THE BEAST

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

METAL DEVASTATION PR BACKS “QUIESCENT MANTIS LIVE FROM THE HIVE” FREE ALL-AGES METAL TAKEOVER IN DOWNTOWN KNOXVILLE

Knoxville, TN – Saturday, July 18, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM CDT

Downtown Knoxville is about to get loud in the best possible way as the free all-ages event Quiescent Mantis Live From the Hive invades Market Square on Saturday, July 18, 2026.

Presented in part with support from Metal Devastation PR , this stacked summer night brings together a heavy hitting lineup of underground and rising metal acts for a four hour outdoor assault right in the heart of the city.

This one is open to everyone, no ticket required, no excuses needed.

LINEUP

• Autumn Lies Buried
• Quiescent Mantis Official
• Warclown
• Do Yourself In
• Once More Again
• Plus a special secret set still under wraps

EVENT DETAILS

Market Square, Downtown Knoxville
Free show, all ages welcome
Music runs 6 PM to 10 PM
Outdoor stage takeover featuring multiple heavy sets and a surprise moment built for true metalheads

ABOUT THE EVENT

“Live From the Hive” brings the underground spirit right into the city center, turning Knoxville’s historic square into a full scale metal gathering. Expect crushing sets, community chaos in the best way, and that raw DIY energy that keeps this scene alive.

With Metal Devastation PR backing the event, the goal is simple: amplify the underground, pack the square, and give the scene a night to remember without barriers or gatekeeping.

FINAL WORD

This is not a background music situation. This is a full volume, boots on the ground, shake-the-pavement kind of night. Show up early, bring the crew, and let Knoxville feel it.

Let’s make Market Square shake.

Go here for more info: https://www.facebook.com/events/1210834637623626