Formed in 1985: vocalist/guitarist Corporate Death (Lance Lencioni), bassist/vocalist Nefarious (Charles Lescewicz), and drummer Dennis the Menace (Dennis Ritchie). The trio is a vanguard of the style they’ve come to describe as “murder metal,” a ferocious mix of death metal, punk rock, grind, jazz fusion, thrash and folk melodies among other sounds with lyrics examining real-life stories of serial killers, mass murderers and more.

Established in 1992, Chicago atmospheric death / doom metal band released Grievances via M-Theory Audio in late 2024 and return to the Holiday Of Horror for the first time since 1997.   For fans of: PARADISE LOST, OPETH, AMORPHIS, TYPE O NEGATIVE,  MY DYING BRIDE, CEMETARY, WINTER, KATATONIA, GREEN CARNATION, ANATHEMA, SKEPTICISM, VED BUENS ENDE… 

Texas Toast Chainsaw Massacre is a powerhouse of crossover thrash metal, hailing from the vibrant music scene of Chicago, Illinois. Formed in 2011, this band quickly gained notoriety for their high-energy performances and humorous lyrics and antics. The band's lineup includes long-time members Josh “Macho Frost” Kandich on vocals and Jordan Miller on lead guitar, along with bassist Viaj D Crum and drummer Tony Strissel. Over the years, they've maintained their independent status, allowing them the creative freedom to produce music that's unapologetically original and raw. Texas Toast Chainsaw Massacre is renowned for their live shows, where their infectious energy and dynamic stage presence captivate audiences. Each performance is a rollercoaster of mosh pits, laughter, and headbanging, leaving fans exhilarated and eager for more. Incorporating props such as inflatables and pool noodles, they encourage crowd participation, but also incorporate wrestling themes such as starting “feuds” with bands over a custom made championship title and using “weapons” during their performances such as chair shots and putting people through tables onstage.  Texas Toast Chainsaw Massacre is always ready to ensure everyone is having a good time and encourages fun over all else, always leaving the stage on a high note to get the crowd moving and leaving a positive attitude in the air.

Formed in 2010, Condition Critical delivers high-intensity, no-bullshit thrash metal in the tradition of the genre’s most violent pioneers. Described as “a literal war of sound that attacks you with deadly perfection” (New Wave of Thrash Zine), they’ve built a reputation on relentless riffage, vicious stage presence, and tours across the U.S., Europe, and Russia.

Assaulting your ear holes for the past 16 years, Bones returns after a 3 year live hiatus to ruin your night. Bones will kick your fucking ass with their brand of 3 chord heavy metal. Your neck will snap, your head will pound and your liver will quiver. Good luck!

Since 2003, DISROBE have performed their furious blend of thrash influenced punk rock protest music.

Created as the world closed down, pre-pandemic experimental recording driven BRAINBLEED turned quickly into a live venue-loving crossover calamity. As the plague surrendered, BRAINBLEED invites the listener through lightning fast sets to engage with the darker state of affairs like creeping isolation, injustice, inequality, and not puking on our couch.