Mystic Festival keeps playing the long game. Every announcement feels like a fresh punch to the ribs, a reminder that this Gdańsk beast refuses to settle for nostalgia or safe bets. And now the next surge is here, a snarling, glorious parade of extremes that […]
The lineup for Mystic Festival 2026 has just been revealed, and it’s a dream come true for thrash metal fans. The legendary Megadeth, Anthrax, Overkill, and Forbidden will join forces for an exclusive Main Stage takeover in Gdańsk, Poland. From Megadeth’s final farewell to Forbidden’s […]
After a monumental 2025 edition, Mystic Festival is gearing up for its triumphant return to the Gdańsk Shipyard (Stocznia) from June 3 to 6, 2026. One of the cornerstones of the Tricity’s cultural landscape, Mystic has become synonymous with bringing the world’s heaviest, darkest, and […]
This year, the weather was a bit more complicated than usual – colder winds, heavier clouds, and rain that insisted on being part of the lineup. Waterproof shoes and jackets weren’t just smart choices – they were my ticket to survival the 4 days of […]
The wait is finally over – Mystic Festival 2025 has dropped its full timetable, and just like clockwork, I’m already into planning mode. For a photographer, this is where the dream begins and the juggling act kicks in. Four days of unrelenting metal music and […]
The Mystic Festival is gearing up to ignite the flames of heavy music once more, and this year’s edition is shaping up to be legendary. From June 4th to 7th, the historic, steel-blooded Gdańsk Shipyard will tremble under the weight of crushing riffs, seismic drumbeats, […]
Legendary Sepultura just played in Poland, tearing through the iconic Spodek venue in Katowice with a performance that left the crowd stunned. Fans who have recovered from the intensity are eagerly anticipating the band’s upcoming and likely final Polish appearance at the Mystic Festival in […]
With “The Last Will and Testament“, Opeth revisits the intensity of their death metal origins, blending it seamlessly with the progressive rock elements they’ve become known for. Frontman Mikael Åkerfeldt has revived his signature growls, delivering powerful riffs that harken back to albums like “Blackwater […]
In the world of metal, few countries have left as indelible a mark as Sweden. Next year’s festival lineup underscores this legacy, featuring two of the nation’s most influential bands, Dark Tranquility and Tiamat. Joining them will be the doom-stoner blend of the UK’s Green […]
The Mystic Festival continues to build a dynamic lineup, and the latest announcement adds four outstanding acts from across the heavy music spectrum: Cradle of Filth, Eagles of Death Metal, Whitechapel, and Combichrist. These bands represent a thrilling addition to the festival’s diverse program, showcasing […]
There’s only one King – and he’s making his way to Gdańsk. In June, King Diamond will be one of the major headliners at Mystic Festival 2025, promising a nightmarish experience like no other. This will be a sleepless night filled with eerie theatrics and […]
Apocalyptica’s coming to Mystic Festival has been eagerly anticipated, especially after their sold-out performances in Kraków and Warsaw earlier this week. Fans who caught them live at B90 in Gdańsk in March 2023 will know exactly what to expect – an inspiring show that blends […]
