock Festival is always a unique experience for Korn compared to other festivals. One of the main reasons is we have many friends and family that live near Sacto, so it’s always like a family reunion when we play Aftershock. We’ve been gone a while and we’re coming back this year with a new album, new stage look, and a new excitement that is very contagious! We feel like we are on fire right now and our fans are gonna be fuel for the flames!”

VIP and General Admission tickets, as well as hotel packages, for Aftershock will be available beginning on Friday, April 26 at12:00 PM PT. 

Visit www.AftershockFestival.com for more details.

The current music lineup for Aftershock is as follows (subject to change):

Friday, October 11

Slipknot, Staind, Lamb of God, Halestorm, Dropkick Murphys, Sum 41, Clutch, I Prevail, Beartooth, Motionless In White, Andrew W.K., Philip H. Anselmo & The Illegals, Knocked Loose, Angel Du$t, While She Sleeps, Ded, The Pink Slips, Santa Cruz

Saturday, October 12

blink-182, Rob Zombie, Bring Me The Horizon, Marilyn Manson, Stone Temple Pilots, Bad Religion, Highly Suspect, Ghostemane, Fidlar, The Interrupters, Fishbone, Badflower, Ho99o9, Health, Parlor Mob, Sick Puppies, Spirit Adrift, Broken Hands, Dead Posey

Sunday, October 13

Tool, Korn, A Day To Remember, Chevelle, BABYMETAL, Gojira, Architects, Falling In Reverse, Deadland Ritual, Fu Manchu, The Crystal Method, Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes, The Hu, Fire From The Gods, Joyous Wolf, Evan Konrad, Brkn Love, Blue Midnight

Danny Wimmer Presents is also proud to announce a collaboration with Metallica’s Blackened Whiskey and Enter Night Pilsner. Blackened, a super-premium American whiskey blend, crafted by the late Master Distiller Dave Pickerell and finished in the earth shattering music of Metallica, and Enter Night Pilsner, a collaboration with the rockstars of craft brewing Stone Brewing Company, will come together under one roof to offer guests a one-of-kind musical festival experience. The BoilerMaker pop-up will feature a Blackened & Enter Night Boilermaker, as well as craft cocktails and ice-cold Enter Night Pilsner. This exciting collaboration marks the latest in a long line of amplified guest experiences only available through Danny Wimmer Presents music festivals. More info to come…

In addition to performances from top music artists, attendees at this year’s Aftershock can enjoy a variety of local and regional food and beverage offerings provided by DWP’s affiliate concessionaire, Southern Hospitality Concessions LLC. Fan favorites like Spicy Pie Pizza, Island Noodles and Phat Daddy’s Creole will be available, as well as selections from local spots including Florez Bar and Grill, Pica Pica Arepas, and some of the best BBQ in town from Buckhorn BBQ and Big Joe’s. Sacramento’s thriving food truck scene will also be rolling up to the festival grounds with delectable dishes from Baconmania, Dogtown, Drewski’s Hot Rod Sandwiches, La Mex Taqueria, Hefty Gyros and Cousins Maine Lobster. Look for more food experience details to be announced soon.

Ticket prices for Aftershock will be as follows:

• 3-Day Weekend General Admission: starting at $269.50 + fees
• 3-Day VIP: starting at $449.50 + fees
• Single Day General Admission: starting at $99.50 + fees
• Single Day VIP: starting at $199.50 + fees

A limited number of GA ticket 4-packs will also be available.

VIP tickets include VIP entrance lanes into the venue, shaded VIP hang area with seating for dining, VIP-only viewing area of main stage, video screens featuring live feed from main stages, upgraded food and drink selections (for additional purchase), dedicated VIP restrooms, and commemorative Aftershock 2019 laminate.

Tickets for Aftershock have sold out for four years straight. Fans are encouraged to buy early to save, and to secure a spot at this year’s event.

Aftershock is again offering a Park & Ride shuttle program, as parking at Discovery Park is extremely limited. Each Park & Ride ticket includes parking at Sleep Train Arena and a non-stop shuttle directly to and from the festival site each day. Festivalgoers are encouraged to carpool to Sleep Train Arena and enjoy this convenient way to get to Aftershock. For all pricing and more details, visit www.AftershockFestival.com.

Aftershock sponsors include Monster Energy, Zippo, Thunder Valley Casino Resort, Fearless Records, Fxck Cancer, Ace of Spades, Coors Light, Kolas, Take Me Home and more to be announced.

Discovery Park is located at 1600 Garden Highway in Sacramento. Festival doors open at 11:00 AM daily.

Aftershock is produced by Los Angeles-based Danny Wimmer Presents, one of the largest independent producers of destination music festivals in America. Additional DWP events include Bourbon & Beyond, Chicago Open Air, Epicenter Festival, Hometown Rising, Louder Than Life, Rock Allegiance, Sonic Temple Art + Music Festival, and Welcome To Rockville.

