Photos by Sean Sara ; Written by Sean Sara

The Forum in Los Angeles was filled to the brim with fans of Lamb of God and Mastodon who took the stage for a concert that will be remembered for its larger than life energy and intensity. With Malevolence and Kerry King opening the night, the night kicked off with heavy riffs and pounding drums that set the tone for what was in store for the crowd later that night. Malevolence’s brutal delivery was the perfect prelude to Kerry King’s iconic thrash solos, that perfectly set up Lamb of God and Mastodon’s headlining sets. As the night kept going, the crowd’s enthusiasm became evident, with fans cheering and riding the wave of fans despite the Forum’s strict no crowd-surfing policy.

When Lamb of God and Mastodon took the stage, the atmosphere reached a level of excitement higher than the stars. The energy was contagious, as the new legends of metal delivered crushing performances that fueled the audience’s unrestrained excitement. Fans were completely tranced in the show in front of them, their cheers and applause echoing off the walls, creating an electric ambiance that underscored the night’s high-octane energy. Each band delivered a set filled with their greatest hits and deep cuts, leaving the audience exhilarated and craving more as the final notes rang out.