Review & Photos: Mudvayne, Static-X, Vended in Youngstown, Ohio

By David Desin, OOTB Publications

Mudvayne Brings Raw Power And Emotion, Celebrating 25 Years Of L.D. 50

If you were anywhere near the Covelli Centre on Wednesday, Sept. 17, chances are your bones are still rattling from the sheer sonic assault that Mudvayne and their powerhouse tourmates delivered to a packed Youngstown crowd.

The L.D. 50 25th Anniversary Tour isn’t just a nostalgia trip—it's a full-blown resurrection of one of metal’s most aggressive and experimental eras, and it’s hitting harder than ever.

VENDED: The New Blood With Old-School Fury

Kicking off the night, Vended proved exactly why they’re one of the most talked about rising forces in metal.

The sons of Slipknot royalty (vocalist Griffin Taylor, drummer Simon Crahan) may have metal in their blood, but they’ve carved out their own savage sound—explosive, pissed off and unrelenting.

Vended delivered a set that turned skeptics into believers. Expect to see their name at the top of future festival lineups.

STATIC-X: Evil Disco Legends Still Pack A Punch

Following up, Static-X brought their signature blend of industrial crunch and nü-metal mayhem.

With a setlist loaded with fan favorites like "Push It" and "Cold," the band charged forward with ferocious energy.

The cybernetic stage show, pulsating lights, and brutal rhythms transported the crowd back to the golden age of heavy music—but with a sharp modern edge.

Static-X puts on one hell of a solid stage performance with balloons bouncing in the audience to soap suds showering the crowd.

MUDVAYNE: Chaos, Catharsis And Heart

And then… the main event. As the stage went dark, the crowd erupted.

Mudvayne launched into “Dig” like a war machine, instantly throwing the floor into chaos. From that point on, it was an all-out blitz through the L.D. 50 album that changed heavy music forever.

Chad Gray was an absolute force—screaming, growling, and bleeding emotion into every line. The chemistry between the band members was electric, even in the face of tragedy.

Mid-set, Chad paused to share a deeply emotional moment with the crowd, speaking about guitarist Greg Tribbett’s heartbreaking loss—his wife recently passed away after a battle with cancer.

Tears were shed and horns were raised high.

“This one’s for Greg. This one’s for all of you fighting battles we can’t see,” Chad said, his voice cracking under the weight of grief and love.

The band then tore into “Death Blooms,” a fitting tribute to pain, loss, and the resilience of the human spirit.

Fans showed nothing but love and support—clapping, chanting and holding up phone lights in a touching sea of solidarity.

Special Shout-Out To Shannon Gunz

SiriusXM Octane host and Chad’s wife, Shannon Gunz, was also in attendance; mingling in the crowd like a true metal fan.

She took time to hang out, take selfies, and connect with the fans who keep this scene alive.

Shannon, you rock—your presence didn’t go unnoticed, and it made the night even more special for many.

Final Thoughts

From the blistering energy of Vended to the industrial stomp of Static-X, and the emotional, crushing power of Mudvayne, the Covelli Centre hosted a night that Youngstown won't forget any time soon.

It was loud. It was heavy. It was real. This wasn't just a celebration of L.D. 50—it was a celebration of life, death, and everything in between.

Love and prayers to Greg, his family and Mudvayne camp.

Setlist

1. Dig

2. Internal Primates Forever

3. -1

4. Severed

5. Death Blooms

6. Cradle

7. Under My Skin

8. Prod

9. Nothing To Gain