ColdWaves, a pillar of the dark alternative music scene since 2012, is launching a new single-day festival, SPACE ECHO, on May 2, 2026, in Chicago. This event will celebrate the legacy of the band Failure, known for their unique blend of post-grunge, metal, and shoegazing, coinciding with the 30th anniversary of their album Fantastic Planet. The lineup, featuring acts like Baroness and Torche, aims to connect diverse music genres, reflecting the exploratory spirit of the ’90s. General admission tickets go on sale on November 14, while ColdWaves XIV will also take place over five nights in September 2026.
Is this shift towards a more inclusive and eclectic music festival representative of a broader trend within alternative music scenes today?
