Black Fire performing at Zanzibar, April 2025 From brand new festivals to the emergence of new venues and cutting-edge bands, 2025 has been an unforgettable one for Merseyside heavy rock and metal. As we start 2026, we reflect on last year’s highlights and look forward to what is to come. Events and partnerships One of the core elements of our mission statement was to be outward-facing and to engage where possible with global partners to benefit the Merseyside scene. Thanks t