{"id":29898,"date":"2026-06-18T21:47:56","date_gmt":"2026-06-18T20:47:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/azkenarockfestival.com\/?p=29898"},"modified":"2026-06-19T09:05:29","modified_gmt":"2026-06-19T08:05:29","slug":"azkena-rock-festival-kicks-off-the-first-day-with-a-host-of-reunions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/azkenarockfestival.com\/en\/azkena-rock-festival-kicks-off-the-first-day-with-a-host-of-reunions\/","title":{"rendered":"Azkena Rock Festival kicks off the first day with a host of reunions"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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8 moments that marked the start of the 24th edition at Mendizabala<\/b><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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This afternoon, Mendizabala threw its doors wide open to kick off a new edition that promises to offer all attendees massive doses of rock \u2019n\u2019 roll and unforgettable moments. The first day was filled with reunions, excitement, and, above all, a strong desire to enjoy the best music among all the <\/span>Azkeneros <\/span><\/i>who have been looking forward to this weekend\u2014marked in red on their calendars for months\u2014and are now finally here.<\/span><\/p>\n

With this year\u2019s festival barely underway, tickets are already available for the festival\u2019s 25th anniversary, which will take place on June 17, 18, and 19, 2027. The first tickets are now on sale at the venue\u2019s Info Point at a special price available only at Mendizabala.<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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1. Nhil kicks off this year\u2019s festival in the best possible way<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Nhil was responsible for getting the music started at Mendizabala. The band, originally from Aretxabaleta and led by Sara Alonso on vocals and piano, delighted the first arrivals at the venue with their polished live performance\u2014equally sophisticated and organic\u2014a blend of pop, soul, and funk, enriched with powerful horn arrangements.<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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2. Robert Finley reaffirms his mastery and announces a new tour<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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One of the great voices of contemporary blues joined us for the day with an unbeatable show. The artist took the opportunity to announce his new tour, which will stop in various cities, including Barcelona on November 12 at La [2] de Apolo. Tickets on sale now at <\/span>lasttour.org<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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3. The Power of Imelda May<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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In her highly anticipated return alongside Darrel Higham, Imelda May delivered an exclusive show conceived as a celebration of classic rock \u2019n\u2019 roll, showcasing the elegance, charisma, and interpretive power that have made her one of the genre\u2019s most respected artists.<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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4. The Hives Delight the Audience with an Unforgettable Show<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The Hives have once again demonstrated why they remain one of the most explosive bands on the planet, with a live performance where precision on stage, boundless energy, and generational anthems follow one another with barely a moment\u2019s respite.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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5. Corrosion of Conformity: Icons Across Generations<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Corrosion of Conformity have once again proven their status as a benchmark for several generations of hardcore, metal, and Southern rock musicians with a performance that will remain etched in the memories and ears of the audience.<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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6. Trashville: The Wildest Side of the Lineup<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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As is customary, Trashville has unleashed its parallel universe: a concert hall atmosphere and a lineup of bands that know no bounds. Today, Captain Trasho, Radioactivas, The Concrete Boys, and Les Robots took the stage, pushing the concept of rock to the limit between wild abandon and adrenaline. Pure controlled chaos.<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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7. Azkena Rock Festival linked to B Corp Certification<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The festival will be able to announce for the first time its connection to Last Tour’s B Corp certification, a certified company that supports its development. This link, validated by B Lab through its brand review process, highlights that the festival is part of Last Tour’s ecosystem of cultural projects and operates under a shared model of management, governance, and positive impact. This approach is reflected in measures such as waste reduction and recycling, the promotion of sustainable mobility, prevention and awareness programs against sexist aggression and in favor of equality, the hiring of local teams, and the promotion of free concerts.<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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8. Mendizabala will host ARF\u2019s 25th anniversary on June 17, 18, and 19, 2027<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The dates for ARF\u2019s 25th anniversary were also confirmed today: June 17, 18, and 29, 2027, and, as usual, the event will take place at Mendizabala in Vitoria-Gasteiz. The first festival passes can be purchased exclusively at a special price at the info point located on the festival grounds.<\/span><\/p>\n

Tomorrow, the festival continues with a performance by <\/span>Bywater Call <\/b>at 1:30 p.m. in the Plaza de la Virgen Blanca, with free admission. Back at the festival grounds, at 5:30 p.m., <\/span>Black Maracas <\/b>will kick off a day packed with bands and acts such as <\/span>Los Enemigos, H\u00e4llas, Tropical Fuck Storm<\/b>, the legendary <\/span>Alice Cooper, <\/b>and rock icon <\/span>Evaristo<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Azkena Rock Festival<\/b><\/p>\n

