Photos by Ant Ritz
Featuring Ashley Cooke, Avery Anna, Carter Faith, Cody Johnson, Cole Swindell, Lane Pittman, Wyatt Flores, Zach Top

Photos by Ant Ritz
Featuring Ashley Cooke, Avery Anna, Carter Faith, Cody Johnson, Cole Swindell, Lane Pittman, Wyatt Flores, Zach Top
Photos by Ant Ritz
Featuring Alana Springsteen, Ashley Cooke, Dalton Dover, Jon Pardi, Koe Wetzel, Larry Fleet, Mackenzie Carpenter, Ole 60, Wyatt Flores
Photos by Ant Ritz
by Krista Melsom – Kristabella Photography
Knotfest isn’t just a festival—it’s a gathering of a family bound by a love for heavy music, unity, and pure, unfiltered energy. From the moment you step through the gates, there’s an unspoken understanding: this is a place where you can be unapologetically yourself. There’s no judgement here, only acceptance, camaraderie, and a shared passion for the music that fuels us. Whether you’re a pit veteran or a first timer embracing the chaos, you’re welcomed with open arms. I was lucky enough to be a part of the family for the final stop in Sydney.
Continue reading Live Review: KNOTFEST, Sydney 2025Photos by Krista Melsom – Kristabella Photography
Photos by Krista Melsom – Kristabella Photography
Photos by Krista Melsom – Kristabella Photography
Photos by Krista Melsom – Kristabella Photography
Photos by Krista Melsom – Kristabella Photography
Baby Metal
Photos by Krista Melsom – Kristabella Photography
Photos by Krista Melsom – Kristabella Photography
By Krista Melsom
Knotfest sideshows ignited in spectacular fashion last night at Fortitude Music Hall. The sight of a massive line of eager fans stretching down Brunswick St Mall made it easy to forget it was a school or work night. Unlike many gigs where crowds gradually fill the venue, last night was different—fans arrived in droves as soon as the doors opened, packing the place well before the first act even stepped on stage. Once things kicked off, it was clear why no one wanted to miss a second.
by Krista Melsom – Kristabella Photography
A Day To Remember
Photos by Peter Coates – https://www.facebook.com/InsideEdgePhotography
A scintillating slide guitarist from the Welsh Marches in the UK, Troy Redfern exhibits a technical prowess and reckless passion in his playing, even when in an intimate venue with a capacity crowd of about 50! He said it would be a pretty stripped back performance tonight, and then proceeded to rip through a blistering couple of sets, accompanied by the percussion of Nicky Waters on snare and tom.
Continue reading Live Review + Photos: TROY REDFERN at Temperance, Leamington Spa UK – 1st March 2025