The evening of April 25 at PriMarius craft pivovara will be remembered as one of those rare nights when the underground scene proves just how alive—and loud—it truly is. Under the banner of UNHOLY APOSTATES, four bands delivered a relentless showcase of power, precision, and passion that kept the crowd locked in from the first note to the final echo.
Opening the ritual, REGRESSION OF STYLE set the tone with a performance that felt less like a concert and more like a summoning. The long-awaited return of ROS proved more than worth of that six-year silence. Their set struck a compelling balance between aggression and melody, with tight musicianship and emotionally charged delivery. The expanded lineup brought a fuller, richer sound, and the audience responded enthusiastically, clearly ready to welcome them back into the scene. We are looking forward to their further performances, set for Slovenia and hopefully many other places!
Old-school black/death intensity of ČERNOBOG, paired with thick atmosphere and mythological overtones, immediately drew the audience into their world. It was raw, immersive, and fiercely authentic—an ideal start that pulled even early arrivals straight into the pit.
Momentum only grew stronger with EXPIRIUM, who took the stage with undeniable confidence. Promoting their debut album Abomination of Flesh, they delivered a crushing performance packed with groove-heavy riffs and technical flair. Their energy was infectious—heads were banging across the venue, and the pit became one of the most active of the night. For a relatively young band, their command of the stage and crowd was impressive and promising.
Headliners WARHAMMER closed the night in explosive fashion. Making their Zagreb debut, the Athens-based group lived up to their reputation with a ferocious, non-stop set. Blending their newer black/death sound with the intensity of their earlier thrash roots, they delivered a performance that was both technically sharp and brutally energetic. The crowd fed off every moment, creating a feedback loop of energy that carried through to the very last note.
What stood out just as much as the performances was the turnout. The venue was packed, and notably, a large portion of the audience consisted of younger fans. Their presence—and their enthusiasm—spoke volumes about the vitality of the metal scene’s next generation. From front-row headbangers to circle pit regulars, their energy helped elevate the entire night into something genuinely special!
Four bands, each bringing their own identity and strength, combined to create an unforgettable evening! Unholy Apostates wasn’t just a concert—it was a statement: the scene is thriving, the talent is undeniable, and the future is loud. Organisers TONELESS EVENTS once again delivered a magical evening: night full of metalhead brotherly love, familiar friends and brand new acquaintances while enjoying the most uncompromising, fiercest riffs today’s bands can come up with!
Note: photographs from the private archive
