Core festival 2025: Lineup for Glasgow festival announced
The festival, described as a 'celebration of noise', will take place across Woodside Halls and The Hug and Pint.
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This year's line-up features an impressive array of headliners.
Florida's Torche, known for their unique blend of sludge and stoner metal, will take over the main stage on Friday night.
The recently reformed band and are expected to deliver a performance that pays homage to their distinguished career.
On Saturday Defeater, Boston's melodic-hardcore heavyweights, play their first Scottish show in nearly a decade, promising a long-awaited performance for die-hard fans.
Meanwhile, the final night of the festival will close with Cave In, who will mark the 25th anniversary of their seminal album Jupiter by performing it in full
Core. has cemented its place as a haven for noise, metal, hardcore, and experimental music fans, with this year's line-up boasting international and local names.
This includes Pest Control, Agriculture, Oversize, The Chisel, Frontierer, and And So I Watch You From Afar, who head up an 'intimate' performance with Waldo's Gift.
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Scotland's own scene is well represented with OMO, Moni Jitchell, Shutter, No Kilter, Gout, Test of Patience, BLDSPRT, No Known Weakness, and Lights Out among many others.
The festival has quickly become a staple event for underground music lovers, offering a shared space for noise, community, and unique catharsis.
With an eclectic line-up and passionate ethos, attendees can expect a weekend of intensity and unforgettable moments.
All those interested in attending can purchase tickets at the Core festival website.
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