Held on July 28–30, 2017, Steelhouse Festival 2017 proved once again why it’s the highest, mightiest, and most community-driven rock festival in the UK. Nestled on a Welsh mountain and blessed (mostly) by the weather gods, the 2017 lineup brought hard rock royalty, rising stars, and a whole lotta Welsh pride to the Valleys. Let’s dive in 🤘
🎉 Friday – July 28th (Warm-Up Night)
A rock ‘n’ roll starter course served with big energy and proper mountain vibes.
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Skam ⚡🎸
Leicester power trio with modern hard rock thunder – tight, loud, and totally relentless. -
Bigfoot 🐾🔥
Hard rock beasts! Riffs, hair, and hooks as huge as their name. -
Florence Black 🌑🐉
Fresh-faced and fierce – representing Wales with pride and power!
🔥 Saturday – July 29th
The mountain rumbled under the weight of monster riffs and soaring vocals!
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Saxon 🦅⚔️ (Headliners)
NWOBHM legends delivered a battle-hardened masterclass. “Wheels of Steel,” “Denim and Leather,” “Crusader” – you name it, they brought it! A bucket list band for many mountain-goers. -
Inglorious 🎤💥
Nathan James’s voice hit the back of the mountain and then some. Powerful, soulful, pure rock drama. -
King King 🎩🎶
Bluesy brilliance. Alan Nimmo and co. brought warmth, smiles, and stellar musicianship. -
Broken Witt Rebels 🎙️🥃
Southern-tinged rock from Birmingham – emotive, anthemic, and fiery. -
Stone Broken 💎🥁
Back again and bigger – future headliners-in-the-making, no doubt. -
Jared James Nichols 🎸🧔
Wisconsin blues-rock shredder – “pickless” and fearless!
🤘 Sunday – July 30th
The final day saw legends take flight and newer acts rise to glory.
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Last in Line 🛡️🎤 (Headliners)
Featuring former Dio bandmates, they delivered a thunderous tribute to the metal legend, playing Dio classics and new material alike. “Holy Diver” on a Welsh mountaintop? Bendigedig! -
Steve Harris British Lion 🦁🇬🇧
Iron Maiden’s bassist brought his side project to Steelhouse – thundering, raw, and full of gallop! -
Gun 🔫🎶
Scottish rock veterans who fired hit after hit – “Better Days,” “Word Up!” and more! -
The Quireboys 🍷🎩
A Steelhouse staple – Spike’s charm, boozy singalongs, and good-time rock ‘n’ roll. -
Tequila Mockingbyrd 🍸🐦
Aussie power trio with sass, speed, and proper punch. -
Scarlet Rebels (then known as V0iD) 🔴🎸
Welsh rockers who’ve since gone on to big things – already turning heads here!
🏁 Final Thoughts – Steelhouse 2017
Steelhouse 2017 was a mighty mix of nostalgia and new blood, a weekend where NWOBHM met modern hard rock and Welsh talent stood proud. From Saxon’s thunderous set to the breakout energy of Florence Black and Stone Broken, it was a weekend for the books.
Welsh Sayings Recap:
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“Bendigedig!” to Saxon and Last in Line – true mountain headliners.
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“Ych-a-fi!” to whoever dropped their chips in the pit 🍟😂
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“Tidy!” for the energy of Bigfoot and Jared James Nichols.
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“Iechyd da!” to every muddy legend in the bar queue 🍻
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“C’mon Wales!” for Florence Black and V0iD – local heroes in the making.
