The full assault of thrash’s best was on display as the tour pairing two legends of the genre detonated in Los Angeles.

The four-day celebration at Crew Stadium was anchored by stunning sets from Avenged Sevenfold, Tool, KISS, Deftones, Rob Zombie, Foo Fighters and more.

See epic images featuring legendary performances from Siouxsie, Iggy, Idol, and so many more.

The band also debuted new music with the live reveal of “Never Dawn”.

See the mammoth photo gallery covering all of the action from the Daytona International Speedway.

See the comprehensive gallery of images featuring sets from System of A Down, Deftones, Korn, Turnstile, Papa Roach, Coal Chamber, Incubus, Death Grips and so many more.

Heading one of the most diverse packages of the spring, the theatric metal showmen prove dazzling with Veil of Maya and Orbit Culture in tow.

Joined by Crown the Empire and Thousand Below the atmosphere was electric from start to finish.

Old school and new blood joined forces on one of the most versatile touring showcases of heft of the year.

Label partner Ricky Singh reflects on the recent label showcase that underscored the health and influence of the current era of the genre.

See the gallery of images from one of the most dynamic tour packages of the year.

The hometown show for the co-headliners underscored their enduring catalog and their continued musical dominance.

One of the most anticipated tours of the year features a tandem of rock music’s most anthemic ambassadors.

See the gamechanging outfit bring down the house at Makuhari Messe in Chiba-city.

Knotfest contributor and resident in shred Daniel DeKay details his first hand account of one of North America’s best independent heavy culture festivals.