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Last band to complete the line-up - HATE

Some of you may have noticed there was still one open slot in the timetable—until now. We are honored to announce that the final band added to this year's lineup is Warsaw’s very own HATE!Led by guitarist and vocalist Adam "ATF Sinner" Buszko, the group has spent more than three decades building an unshakable position on the global extreme metal scene. From raw early releases like Lord Is Avenger to landmark albums such as Morphosis and Erebos, all the way to their modern era marked by the trilogy of Tremendum, Auric Gates of Veles, and Rugia, the band has undergone a fascinating evolution ...

Important traffic info

If you are heading to Brutal Assault by car, please use our designated parking areas.Please follow all festival-related street closure rules and parking bans, and respect traffic signs, police instructions, and especially our traffic coordinators. Don't hesitate to reach out to them with any questions—they’ll be happy to help and guide you to the best available spot.We also kindly ask everyone to:Keep pedestrian routes to the campsites and entrances to festival parking clear.Drive with extra care due to heavier traffic.Be considerate of fellow attendees and local residents to help create a ...

BRUTAL ASSAULT JOINS FORCES WITH THE SAVAGE LANDS PROJECT: A THREE-YEAR PARTNERING FOR BIODIVERSITY PROTECTION AND EXPANSION OF THE BRUTAL FOREST INITIATIVE

FOR DECADES, MUSIC FESTIVALS HAVE BEEN REMEMBERED FOR THE ARTISTS THEY HOSTED.THE NEXT GENERATION MAY REMEMBER THEM FOR THE ECOSYSTEMS THEY HELPED PROTECT.Metal can make a change.As biodiversity faces one of the greatest crises in human history, Brutal Assault and Savage Lands believe that music festivals can no longer be measured solely by the experiences they create—but also by the legacy they leave behind.Today, Brutal Assault officially announces a three-year strategic partnership with Savage Lands, beginning in 2026. Together, they aim to demonstrate that the global metal community can ...

Meet & Greet Schedule OUT NOW!

The Meet and Greet schedule is here!

We are beyond thrilled to have broken our own record for the number of signing sessions once again. This year, you’ll be able to shake hands with nearly half of the bands performing at the fortress—from underground gems to international headliners! Who are you going to meet?

Convoy - program

The post-apocalyptic group Convoy is rolling into Brutal Assault once again!Dust swirling, engines roaring, and above all, four days packed with the harshest stuff you can find in the Wasteland—the battle-hardened post-apocalyptic warriors from Convoy are taking over Bastion X once more! And this year? An even harsher, even louder, and even rustier program! So what can you look forward to?Wednesday: Demo Day! 12:00 Gates open. Guided tours, a fortune teller with playing cards, a noise microstage, weapons, rock 'n' roll, and good vibes. 19:00 THE BIG VROOOOMThursday: Makers' Day! ...