Summer of the Loud – Somerset Amphitheater – Somerset WI – July 11th 2025

Summer of the Loud live in Somerset Wisconsin staring. Beartooth, Parkway Drive and more

Review and photos by Kyme Davis

From the moment the gates opened until the final band walked off the stage the energy at Somerset Amphitheater was electric. Even with the sun blazing down on us for hours the crowd never stopped, when the bands said jump, they jumped, when they told them to get rowdy, you can bet they got rowdy.

Kicking off the day with pure intensity, Kingdom of Giants wasted no time setting the tone for a stacked lineup at Somerset Amphitheater. With their signature blend of heavy riffs, atmospheric electronics, and dual vocal dynamics, the band came out swinging—and the crowd felt it immediately.

Despite being the first act of the day, the energy was through the roof. From the first breakdown to the last chorus, they had the early crowd moving, headbanging, and absolutely drenched in sweat. Whether you were in the pit or just vibing from the rail, there was no denying their impact.

Their tight musicianship and powerful stage presence stood out, and for many in the audience, it felt less like a warm-up and more like the beginning of something massive. The crowd engagement was strong, with fans shouting along to favorites like “Wayfinder” and “Sleeper.”

If Kingdom of Giants warmed up the crowd, Alpha Wolf came in and set it on fire. The Australian heavyweights unleashed absolute chaos on the Somerset stage, blending crushing breakdowns, razor-sharp riffs, and their signature intensity to deliver one of the most aggressive sets of the day.

From the moment they stepped on stage, the energy shifted. It was raw. It was violent. It was beautiful in the most Alpha Wolf way. Lochie Keogh prowled the stage with venom in his voice and fire in his eyes, spitting every line with urgency, while Sabian Lynch’s guitar tone cut through the mix like a blade.

The pit opened up almost instantly—circle pits, crowd surfers, and relentless headbanging defined their entire set. Tracks like “Akudama,” “60cm of Steel,” and “Bleed 4 You” sent shockwaves through the crowd, each one hitting harder than the last. Fans were throwing down like it was a headlining act, not just a supporting slot.

What made their set stand out even more was how tight and controlled the chaos was. Even in the most brutal moments, Alpha Wolf’s musicianship shined. They didn’t just throw noise at the crowd—they crafted it with precision.

The Amity Affliction took the stage in Somerset with something to prove and everything to give—debuting new vocalist Jonny Reeves (of Kingdom of Giants) and showing that even with lineup changes and a bit of physical pain, their emotional intensity and stage presence haven’t skipped a beat.

As a fan who has now seen Amity 28 times live, I can say confidently: this was not a band just going through the motions. Despite frontman Joel Birch wearing a boot for a recently broken foot, the band’s performance was electric. Joel still delivered every scream with trademark passion, even while somewhat limited in movement—proving again that energy isn’t just physical; it’s emotional and deeply connective.

Jonny Reeves stepped up seamlessly, blending in with Amity’s sound while adding his own edge. His clean vocals hit hard—especially during anthemic choruses like “Pittsburgh” and “Soak Me in Bleach.” The chemistry onstage felt genuine, and longtime fans seemed immediately accepting of the new dynamic.

Musically, the set was tight and atmospheric. The lighting and sound wrapped the amphitheater in the band’s signature dark, melodic aura, and crowd response was massive—sing-alongs, headbanging, and a pit that kept swirling through every breakdown.

The Devil Wears Prada hit the stage with purpose and pride, bringing the heat to frontman Mike Hranica’s home state of Wisconsin. Their set was a perfect blend of chaos and charisma, instantly firing up the crowd and setting the tone for the rest of the night.

TDWP’s connection with the audience was palpable—shouting out the now-legendary “banana man” in the pit, sparking laughs and hype before unleashing the first wall of death of the night. It was a moment of pure metalcore unity and adrenaline that only Prada can deliver.

Musically, the band was razor sharp—delivering a mix of their early, crushing material and newer, more experimental tracks. Their trademark blend of chugging riffs, gut-wrenching screams, and haunting melodic passages filled the amphitheater with both fury and feeling.

They served as the perfect lead-in for I Prevail, raising the bar with every breakdown and breakdown, prepping the crowd for the pyro-filled headlining set to follow.

From the moment I Prevail hit the stage, the crowd was all in. The band kicked off with “Bow Down,” and it felt like a cannon went off—mosh pits opened instantly, and bodies were flying toward the barricade. Somerset’s open air and grassy pit gave it a mini-Warped Tour vibe, and the crowd matched every scream with sweat and fists.

Despite some lineup changes—namely the absence of clean vocalist Brian Burkheiser—the band didn’t hold back. Eric Vanlerberghe’s screams were brutal and on point, and Dylan Bowman stepped into clean vocal duties surprisingly well. It wasn’t quite the same as the old dynamic, but it worked. Fans around me definitely noticed the difference, but there was a lot of respect for how they pushed through.

The Somerset crowd was hungry. People were singing every lyric, especially during “Blank Space” and “Bad Things.” Crowd surfers were nonstop by the third song. Security was getting a workout. Everyone around me felt hyped but respectful — lots of helping people up, lots of shared moments. It felt like a community.

This show marked a turning point for I Prevail. Losing Brian is a big shift, but Dylan held his own. The setlist was smart — high energy, but with space to breathe. And the fans responded with full hearts and louder voices. Whether this was your 10th I Prevail show or your first, you felt the weight of the moment.

Beartooth delivered an unforgettable night of chaos and catharsis at the Somerset Amphitheater on July 11th. Set against a warm summer sky, the band tore through an intense, emotionally charged set that had the crowd screaming every lyric and throwing their bodies into the pit from start to finish.

Caleb Shomo, as always, was the driving force behind the madness—his raw vocal delivery and unrelenting stage presence had him sprinting from one end of the stage to the other, barely stopping to breathe between screams. It was clear from the first note that Beartooth came to give it everything.

The production was massive—towering flames, synchronized lighting, and a giant inflatable snake that stretched the width of the stage made this more than just a concert; it felt like a full-on rock spectacle. Each breakdown was matched with flashes of fire and crowd eruptions, and every chorus was a chance for fans to scream their lungs out in unison.

The setlist was a great mix of old and new. Songs like “The Lines,” “Disease,” and “You Never Know” hit with nostalgic power, while newer tracks like “Riptide” and “Might Love Myself” showed the band’s growth without losing their aggressive edge. One of the standout moments came when the band slowed things down, letting Caleb address the crowd about mental health and self-worth before launching into a soul-crushing ballad that had the entire amphitheater lit up with phone lights and emotion.

The crowd in Somerset was wild but unified—from circle pits to crowd surfing, the energy was nonstop but never unsafe. Whether you were headbanging at the barricade or swaying in the back, there was a deep sense of community in the chaos.

Finishing the night was Somersets headliners, Killswitch Engage and Parkway Drive and as you can imagine, even after 6-7 hours of blazing sun, mosh pits and rowdiness, the crowd was still ready to go. Playing some old school hits and mixing in a few new songs neither band left the crowd disappointed. Eight bands in seven and a half hours and every single one brought their heaviest, rowdiest, craziest energy. I would suggest catching this tour any time it comes to town, no matter the line up.