PLANET DESERT ROCK WEEKEND VI

Full Roster Update for 2026

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KIND – out of Boston, Massachusetts, will be joining the party!  Long overdue to have this fantastic band be part of our weekender. With three albums on Ripple Music, they have really carved out a name for themselves as an outstanding heavy rock band. They just recently released a new single, “The Lean” – available on Bandcamp.

For those who may be unfamiliar, on vocals is Craig Riggs, known for his days as singer for Roadsaw as well as drummer for Sasquatch.  On guitar is Darryl Shepard, who formerly fronted Black Pyramid for a time. On drums is Matt Cuoto, who was the original drummer for Elder. Holding down the low end is Tom Corino from Rozamov.  KIND hasn’t played out west since their tour with Salem’s Bend, so we are super excited to have them.  Always a party with these guys around!

BASK out of Asheville, North Carolina, will be cruising out possibly for the first time out west to be part of Planet Desert Rock Weekend! This 5-piece band has four releases to their credit, including their 2025 release on Season of Mist, ‘The Turning‘, which landed at #7 on the August Doom Charts and has received outstanding feedback from the heavy rock and psych crowd.

Their style is quite varied and would probably be a cross between heavy psych and heavy rock, but with progressive and Americana influences injected in there as well. Their music has a depth to it, and creativity spills over throughout their majestic catalog.

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For those still on the fence, here are some excellent reviews from past events:

“Planet Desert Rock Weekend in Las Vegas is an absolute must for rock enthusiasts! The event offers amazing sound quality at both locations, creating an immersive experience for every performance. The lineup is a perfect mix of talented bands, including an international showcase that brings incredible acts from around the world to the stage. What truly sets this festival apart is the unique opportunity to interact with the bands, making it a more personal and unforgettable experience for fans. Whether you’re a die-hard rock fan or just love live music, Planet Desert Rock Weekend delivers in every way! Highly recommended!” – DJ from Orlando, FL

“PDRW is a load of fun! And the fact that many fans continue to come back year after year is a testament to the well-curated line up of rockin’ bands, awesome venues and staff and strong camaraderie in the crowd. You always leave with more friends than you arrived with and what better place to do this than Vegas! John Gist puts a lot of effort into this festival and it shows. We can’t wait to go back!” – Debbie from Oakland, CA

“I attended Planet Desert Rock Weekend this year and I’m really looking forward to it again next year. The shows don’t start until the evening, so you have a chance to see other sites in Vegas. It’s not overwhelming like some festivals can be. No multiple stages and no overlapping performances, just one great band after another with about 20 minutes in between to have a smoke or grab a drink. I attended alone and was a little nervous but half way through the first night it felt like a big party and we were all there together. I met a bunch of cool people and some of the band members were very approachable and friendly too. See you in Vegas hopefully!” – Andy from NYC

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