Groaning Retch

Prepare for an evening of unrelenting brutality as Groaning Retch joins a stacked lineup of death metal legends at Hamden's iconic Space Ballroom. On Monday, July 13, 2026, the venue transforms into a thunderous cathedral of heavy music, hosting one of the most crushing bills the Connecticut metal scene has seen in years. This is not a night for the faint of heart — it is a celebration of sonic extremity at its finest. Headlined by death metal veterans Six Feet Under and the ferocious Canadian outfit Kataklysm, the night promises relentless riffs, bone-shaking breakdowns, and pit-ready energy from start to finish. Technical death metal act Wormhole adds a layer of cosmic intensity to the proceedings, while local representatives Groaning Retch bring raw, hometown pride to a stage shared with genre giants. Each act brings its own brand of devastation, ensuring the crowd never catches its breath. Space Ballroom's intimate yet powerful atmosphere makes every performance feel visceral and immediate — the sound system built for exactly this kind of sonic onslaught. Whether you are a die-hard fan of any act on the bill or simply hunger for the communal catharsis that only a great metal show delivers, this night in Hamden is an unmissable moment for the New England heavy music community.