From 31 July to 2 August, Unibet Arena Quarter will once again be taken over by Estonia’s largest domestic rock music event – Tallinn Rock Festival. Among the first announced artists are one of the world’s biggest rock bands, Scorpions (GER), who have sold over 100 million albums during their 60-year career; Godsmack (USA), with 12 singles that have reached No. 1 on the Billboard charts; Sepultura (BRA), performing their final-ever show in the Baltic region in Estonia; Hatebreed (USA), widely regarded as one of the most energetic live bands; P.O.D. (USA), creators of the hit songs “Youth of the Nation” and “Alive”; and the highly anticipated festival favorite White Lies (UK).

 

Godsmack, formed in Boston in 1995, are one of the leading American hard rock/alternative metal bands, fronted by the charismatic vocalist Sully Erna. Having sold over 20 million albums worldwide, the band is renowned for its powerful and high-energy live performances. Their biggest hits include “I Stand Alone,” “Voodoo,” “Awake,” and “Under Your Scars,” many of which have also featured in video games and Hollywood films and have earned numerous awards and nominations.

 

Founded in San Diego in 1992, alternative metal and nu-metal pioneers P.O.D. (Payable on Death) rose to international prominence with the multi-million-selling album Satellite and global hits such as “Alive,” “Youth of the Nation,” and “Boom.” Their energetic stage shows and memorable songs have earned the band a loyal fan base among both rock and metal audiences.

 

In addition to the international lineup, Tallinn Rock Festival will also feature prominent Estonian acts Herald, Goresoerd, Pedigree, Kannabinõid, and Nevesis.