Connecticut hardcore legends Hatebreed and the alternative band Life Of Agony are comming for first time in Bulgaria. Their support will be End It – one of the most exciting new bands on the contemporary hardcore scene.. On November 11th three famous names of the heavy music will perform in NDK, Sofia. The bands are on East Coast Assault on Europe Tour 2026. They will delight Bulgarian fans at the invitation of Fest Team.

Hatebreed are among the most recognizable bands in the American hardcore scene. Formed in 1994 in Bridgeport, Connecticut, by frontman Jamey Jasta, the band has cultivated a signature style where hardcore and metal merge in an explosive blend of heavy riffs, aggressive energy, and lyrics centered on resilience, self-discipline, and overcoming adversity. Their ability to transform themes such as loss, anxiety, anger, and personal struggles into a cathartic experience for the audience is a key reason why Hatebreed have remained so influential for over three decades.

Among their most acclaimed recent releases is the album “Weight of the False Self” (2020), in which the band explores themes like emotional burdens, mental resilience, and overcoming personal crises, all without straying from their trademark uncompromising heaviness. In 2025, they are releasing their first new music in five years with the single “Make the Demons Obey” and are currently working on their next studio album. This new chapter for the band coincides with extensive tours and appearances at major rock and metal festivals worldwide, cementing their reputation as an uncompromising live powerhouse.

The evening’s special guests will be Life of Agony—a band that has carved out a unique niche at the intersection of alternative metal, hardcore, and rock since the early 1990s. The band’s history is inextricably linked to that of vocalist Keith Caputo, who publicly announced their transgender identity in 2011 and subsequently adopted the name Mina Caputo. Today, the musician once again uses the name Keith Caputo, and their openness regarding personal matters remains a vital part of Life of Agony’s connection with their audience.

By blending the raw energy of hardcore with the melody and emotional depth of alternative rock, Life of Agony continues to bridge the gap between generations of listeners and remain relevant decades after their debut.

Joining the lineup is End It—one of the most talked-about new bands in the contemporary hardcore scene. Formed in Baltimore in 2017 and part of the Flatspot Records roster, they quickly garnered attention with their explosive live shows, the distinctive stage presence of vocalist Akil Godsey, and an uncompromising blend of classic American hardcore, punk, and crossover thrash. Their breakthrough came with the highly acclaimed EP “Unpleasant Living” (2022), which earned spots on numerous year-end lists by specialized media outlets; in 2025, the band is set to release its debut full-length album, “Wrong Side of Heaven”. With a reputation as one of the most energetic live acts of the new generation, End It promises to kick off the evening in Sofia with a bang.

On November 11, the Sofia audience will have the chance to see three American bands representing different generations of heavy music sharing the same stage. From the uncompromising power of Hatebreed and the emotional depth of Life of Agony to the explosive energy of End It, the evening will be a showcase of artists who have left their mark on the hardcore and alternative scenes—and who continue to shape their present.