Paleface Swiss at Summit Denver

Concert Coverage

Apr 22

If there was ever a night to leave your comfort zone (and possibly your eardrums) at the door, April 20th 2025 at Summit Denver was it. A triple threat of sonic brutality tore through the venue as Nasty, Stick to Your Guns, and Paleface Swiss unleashed a nonstop barrage of raw power, grit, and cathartic chaos as we survived “The Cursed Tour” stop here in Colorado.

Belgium’s Nasty opened the night with pure menace. Their no-frills, all-kill approach set the tone—wall-to-wall heaviness, equal parts crowd control and controlled demolition. Every riff hit like a battering ram, and the room was quick to answer with pit-splitting energy.

Next up, hardcore veterans Stick to Your Guns brought a seismic shift. Balancing blistering aggression with introspective lyricism, they reminded the crowd that heavy music can hit just as hard emotionally as it does physically. Their presence was commanding, their message clear, and the crowd hung on every word and breakdown. There’s a reason STYG has been a pillar of the scene for years—they don’t just perform, they connect.

And then came Paleface Swiss, they weren’t just closing the night—they were unleashing the storm. Zelli stalked the stage like a man possessed, barking every word like it was a curse cast in real time. The breakdowns were bone-rattling, the vocals were visceral, and the crowd gave it right back in sweat, screams, and chaos.

By the time the final note hit, Summit looked like it had survived an exorcism—and maybe in a way, it had. The Cursed Tour lived up to its name: loud, unforgiving, and unforgettable.

Nasty

Formed in 2004 in Belgium, Nasty has built a reputation as one of beatdown hardcore’s most relentless forces. Known for their primal heaviness, crushing breakdowns, and frontman Matthias Tarnath’s commanding presence, the band delivers a no-holds-barred sound rooted in aggression and raw energy. With albums like Menace and Heartbreak Criminals, Nasty continues to evolve while staying true to their ferocious hardcore roots.

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Stick to Your Guns

Emerging from Orange County, California, in 2003, Stick to Your Guns has become a cornerstone of modern hardcore.Their music seamlessly blends aggressive hardcore punk with melodic elements, all while delivering messages of social justice and personal growth. Frontman Jesse Barnett's evocative vocals drive the band's dynamic sound, as showcased in albums like True View and Spectre. Their latest release, Keep Planting Flowers (2025), continues this trajectory, offering a cathartic exploration of resilience and community. With each performance, Stick to Your Guns reaffirms their commitment to authenticity and emotional intensity, solidifying their status as influential figures in the hardcore scene.

Paleface Swiss

Formed in Zurich in 2017, Paleface Swiss has rapidly ascended the ranks of the deathcore scene with their unrelenting sound and emotionally charged performances. Originally known as Paleface, the band rebranded in 2023 to distinguish themselves in the global music landscape. Their lineup features vocalist Marc "Zelli" Zellweger, guitarist Yannick Lehmann, bassist Tommy Lee, and drummer Cassiano "Cassi" Toma.

Their third studio album, Cursed, released on January 3, 2025, through Blood Blast Distribution, marks a significant evolution in their musical journey. The album delves deep into themes of betrayal, despair, and resilience, with each track symbolically represented by a flower, adding layers of conceptual depth to their brutal sound. Notable tracks like "Hatred" and "River of Sorrows" showcase their ability to blend ferocious riffs with poignant storytelling.

Paleface Swiss's commitment to pushing the boundaries of deathcore, both musically and thematically, has solidified their status as a formidable force in the genre.

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