The aftermath of the Blue Ridge Rock Festival three weeks ago continues to unravel. As we discussed in Metal Insider's headbangers' brawl, attendees report experiencing gastrointestinal issues. The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) is actively investigating these complaints in collaboration with the Southside Health District. Several festival-goers, including Andy Petite from Massachusetts, reported by
Blue Ridge Rock Festival organizers have issued a statement addressing various issues surrounding the festival. However, ultimately, they stand behind their original reason for canceling the four-day event a few days early, which they cited was due to weather. Despite the organizers' latest statement, allegations of poor working conditions, staff shortages, miscommunications, possible contamination
Metal Insider's Headbangers' Brawl is back, and what a comeback it is! Featuring new and veteran contributors, the team has had one heated debate on what the heck happened to this year’s Blue Ridge Rock Festival. Did the early cancellation result from adverse weather, poor organization, or other undisclosed reasons? Were the rumors and
The Blue Ridge Rock Festival has been on Metal Insider's radar for the past few years. While one year had a rocky start, resulting in the creation of a now-popular private Facebook group known as Screwed By Blue Ridge Rock Festival, we were once confident and excited to see what the sold-out 2023 event