Mike Hranica of metlecore band The Devil Wears Prada presided over a night of non-stop mayhem this fine night at The Ritz

The “The Devil Wears Prada Is Eternal” tour stop at The Ritz in Raleigh on November 7, 2024, was an unforgettable night of metalcore mastery. The Devil Wears Prada, hailing from Dayton, Ohio, headlined this tour, their first major run since 2022. The tour kicked off on October 25, 2024, in Grand Rapids, MI, and spans 30 dates, concluding in Albuquerque, NM, on December 1, 2024. Known for their aggressive riffs and introspective lyrics, TDWP’s current lineup includes Mike Hranica (vocals), Jeremy DePoyster (guitar/vocals), Kyle Sipress (lead guitar), Andy Trick (bass), Jonathan Gering (keyboards), and Giuseppe Capolupo (drums). Visit their official site here.

Silent Planet, from Azusa, California, brought their emotional and philosophical edge to the stage. Led by Garrett Russell (vocals), the band features Mitch Stark (guitar), Thomas Freckleton (bass/vocals), and Alex Camarena (drums). Known for their poetic lyrics and 2023 album Iridescent, they teased material from their upcoming project. Their official site can be found here.

See You Space Cowboy, a chaotic hardcore act from San Diego, warmed up the crowd with tracks from their 2022 release The Romance of Affliction. Their lineup features Connie Sgarbossa (vocals), Taylor Allen (guitar), Ethan Sgarbossa (guitar), Timmy Moreno (bass), and AJ Tartol (drums). Learn more about them here. Like Moths to Flames, from Columbus, Ohio, featured Chris Roetter (vocals), Aaron Evans (bass), Zach Pishney (guitar), and Jeremy Smith (guitar), performing tracks from their latest EP, Pure Like Porcelain. Check them out here.

Opening the night, Louisville’s Greyhaven showcased their eclectic sound blending post-hardcore and progressive elements. Their lineup includes Brent Mills (vocals), Nick Spencer (guitar), Johnny Muench (bass), and Ethan Spray (drums). They featured songs from their 2023 album This Bright and Beautiful World. Explore their music here.

Each band had unique merchandise on offer, from exclusive tour T-shirts and vinyl records to signed posters. The diversity of sounds and high-energy performances made this night a celebration of the metalcore genre’s evolution and vitality​.

The Devil Wears Prada

Silent Planet

See You Space Cowboy

Like Moths To Flames

Greyhaven