Ded with Butcher Babies, Fox Lake, and more

Butcher Babies, formed in Los Angeles, California, is a heavy metal band known for aggressive live shows and dual female vocals. Their sound blends metalcore, groove, and thrash, influenced by Wendy O. Williams. Albums like *Goliath*, *Take It Like a Man*, *Lilith*, and the double album *Eye for an Eye… / …'Til the World's Blind* have charted on Billboard. Vocalist Heidi Shepherd has collaborated with other artists, showcasing their dynamic presence in metal.

Fox Lake, originating from Denver, Colorado in 2017, delivers an energetic nu-metal and metalcore sound. The band blends hardcore, hip-hop, and rock 'n' roll elements, known for undeniable grooves and an anti-establishment swagger. Their album "New World Heat" features popular songs like "Pure Adrenaline" and "Freestyle." Fox Lake has collaborated with artists such as Avoid, Silent Planet, Mugshot, and Eyes of Salt, recognized for their powerful, genre-defying music.

Dropout Kings (formed 2016) fuse heavy metal with hip hop/trap into “trap metal”; known for “Scratch & Claw” and “Going Rogue,” millions of streams for Audiodope.

Ded is an American nu metal band from Tempe, Arizona, formed in 2015. Their aggressive style blends nu-metal, punk, and hard rock with dark imagery. Popular songs include "Anti-Everything" and "Hate Me." Albums feature "Mis-An-Throper," "School of Thought," and "RESENT" (2025). They collaborated with artists like Chad Gray and Chris Motionless, known for their powerful sound and engaging performances.