Lutharo

Lutharo’s live performance is nothing short of electrifying—a perfect storm of technical precision, raw energy, and undeniable charisma. From the first riff, the Canadian melodic death/thrash metal outfit seized the crowd with a visceral intensity that never let go. Frontwoman Krista Shipperbottom commanded the stage with ferocity, effortlessly switching between guttural growls and soaring cleans.

Their setlist included tracks like “Creating a King” and “Born to Ride” which showed them in their most energetic way. Each song hit with full force, blending melody and aggression in a way that had the pit raging and horns raised high.

Beyond the musicianship, what stood out was the band’s connection with the audience. Whether headbanging at the edge of the stage or shouting out fans between songs, Lutharo made it feel personal. Their energy was infectious, their performance tight, and their passion unmistakable.

Fellowship

Fellowship took the stage with bright energy and the kind of theatrical flair that hinted at Eurovision dreams. The UK power metal band clearly has heart, and their upbeat, fantasy-infused sound drew in a curious crowd. However, the set was inconsistent, some sound issues seem to bother them, with pacing issues and vocals that occasionally struggled to rise above the mix.

Despite that, their guitarist was the undeniable highlight of the night. His solos were sharp, melodic, and effortlessly precise, injecting life into even the flatter moments.

The band’s stage presence leaned into the whimsical, with plenty of glitter and grins, where dedicated fans were singing along. There’s an undeniable charm to their sound an almost Eurovision-ready blend of pop hooks and metal bombast that, with some polish, could win hearts on a bigger stage.

Frozen Crown

Frozen Crown lit up the stage with their signature blend of melodic power metal and high-octane performance, delivering a night that was as heartfelt as it was heavy.
For a band of their size, the stage setup was ambitious, as the amount of people made the stage look tiny instantly, but it somehow worked.

Vocalist Giada Etro was in good form, her powerful voice cutting through the mix with clarity and emotion. But the highlight of the night wasn’t just her vocals—it was the spontaneous, crowd-led celebration of her birthday. Fans broke into a loud “Happy Birthday,”. In the back of the stage it wasn’t heard though and thus a new song was started midway. Giada (Jada) came back to it later to thank the audience for their senerade. The moment showed the genuine connection between Frozen Crown and their fans.

Guitarists Federico Mondelli and Sheena delivered quality riffs, locking in tightly with the rhythm section to keep the energy going. Their chemistry on stage remains one of the band’s strongest assets.

While the performance wasn’t flawless—some mixing issues and tight spacing held things back slightly—the night still delivered memorable moments. Between the musical firepower and the birthday festivities, Frozen Crown proved they’re a rising force in European metal, with a loyal crowd ready to follow every note. And for those who stuck around, the band was staying out after the show to celebrate with their fans.