Metalheads assemble – the BLIZZARD BASH ’25 Tour is about to erupt like a mosh pit on steroids. Connecticut’s own metal maestros, Dead By Wednesday (DBW), are teaming up with West Coast heavyweights Skinlab for a week of unrelenting chaos across the Northeast USA. Starting today, January 7, this winter tradition will hit six cities, featuring local acts along the way and culminating in drummer Opus‘ legendary birthday bash.
What’s the BLIZZARD BASH?
The BLIZZARD BASH is a nearly two-decade-old tradition born out of Opus’ annual birthday celebrations. What began as a local gig has morphed into an indoor festival that’s a major event in New England’s metal calendar. Imagine two stages, back-to-back shredding, and a crowd that feeds off the kind of energy only heavy riffs and guttural screams can provide. If you’re lucky enough to be near New Haven, Connecticut, on January 11, you’ll want to grab your tickets for the main event at the iconic Toad’s Place – the mothership of this metal pilgrimage.
What to Expect on Tour
From Brooklyn to Albany, this is a gauntlet. Each stop promises brutal performances from Dead By Wednesday, Skinlab, and carefully curated local support acts. Whether it’s the industrial vibes of Lovedrafts Brewing Co. or the intimate rawness of Empire Underground, every venue is primed for a sonic beatdown. But let’s not forget the cherry on top – the final stop in Albany doubles as the Extreme Music Awards after-party, so expect that one to get wild.
Why You Should Care
Dead By Wednesday has been a cornerstone of the Connecticut scene for years. From Opus’ thunderous drumming to their genre-blurring sound, they’ve built a reputation for delivering face-melting live performances. Pair them with Skinlab’s West Coast grit, and you’ve got a tour that’s therapy for anyone who’s ever screamed into the void.
BLIZZARD BASH ’25 Tour Dates
- Jan. 7 @ The Woodshop, Brooklyn, NY
- Jan. 8 @ Dingbatz, Clifton, NJ
- Jan. 9 @ Lovedrafts Brewing Co., Mechanicsburg, PA
- Jan. 10 @ Chicopee Moose Lodge, Chicopee, MA
- Jan. 11 @ Toad’s Place, New Haven, CT (Opus’ O.G. Blizzard B-Day Bash!)
- Jan. 12 @ Empire Underground, Albany, NY (Extreme Music Awards after-party!)
Ready to Rock?
Whether you’re a seasoned metalhead or a curious newbie, the BLIZZARD BASH ’25 Tour is your chance to witness a lineup that guarantees relentless energy, camaraderie, and enough headbanging to risk a neck brace. So, grab your tickets, warm up those vocal cords, and get ready to join the pit.
For tour details, tickets, and band updates, stalk Dead By Wednesday on their official website. Let’s keep the spirit of metal alive and frostbitten this winter.
Stay unruly.