June 18, 19, and 20, 2026\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

Mendizabala, Vitoria-Gasteiz\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

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General admission ticket<\/b>: \u20ac175 + fees\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Gaztea Pass<\/b>: \u20ac100 + fees (for those under 24; ID must be presented upon entry to the festival)\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Single-day ticket<\/b>: \u20ac75 Fri \/ \u20ac75 Sat + processing fees<\/span><\/p>\n

Free<\/b> admission <\/span>for children under 14 <\/b>(after completing the form)\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Friday, June 19<\/b><\/p>\n

PLAZA DE LA VIRGEN BLANCA<\/b><\/p>\n

1:30 PM BYWATER CALL<\/span><\/p>\n

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MENDIZABALA<\/b><\/p>\n

5:00 PM Doors open<\/span><\/p>\n

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GOD<\/b><\/p>\n

5:30 PM BLACK MARACAS<\/span><\/p>\n

7:20 p.m. LOS ENEMIGOS<\/span><\/p>\n

9:45 PM SUGAR\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

12:30 a.m. ALICE COOPER<\/span><\/p>\n

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RESPECT<\/b><\/p>\n

6:15 PM THE DEL FUEGOS<\/span><\/p>\n

8:25 PM OLD CROW MEDICINE SHOW<\/span><\/p>\n

11:00 PM THE TEMPERANCE MOVEMENT<\/span><\/p>\n

1:55 a.m. EVARISTO<\/span><\/p>\n

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LA SALVE<\/b><\/p>\n

6:00 PM THE DAMN TRUTH<\/span><\/p>\n

7:30 PM H\u00c4LLAS<\/span><\/p>\n

9:00 PM CIRCLE JERKS<\/span><\/p>\n

11:20 PM TROPICAL FUCK STORM<\/span><\/p>\n

2:00 a.m. VOIVOD<\/span><\/p>\n

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TRASHVILLE\u00a0 – TRASH A GO-GO!<\/b><\/p>\n

6:15 p.m. CAVEGIRL + THE NEANDERGALS<\/span><\/p>\n

8:00 PM STOMPIN\u2019 RIFFRAFFS<\/span><\/p>\n

10:20 PM HENGE<\/span><\/p>\n

1:00 AM THE DWARVES<\/span><\/p>\n

3:00 a.m. RESTLESS RAMONE<\/span><\/p>\n

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TRASHVILLE – RAT HOLE<\/b><\/p>\n

5:30 PM \u2013 8:30 PM TXIKI ARF<\/span><\/p>\n

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Saturday, June 20<\/b><\/p>\n

PLAZA DE LA VIRGEN BLANCA<\/b><\/p>\n

1:30 PM THE BACKYARD CASANOVAS<\/span><\/p>\n

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MENDIZABALA<\/b><\/p>\n

5:00 p.m. Doors open<\/span><\/p>\n

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GOD<\/b><\/p>\n

5:30 p.m. LEPORA<\/span><\/p>\n

7:20 p.m. SUPERCHUNK<\/span><\/p>\n

9:40 p.m. SOCIAL DISTORTION<\/span><\/p>\n

12:35 a.m. CARPENTER BRUT<\/span><\/p>\n

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RESPECT<\/b><\/p>\n

6:15 PM VANDOLIERS<\/span><\/p>\n

8:25 PM SLEAFORD MODS<\/span><\/p>\n

11:15 PM JASON ISBELL & THE 400 UNIT<\/span><\/p>\n

1:55 a.m. ALCAL\u00c1 NORTE<\/span><\/p>\n

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LA SALVE<\/b><\/p>\n

6:00 PM RODEO<\/span><\/p>\n

7:30 PM SPLIT DOGS<\/span><\/p>\n

8:50 PM STARBENDERS<\/span><\/p>\n

10:30 PM LADY BANANA<\/span><\/p>\n

12:15 a.m. DISCHARGE<\/span><\/p>\n

1:50 THERAPY?<\/span><\/p>\n

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TRASHVILLE – TRASH A GO-GO!<\/b><\/p>\n

6:30 PM TWIN GHOSTS<\/span><\/p>\n

8:30 PM BRIDGE CITY SINNERS<\/span><\/p>\n

10:30 PM CAPIT\u00c1N ENTRESIJOS feat. Garganta Profunda<\/span><\/p>\n

1:00 AM BLOODSUCKING ZOMBIES FROM OUTER SPACE<\/span><\/p>\n

3:00 CUIR<\/span><\/p>\n

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TRASHVILLE – RAT HOLE<\/b><\/p>\n

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