Bullet Storms Nottingham: First UK Show in Over a Decade at The Nest! Saturday 16th August 2025

18 June 2025 rocknews

UK metal fans, brace yourselves! Triple Moose Management and Rock Vibes Nottingham are unleashing a Scandinavian metal onslaught at The Nest, Notts County FC’s electrifying new music venue, with Bullet, Sweden’s heavy metal titans, headlining their first UK show in over 10 years. Joined by special guests Suicide Bombers, Smoking Snakes, and Digging Graves, this high-octane event follows Rock Vibes’ triumphant Mayhem Rock Festival 2025, where Smoking Snakes set Nottingham’s Saltbox ablaze. With Bullet’s new album on the horizon, expect a night of fist-pumping riffs and raw rock energy that’ll shake The Nest to its core.

Bullet: Växjö’s Heavy Metal Warriors

Formed in Växjö, Sweden, in 2001 by guitarist Hampus Klang and vocalist Dag “Hell” Hofer, Bullet has carved a legacy in heavy metal with their AC/DC-inspired, NWOBHM-fueled sound. With six studio albums—Heading for the Top (2006), Bite the Bullet (2008), Highway Pirates (2011), Full Pull (2012), Storm of Blades (2014), and Dust to Gold (2018)—Bullet delivers gritty, anthem-driven rock. Praised by Myth of Rock for their “big refrains and catchy guitar phrases,” their music is a love letter to the road warrior lifestyle.

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Bullet’s live credentials are unmatched. They’ve rocked Europe’s biggest stages, including Rock Am Ring, Graspop Metal Meeting, Sweden Rock Festival, Rock Hard, Keep It True, Headbangers Open Air, and Wacken Open Air (2011, 2013). In 2009, they opened for AC/DC before 55,000 fans at Ullevi in Gothenburg and played two tracks at Stockholm’s Globe Arena before an NHL match. Their upcoming album, teased with tracks like Speed and Attack, Fuel the Fire, and Wildfire, captures “life on the road, freedom, adventure, and endless fun,” as Hampus Klang puts it, promising a fresh batch of singalong anthems.

Scandinavian Firepower: The Lineup

The Nest will erupt with a killer supporting cast:

Suicide Bombers: Norway’s sleaze rock rebels bring glam-fueled chaos. Known for albums like All for the Candy (2019) and their theatrical live shows, they’re a perfect match for Bullet’s raw energy. Check them out at facebook.com/SUiCiDEBOMBERSMUSiC.
Smoking Snakes: Fresh off their blistering set at Mayhem Rock Festival 2025 on May 17 at Nottingham’s Saltbox, this Gothenburg-based sleaze metal band, formed in 2022, channels 80s arena rock icons like W.A.S.P. and RATT. Their debut Danger Zone (2023) and tracks like “Angels Calling” and “Rocking Till the Morning Light” ignited the crowd, with Rockposer noting their “strong performance” and W.A.S.P.-like energy. Follow them at facebook.com/smokingsnakesofsweden.
Digging Graves: An emerging Scandinavian act, Digging Graves delivers dark, heavy riffs with gritty intensity. Though newer, their raw power makes them a must-see opener. Visit digginggraves.com.

The Nest: Nottingham’s New Rock Haven

The Nest, Notts County FC’s cutting-edge music venue, is built for intimate, high-energy gigs with top-tier sound. After Rock Vibes’ success with Mayhem Rock Festival, where Smoking Snakes and others tore up Saltbox, The Nest is the ideal stage for Bullet’s UK comeback. Learn more at nottscountyfc.co.uk/the-nest.

Why This Show Is Unmissable

Bullet’s return to the UK after a decade is a metal milestone. Their live shows, likened to AC/DC and Accept, deliver heart-pounding energy, with fans praising their “great setlist and very good performance” at past gigs. Smoking Snakes’ recent Mayhem performance, described by myglobalmind as a “masterclass in establishing an immediate connection,” sets the stage for another unforgettable night. Add Suicide Bombers’ sleaze and Digging Graves’ raw edge, and this Scandinavian lineup is pure dynamite.

Get Your Tickets Now!

Secure your spot for this epic night at The Nest via nottscountyfc.co.uk/the-nest. For more on Bullet, visit bulletrock.com. Stay updated with the bands:

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Bullet: bulletrock.com
Suicide Bombers: facebook.com/SUiCiDEBOMBERSMUSiC
Smoking Snakes: facebook.com/smokingsnakesofsweden
Digging Graves: digginggraves.com

Triple Moose Management and Rock Vibes Nottingham are turning The Nest into a heavy metal inferno. Join the chaos and witness Bullet’s triumphant UK return!