There’s always something a little bit special about Sunday at Steelhouse Festival.
It’s the day when the campsite starts looking slightly worse for wear, voices have completely disappeared, everyone’s surviving on coffee, burgers and whatever’s left in the cool box… but nobody wants the weekend to end.
After two incredible days of world-class rock music, Steelhouse XV saves one final mountain-sized party for Sunday, and what a way to finish!
From rising stars to legendary hard rock heroes and one of the most outrageous live bands on the planet, Sunday’s line-up is packed with riffs, laughs and unforgettable moments.
🎤 Sunday’s Main Stage Line-up
🎸 Blue Nation
Kicking off Sunday’s festivities are Blue Nation, ready to wake the mountain up with blues-infused rock and plenty of groove. If you’re nursing a sore head after Saturday night, this is exactly the soundtrack you need.
🎸 LN
Keeping the momentum rolling, LN bring another helping of quality rock to the Welsh mountains as festival-goers slowly emerge from their tents clutching breakfast rolls and coffees.
🤫 Secret Set
Steelhouse loves a surprise…
Nobody knows exactly who’s stepping onto the stage, but if previous years are anything to go by, expect rumours to spread around the campsite faster than someone shouting “free beer!”
Could it be a legendary rocker? A returning favourite? We’ll all find out together.
🎸 Renegade
Time to crank things up.
Renegade deliver classic hard rock that’ll have fists pumping and horns raised across the valley.
🎸 Tyketto
Melodic rock fans are in for a treat as Tyketto arrive with their timeless anthems.
Expect plenty of singalongs and one of those feel-good festival performances that reminds everyone why they fell in love with rock music in the first place.
🎸 Ugly Kid Joe
Party time!
Ugly Kid Joe have been entertaining crowds for decades with their mix of hard rock, humour and huge songs.
Whether it’s Everything About You or Cats in the Cradle, expect thousands of fans singing every word while the mountain echoes back every chorus.
🎸 Alien Ant Farm
Every festival needs that one massive crowd singalong…
Alien Ant Farm are almost guaranteed to deliver it.
The moment the opening riff of Smooth Criminal kicks in, the entire Steelhouse crowd will explode into one giant choir.
Of course, the band have plenty more than one hit, bringing an energetic live show packed with infectious rock anthems and huge festival vibes.
👑 Steel Panther Close Steelhouse XV!
When it comes to ending a rock festival with a smile, there are very few bands better suited than Steel Panther.
Love them or hate them, one thing is guaranteed…
They’re hilarious.
They’re outrageous.
They’re ridiculously talented musicians.
Expect outrageous jokes, lightning-fast guitar solos, giant choruses, audience interaction and enough glam metal madness to light up the Welsh mountains.
It promises to be the perfect send-off for another unforgettable Steelhouse Festival.
🏕️ The Final Day Feels Different
There’s always something emotional about Sunday afternoon at Steelhouse.
People you’ve only known for three days suddenly feel like lifelong friends.
The campsite has become a temporary home.
Every walk between the arena and the campsite is filled with “See you next year!”
The mountain works its magic once again.
Steelhouse has always been more than just another festival.
It’s a family.
A community.
A yearly reunion for thousands of rock fans who travel from across the UK and beyond to celebrate the music they love.
🤘 The Riff Report Verdict
Steelhouse XV has already delivered another incredible weekend of music, memories and mountain magic, but Sunday looks set to provide one final explosion before everyone heads back down the mountain.
Whether you’re there for the mystery Secret Set, the nostalgia of Ugly Kid Joe, the singalong anthems of Alien Ant Farm or the gloriously over-the-top chaos of Steel Panther, one thing is certain…
Steelhouse always knows how to end on a high.
We’ll be soaking up every riff, every chant, every laugh and every unforgettable moment from the mountain.
See you in the pit, butt! 🍻🤘
Happy Steelhouse Sunday from everyone at The Riff Report!
Michael is the founder, editor, and chief riff wrangler behind The Riff Report, an independent Welsh rock and metal publication built by fans, for fans. With a lifelong passion for loud guitars, unforgettable live shows, and the incredible community that surrounds rock and metal, he created The Riff Report to celebrate everything that makes the scene special—from legendary headline acts and grassroots venues to rising bands that deserve to be heard.
A familiar face at festivals across the UK, Michael spends much of the year covering events including Download Festival, Bloodstock Open Air, Steelhouse Festival, Firevolt, Plumpton Revival, and many more. Whether he’s battling the Welsh weather on a mountainside, surviving a weekend in a muddy campsite, or squeezed against the front barrier with thousands of fellow fans, he’s always searching for the next great story to share.
As editor of The Riff Report, Michael writes festival guides, breaking news, album reviews, gig reviews, interviews, opinion pieces, nostalgia features, and behind-the-scenes stories from across the rock and metal world. His writing combines honest opinions, humour, and a genuine love for live music, bringing readers closer to the bands, festivals, venues, and people that keep the scene alive.
Michael is particularly passionate about supporting independent artists, local venues, charities, and the wider UK rock and metal community. He believes every band deserves a chance to be discovered and every festival has a story worth telling. Through The Riff Report, he aims to shine a spotlight on both the biggest names in rock and the future stars waiting to break through.
When he’s not writing or interviewing artists, you’ll probably find him exploring festival campsites, photographing live shows, chatting with fellow fans over a pint, or planning the next road trip in search of more riffs, bigger crowds, and unforgettable moments.
Above all, Michael believes rock and metal are about more than music—they’re about community, friendship, and creating memories that last a lifetime. That’s exactly what The Riff Report exists to celebrate.
Proudly Welsh. Proudly Loud. Always chasing the next great riff. 🤘
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