Gates to Hell and Mauled

Gates To Hell, hailing from Louisville, blend metal and hardcore with unique flair. Their 2022 debut wowed fans, leading to 150 shows across 11 countries. They’ve toured with Dying Fetus and more, and joined Nuclear Blast Records in 2024, sharing the stage with Machine Head and Fear Factory.

Mauled is an American deathcore band from Indianapolis, Indiana, formed in 2023. Consisting of vocalist Abe Kirkpatrick, guitarists Chance York and Eli Harrell, bassist DJ Baker, and drummer Tyler Powers, the five-piece group is known for a raw, heavy sound inspired by early MySpace-era deathcore and slam death metal. Following their 2023 debut EP Wrath and a 2025 self-titled EP, they released their third EP, When Your Eyes Are Shut, in March 2026, which featured collaborations with Frankie Palmeri of Emmure and JP Kaine of Surfaced.