Trivium is facing criticism from fans after sharing professionally filmed footage of their August 8th, 2025 performance at Bloodstock Open Air festival. Viewers noted that all close-up shots of former drummer Alex Bent were removed from the video. The controversy emerged after the band posted the performance footage on Trivium’s YouTube channel.
The official video description highlighted the significance of the performance. It stated the show was a career-spanning set with deep cuts and fan favorites.
“On August 8th, 2025, metal titans Trivium delivered a monumental headline performance at Bloodstock Open Air, cementing their legacy as one of modern metal’s most formidable live forces,” the description read. “This career-spanning set was packed with deep cuts, fan favorites, surprises, and historic moments, including the live debut of ‘Bury Me with My Screams,’ making this performance an essential watch for Trivium fans and metalheads alike.”
However, fans quickly noticed the absence of the former drummer’s footage. They expressed their disappointment in the comments section.
“The only thing that got obliterated here was Alex’s shots. Extremely disrespectful. Someone who plays like that puts his heart and soul into it,” one fan commented. “From Trivium’s fans, if you see this Alex, we know you were there and we thank you.”
Another fan criticized the decision directly, stating: “It was completely unnecessary to cut out Alex Bent’s footage from the entire video. What a shame.”
A third fan acknowledged the quality of the video while expressing regret over the editing choice: “Very good video. Big shame Alex is cut from it though – sad that is how the band and music industry think previous members should be dealt with – the era with him was one of the best of the band’s history.”
The controversy surrounding the edited footage comes at a significant time for the band. They are navigating changes in their lineup and continuing their touring commitments.
Hard Rock Info reported that Alex Bent had been Trivium’s drummer for the past 9 years before the Florida-based metallers parted ways with him. His departure marked the end of nearly a decade-long collaboration that saw the band through multiple album releases and countless live performances worldwide.
The timing of the Bloodstock performance and subsequent video release has added another layer to the ongoing discussion about how bands handle transitions between members. The Mosh noted that fans have specifically accused Trivium of erasing Alex Bent from their 2025 Bloodstock Open Air pro-shot set. This led to widespread backlash across social media platforms.
In response to the lineup changes, Hard Rock Info revealed that Trivium has recruited drummer Greyson Nekrutman for upcoming shows. This development suggests the band is moving forward with their touring schedule despite the recent personnel changes and fan criticism.
The backlash highlights ongoing tensions regarding how bands handle footage featuring former members in official releases. It raises questions about the music industry’s approach to preserving the contributions of departed band members in archived performances.