For more information on Aftershock please visit:

Website: www.AftershockFestival.com

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/AftershockFestival

Twitter: http://twitter.com/AftershockSac

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/AftershockConcert/

Hashtag: #Aftershock

About Danny Wimmer Presents: Since 1993, music industry veteran Danny Wimmer has been producing concerts and festivals, both large and small. In 2011, he formed Danny Wimmer Presents, which now produces several of the largest music destination festivals in the U.S. By combining A-list talent with local cuisine and culture, DWP has become recognized within the industry for delivering the highest-quality entertainment experiences to fans, artists, sponsors, partners and host cities. DWP creates memorable and all-encompassing festival experiences, leaving both consumers and partners with lasting and meaningful impressions. DWP will continue to add new music festivals to its already stellar portfolio, which currently includes Aftershock Festival, Bourbon & Beyond, Chicago Open Air, Epicenter Festival, Hometown Rising, Louder Than Life, Sonic Temple Art + Music Festival, and Welcome To Rockville. Previous DWP festivals include Rock On The Range, Carolina Rebellion, Northern Invasion and more.

www.DannyWimmerPresents.com

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KROQ, Travis Barker & John “Feldy” Feldmann Present
2nd Annual Back To The Beach
With blink-182, Goldfinger, The Used,
Reel Big Fish, The Story So Far, Streetlight Manifesto, The Aquabats, And More

Festival Returns On Saturday, April 27 & Sunday, April 28
To The Sands Of The World Famous
Huntington State Beach In Southern California

Tickets Starting At $79.99 For A Weekend Pass
Kids 10 And Under Get In Free With Paid Adult Admission

KROQ, Travis Barker and John Feldmann come together once again to present the 2nd annual Back To The Beach, returning to Huntington State Beach on Saturday, April 27 and Sunday, April 28. This weekend destination festival debuted last year, and over 30,000 fans came out to see some of the biggest names in modern ska, punk and reggae. Back To The Beach will feature performances from blink-182, Goldfinger, The Used, Reel Big Fish, The Story So Far, Streetlight Manifesto, The Aquabats, and many more, performing on the shore of the Pacific Ocean in picturesque Orange County, California.

The daily band lineup for Back To The Beach is as follows (subject to change):

• Saturday, April 27

  blink-182, Goldfinger, Reel Big Fish, Streetlight Manifesto, The Aquabats, Save Ferris, The English Beat, and The Drowns

• Sunday, April 28

  The Used, The Story So Far, Anthony Green, The Wonder Years, Less Than Jake, Story Of The Year, Teenage Wrist, and Lowlives

John “Feldy” Feldmann of Goldfinger, co-producer of Back To The Beach, says, “Back To The Beach has been one of the funnest things I’ve ever been part of. What could be better than a mostly ska festival?? I grew up on ska music and I had the best time of my life last year at the show… This year may even be better! Travis and I are so excited to do the show yet again… I cannot wait!”

“We are so excited to have blink-182 as part of this year’s event,” adds John Reese, Back To The Beach Producer and CEO of Synergy Global Entertainment, Inc. “A huge thank you to California State Parks for having us back for another year. We couldn’t ask for a more beautiful venue with a more perfect lineup.”

Back To The Beach will feature a carnival midway, beach games, great food (with vegan options), craft beer and cocktails, and more. Families are invited to explore the Lil’ Punk Kid Zone, which will be a fun all-inclusive safe place for kids 10 & under who are accompanied by an adult. The area will feature healthy food options including a fruit cart, and will give kids a place to play and engage while still being part of the festival experience. Under a tented shade zone, new moms will have a clean, private place to breastfeed, as well as hand washing areas and clean bathrooms for families only. The area will offer face painting and beach games, as well as arts and crafts and much more. While kids enjoy the time of their lives, parents can sit and relax while still listening to and seeing the festival on jumbo screens.

Tickets go on sale Friday, January 25 at 10:00 AM PT at http://backtothebeachfest.com. A limited number of Weekend General Admission passes will be available for $79.99 (plus fees), while supplies last. VIP ticket package options are also available. For this all-ages family friendly event, kids under 10 get in free when accompanied by an adult with paid admission.

Back To The Beach is produced by Synergy Global Entertainment (SGE), blink-182‘s Travis Barker and Goldfinger‘s John Feldmann.

Back To The Beach partners include: Rockstar Energy Drink, Kona Brewing Company, Sailor Jerry Rum, Mike’s HARDER, Cupcake Vineyards, Corona Extra, and more to be announced.

For more information on Back To The Beach, visit:

• Website: http://backtothebeachfest.com
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/backtothebeachfest
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/backtothebeachfest
• Hashtag: #backtothebeachfest

Wrap up videos from Back To The Beach 2018 can be seen here:

• https://www.facebook.com/backtothebeachfest/videos/162077364462213/
• https://www.facebook.com/backtothebeachfest/videos/162383164431633/

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