Knocked Loose + Deafheaven + Scowl at Sound and Fury Fest
knocked Loose Unleashes Pure Mayhem at Sound and Fury Fest with Surprise Guests Deafheaven and Scowl Singers
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The 2025 Sound and Fury festival, held at Exposition Park in Los Angeles, was a weekend of intense energy, but it was Knocked Loose’s headlining set on Sunday night (July 13th) that truly defined “mayhem.” The Kentucky hardcore titans delivered a performance that had the crowd in a frenzy,amplified by surprise guest appearances from George Clarke of Deafheaven and kat moss of Scowl.
A Night of unforgettable Guest Appearances
Knocked Loose’s 50-minute set was a relentless display of hardcore power, characterized by a constant stream of stage divers and an electrifying atmosphere. The band, known for their visceral live shows, elevated the experience with the addition of two prominent figures from the option music scene.
George Clarke Joins for “God Knows”
Seven songs into their set, George Clarke, the distinctive vocalist of the acclaimed blackgaze band Deafheaven, took the stage. Clarke joined Knocked Loose for their track “God Knows,” a song that originally featured Matt King of Portrayal of Guilt. This collaboration brought a unique dynamic to the performance, blending Clarke’s powerful vocals with Knocked Loose’s signature aggression.
Kat Moss Adds Fire to “Suffocate”
Later in the set, Kat Moss, the charismatic frontwoman of the rising hardcore band Scowl, made her appearance. Moss lent her formidable voice to ”Suffocate,” Knocked Loose’s Grammy-nominated single featuring the artist Poppy. Her presence on stage added another layer of intensity, resonating with the festival-goers and highlighting the cross-genre appeal of the performance.
Knocked Loose’s Continued Momentum
This electrifying performance at Sound and Fury Fest is just one highlight in a packed schedule for Knocked Loose. The band is set to grace several high-profile festivals throughout the remainder of the year, including Inkcarceration, Riot Fest, Louder Than Life, and Aftershock, and also the highly anticipated when We Were Young festival.
Moreover, Knocked Loose has announced they will be supporting metal legends Metallica on their 2026 UK and European tour. This important opening slot underscores the band’s growing influence and widespread recognition within the heavy music landscape.
Fans eager to catch Knocked Loose live can secure tickets for their upcoming shows through StubHub.
Witness the Mayhem: Full Set Footage available
For those who missed the action or want to relive the intensity, video footage of Knocked Loose’s entire Sound and Fury festival set is available. The clips clearly showcase the unbridled energy of the crowd and the band’s commanding stage presence. Notably,George Clarke’s guest spot can be seen around the 27:52 mark,and Kat Moss joins in at approximately 33:00.
The Sound and Fury festival once again proved to be a pivotal event for the underground music community, and Knocked Loose’s headline set, bolstered by the surprise collaborations, cemented its status as a truly unforgettable night of pure mayhem.