One of technical death metal’s most vital and enduring acts, Poland’s Decapitated was founded in the late ’90s by guitarist Wacław “Vogg” Kiełtyka and his younger brother, drummer Witold “Vitek” Kiełtyka. Debuting in 2000 with the seminal Winds of Creation, which was recorded while the bandmembers were still in their teens, subsequent albums Nihility (2002) and The Negation(2004) helped build Decapitated a robust international fan base. The group disbanded in 2007 after an automobile accident claimed the life of Vitek, but re-formed two years later. Since then, Decapitated has remained at the forefront of the extreme metal scene, issuing acclaimed efforts like Blood Mantra (2014) and Cancer Culture (2022) that pair virtuosic musicality with unparalleled aggression.
Formed in 1996, when the average age of members Sauron(vocals), Vogg (guitar), Martin (bass), and Vitek (drums) was just 14, Decapitated quickly gained recognition as one of Poland’s, and even Europe’s, finest exponents of ultra-technical death metal. They perfected these talents over the course of demos Cemeterial Gardens (1997) and The Eye of Horus (1998) before signing with Earache’s Wicked World imprint for the release of their 2000 debut, Winds of Creation, which in turn led to a successful bout of U.K. touring in support of grindcore merchants Lock Up. The following year’s The First Damned resurrected those early demos for official release, and well-regarded follow-up efforts like Nihility (2002) and The Negation (2004) only heightened the group’s international profile. Of note, starting in 1999, Vogg and Martin have also been involved with acclaimed Polish black metal band Lux Occulta. 2005 saw the departure of vocalist Sauron, and the arrival of new singer Covan (Adrian Kowanek) who made his debut on 2006’s Organic Hallucinosis, which marked the band’s first outing for Earache.
SEATING CHART
***All reserved seatingis along the balcony ledge and is first come first serve within each section. Padded seat stools are used and there are no backs to them. Sections A and K are alongside the PA system that is hanging from the ceiling and has a semi obstructed view. General admission ticket holders will be standing directly behind this seating, there is no barrier separating reserved seating and general admission***
VENUE RULES
- You must be 21 years of age or older to purchase and / or consume alcohol.
- You must have a valid form of Federal or State ID as proof of age, NO TICKETS.
- Fake ID’s will be confiscated and you will be escorted out with NO REFUNDS.
- 18 and under must adhere to local curfew laws or be accompanied by someone 18+.
- Ear plugs are suggested for all concerts.
- No weapons, backpacks, umbrellas, strollers or outside food / beverage allowed.
- No crowd surfing is allowed.
- No In and Outs, all re-entry’s will need a new ticket purchase
- No smoking inside the building of any kind.
- No Photography or Video
- EVERYONE that enters is required to wear a wristband if designated by security
- No fighting or aggressive behavior will be tolerated
- By entering, you acknowledge the rules above and agree to their terms. The Forge
- has the right to refuse entry to anyone who cannot provide a valid ID, is intoxicated or appears to be under the influence.
- Please be respectful of your surroundings and of others around you at all times.