About:
METALDAYS Festival is an annual metal music festival held in Tolmin, Slovenia. The festival provides a platform for both renowned international metal bands and emerging talent to deliver powerful and energetic performances.
Famous For:
The festival is known for its dedication to showcasing a wide range of metal subgenres, including heavy metal, thrash metal, death metal, black metal, and more.
Creation Purpose:
The festival was founded in 2004 by the team behind the Slovenian metal magazine, "Metal Mania." The founders aimed to create an immersive experience for metal enthusiasts by bringing together a diverse lineup of metal acts in a picturesque natural setting. Their vision was to provide a unique space for metal fans to unite, celebrate their shared passion, and enjoy a week of intense metal music in a welcoming and friendly atmosphere.
Fun Facts:
METALDAYS Festival takes place in the breathtaking Soča Valley, surrounded by the Julian Alps and situated alongside the emerald green Soča River. The stunning natural surroundings add an extra dimension to the festival experience.
Impact on the Music Industry:
METALDAYS Festival has played a significant role in promoting and supporting the metal genre.
Festival was scheduled from 25 Jul to 29 Jul 2022 (4 day(s)).
MetalDays Festival takes place in Tolmin, Slovenia. Here is the full address of the festival: Dijaska ulica 18 5220 Tolmin, Slovenia
Jinjer, Meshuggah, Testament, Amenra, Death Angel, Mercyful Fate, Skindred, Moonspell, Suffocation, Rotting Christ.
The most popular genres and subgenres of the past edition were:
heavy metal
rock
punk
metal
death metal
black metal
melodic death metal
thrash metal
hardcore
progressive metal
doom metal
brutal death metal
atmospheric black metal
metalcore
speed metal
experimental
grindcore
groove metal
post-metal