Slaughter to Prevail singer Alex Terrible has announced his new ‘Blood4Blood’ event. The event will combine the worlds of hard rock and heavy metal with bare knuckle fighting, with the help of US festival promoter Danny Wimmer Presents, as reported on Instagram.
The announcement detailed Terrible’s vision for creating an event that reflects his dual passions for fighting and heavy music.
“It is a big honour for me to finally bring Blood4Blood to life. From the beginning I wanted to create something that shows who I really am,” Terrible said. “Fighting and heavy music have always been my world, my passion, my lifestyle.”
The event will feature both live music performances and bare knuckle fighting matches. This represents a unique crossover between entertainment genres.
“To have the first Blood4Blood hosted by the biggest bare-knuckle promotion in the world and to work with the biggest live promoter in North America to build this event with me means a lot,” he continued. “We have four real fights and four powerful bands… I will step into the ring and on the stage. I give everything. This is my heart. This is Blood4Blood.”
US festival promoter Danny Wimmer also expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration. He cited his personal connection to martial arts.
“I’ve been deeply passionate about martial arts, training in jiu-jitsu and MMA for years, so when Alex and 5B brought me this concept, it immediately resonated,” Wimmer said. “They laid out a vision that felt bold and authentic, and I’m proud we’re now partnering with Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship, who bring tremendous value and energy to this one-of-a-kind event.”
Wimmer described the event as groundbreaking. He noted its timing in relation to other major events.
“Alongside Alex Terrible of Slaughter To Prevail, we’re building something truly groundbreaking: four fights and four bands on the Wednesday before ‘Welcome To Rockville’,” he continued. “Stepping into fight promotion is new territory for me, and blending rock’s energy with the raw thrill of bare knuckle action feels like a natural evolution. I’m grateful Alex and his team trusted me with the vision, and I can’t wait to step into this new arena…literally.”
This groundbreaking collaboration brings together two established forces in their respective industries. Each has significant experience in entertainment production.
Alex Terrible, born Aleksandr Shikolai, has been known for his guttural vocals and brutal stage presence since joining the Russian deathcore band in 2014. His distinctive vocal style and commanding presence have made Slaughter to Prevail one of the most recognizable acts in the deathcore scene. The band gained international recognition for their intense live performances and heavy sound.
The partnership with Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship represents a strategic alliance with the premier U.S. bare-knuckle boxing promotion. BKFC was founded in 2018 by David Feldman. The organization has established itself as the leading organization sanctioning fights without gloves, bringing a raw and authentic combat experience to audiences across the country.
Danny Wimmer’s involvement adds significant promotional expertise to the venture. His company, Danny Wimmer Presents, has been producing major rock festivals like Welcome to Rockville and Sonic Temple since 2011. The company has established a strong reputation for creating large-scale music events that attract hundreds of thousands of attendees annually.
The Blood4Blood event represents a new venture combining live music and combat sports entertainment. It is scheduled to take place the Wednesday before Welcome to Rockville, positioning it as a unique precursor to one of the largest rock festivals in North America.
