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Hellfest Packing List

The Ultimate Hellfest Packing List: Don’t Forget These Essentials for an Epic Metal Festival Experience Planning to attend Hellfest in Nantes, France? Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned metalhead, packing smart is key...

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Why Not Go Into the Mosh Pit? Tips for Staying Safe and Enjoying the Ride

As a short woman, diving into the mosh pit at a Machine Head concert seemed like a daunting challenge. But at Hellfest in Clisson, France, I discovered that with the right approach, even the...

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Why Not Go: Leclerc at Hellfest – The Most Metal Grocery Run You’ll Ever Take

Imagine your standard grocery store run. Now add leather vests, face paint, and Slayer tees. Toss in a few dozen cases of beer, festival wristbands, and the hum of metal anthems in the air—and...

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More Than Face Value in France (and Why That’s a Good Thing)

If you’ve ever tried to get tickets to a big show in France—whether it’s Beyoncé in Paris, a buzzy indie gig in Lyon, or the legendary Hellfest—you know the rush. Tickets disappear fast, and...

An American in Hell(fest): My Journey to France’s Loudest Festival

As someone who grew up hitting small clubs and stadium shows across the U.S., I thought I had a pretty solid grasp on live music culture. But nothing—and I mean nothing—prepared me for the...