Nummirock, Friday
Nummirock is traditionally the heaven and haven for all metalheads during the midsummer weekend in Finland. While the bands are certainly important to Nummirock, it’s the fans who make the event the experience it is. How often do you see a Stormtrooper in the same crowd with Jesus, and security stewards dancing with the audience. But let’s not forget the bands! Twelve Foot Ninja came all the way from Australia to show Finns a bit of their mad science of music, even shooting a new video clip in Finland! Swedish Soilwork traveled a little less, but showed as much energy and enthusiasm. As the day continued, things just got heavier and darker with Hypocrisy and Cradle of Filth.