Slam Dunk has quite rightly secured it place as a staple of the rock, metal and ska scene, internationally! This once-local festival is now a full-blown international celebration of alternative music, and if the lineup is anything to go by, this year’s Slam Dunk might be the best one yet.
With titans of Pop Punk, A Day to Remember are making their long-awaited Slam Dunk debut, headlining Slam Dunk 2025, it is sure to be just that, and this is merely the tip of the insane line up of acts that Slam Dunk has so kindly curated for music fans this summer, prepare for a wide array of acts that will blow your mind!
There are artists for those who want something with more bite, Electric Callboy are sure to bring all the fun with their unique mix of electronic and hardcore genres. Stray from the Path, Malevolence and Landmvrks bring heavy breakdowns, face-melting riffs, and mosh pits. This is where things are bound to get wild, bring some water… and maybe a mouth guard, don’t say we didn’t warn you!
Something that Slam Dunk is known for is shining a light on up and coming artists and this year is no different, Lake Malice, Winona Fighter, Kid Bookie and Dream State these are the artists carving out the future of alternative music — and this just might be your last chance to see them on the smaller stages before they are inevitably main stage acts.
There are also throwback sets galore from the likes of New Found Glory celebrating 20 years of Catalyst, As It Is are paying homage their debut album Never Happy, Ever After celebrating it’s 10 years since it’s and The Used are playing their certified platinum sophomore album In Love and Death. These sets are sure to be packed with nostalgia, fan favorite’s and reminiscing on old times.
That’s just the music Slam Dunk also has heaps more to offer such as, meet your idols at the Monster Energy or Crash Records Signing Tent, multiple After Parties, and some of the best street food around. There’s never a dull moment — whether you’re moshing, meeting artists, or grabbing a loaded burrito between sets.
Meaning whether you’re heading to Hatfield Park on May 24 or Leeds Temple Newsam on May 25, or even hopping across the Channel for the European takeover, one thing’s for sure — Slam Dunk 2025 is going to be an unforgettable weekend! Can’t wait to see you down the front!
Words by Justine Norquoy
