Bloodstock 2025 has come to an end, leaving behind a weekend filled with unforgettable moments for all who attended. With headline performances from Gojira and Machine Head, it was Trivium that truly stole the show, captivating the audience with special guests, heartfelt tributes, and the live debut of a new song.
Highlights of Bloodstock 2025
The festival also marked the U.K. debut of Nailbomb, while Orange Goblin delivered their final U.K. performance. In light of the recent passing of Ozzy Osbourne, the festival provided an opportunity for fans to pay their respects to the legendary musician. Below are some of the standout moments from Bloodstock 2025.
Trivium Captivates with a Star-Studded Headline Performance
Trivium took the stage as headliners, and frontman Matt Heafy declared it “the best Trivium show ever.” What made this performance so special? The band brought a mix of surprise guests, emotional tributes to metal icons, and even premiered a new song, ensuring that fans experienced anything but a standard setlist.
After kicking off with a series of their biggest hits, the first surprise came midway through the set when Heafy acknowledged the recent loss of a metal hero. As chants of “Ozzy” filled the air, Robb Flynn of Machine Head joined the band for a powerful rendition of Black Sabbath’s “Symptom of the Universe.”
Trivium continued their tribute to metal legends by covering Metallica’s “Master of Puppets” just a few songs later. The performance featured several guest appearances, including Sleep Token III on “Throes of Perdition,” Ihsahn from Emperor for “In Waves,” and Josh Baines of Malevolence on “The Deceived.” Additionally, they treated the crowd to the live debut of “Bury Me With My Screams,” a track from their upcoming Struck Dead EP set for release on Halloween.
After the show, Heafy expressed his gratitude, stating, “THAT. Was the best Trivium show ever. We had some of our best friends who are in our favorite bands on the planet guest with us. We paid tribute to Ozzy, covered Metallica, played a new song, made ‘In Waves’ no longer the outro, played fan favorites from most of our entire career and had enough fire to roast a herd of beasts. Thank you Robb, III, Josh, Ihsahn, Bloodstock, the Trivium crew and most importantly… you!!! I love what I do.”
Trivium Featuring Machine Head’s Robb Flynn, “Symptom of the Universe” at Bloodstock 2025
Trivium Featuring Sleep Token III, “Throes of Perdition” at Bloodstock 2025
Trivium Featuring Ihsahn, “In Waves” at Bloodstock 2025
Trivium, “Bury Me With My Screams” (Live Debut at Bloodstock 2025)
Honoring Ozzy Osbourne at Bloodstock 2025
In addition to the musical tributes from various artists, Bloodstock organizers found a meaningful way to honor Ozzy Osbourne. A portrait of the iconic musician was displayed, accompanied by a message: “John ‘Ozzy’ Osbourne 1948-2025 Forever loved, always missed, never forgotten. From all of us at Bloodstock.” A large 17-meter banner wall was also set up, allowing attendees to leave personal tributes and messages.
Festival director Vicky Hungerford shared with the BBC, “We want people to show respect, leave their messages. It’s hit the metal community incredibly hard.” One heartfelt tribute read, “Thank you Ozzy for helping to create the religion that is heavy metal. We miss you.”
Nailbomb Makes Their U.K. Debut After 31 Years
In a rare occurrence, Nailbomb, led by Max Cavalera, made their long-awaited U.K. debut at Bloodstock 2025, 31 years after the release of their debut album. Although Nailbomb is not known for extensive touring, they seized the opportunity to perform at this prestigious festival as part of their renewed European tour.
The band played a 12-song setlist featuring tracks from their entire Point Blank album, excluding the song “For Fuck’s Sake.”
Nailbomb at Bloodstock 2025
Orange Goblin Bids Farewell to U.K. Festivals
While Nailbomb celebrated a debut, Orange Goblin marked their final U.K. festival performance at Bloodstock. The seasoned metal band had previously announced their plans for a farewell tour, concluding in December of this year. Their performance at Bloodstock featured a dynamic nine-song set, including favorites like “Solarisphere” and “Red Tide Rising.”
Orange Goblin at Bloodstock 2025
Conclusion
Bloodstock 2025 was a remarkable celebration of music, community, and remembrance. From Trivium’s electrifying headline set to the heartfelt tributes to Ozzy Osbourne, the festival created lasting memories for all in attendance. As fans look forward to future events, the spirit of camaraderie and respect for heavy metal’s legends will continue to resonate within the community.
FAQs
What notable performances took place at Bloodstock 2025?
Bloodstock 2025 featured headline performances from Gojira, Machine Head, and Trivium, with Trivium’s set including special guests and tributes to metal legends.
How did Bloodstock honor Ozzy Osbourne?
The festival displayed a portrait of Ozzy Osbourne along with a heartfelt message, and attendees were given the opportunity to leave personal tributes on a large banner wall.
What was significant about Nailbomb’s performance?
Nailbomb made their U.K. debut at Bloodstock 2025, performing live for the first time in England after 31 years since their debut album’s release.
What was the farewell performance at Bloodstock 2025?
Orange Goblin delivered their final U.K. festival performance at Bloodstock 2025 as part of their farewell tour, playing a set filled with fan favorites.
