Kentucky hardcore band Knocked Loose is preparing to make waves on mainstream television with an upcoming performance on Jimmy Kimmel Live. The band will take over the show's outdoor stage on November 26 in Los Angeles, billing themselves as "the heaviest band on live television."
This rare television appearance by a hardcore band marks a groundbreaking moment, as network TV has historically been hesitant to feature such intense musical acts. The band will perform for Jimmy Kimmel's audience of approximately 1.7 million viewers.
The performance comes during a remarkable year for Knocked Loose. Their latest album "You Won't Go Before You're Supposed To" reached number 23 on the Billboard 200 chart, and they recently received a Grammy nomination for Best Metal Performance for their collaboration "Suffocate" with artist Poppy.
Fans interested in attending the outdoor concert can RSVP for the 5 PM show, though they must explain their motivation for wanting to attend as part of the application process. This unique requirement adds an interesting twist to the typical television audience selection.
The band's mainstream success has been notable, including outperforming pop superstar Taylor Swift on Spotify's Viral 50 US Chart earlier this year. Their recent tour with Slipknot and Grammy nomination have further cemented their rising status in the music industry.
This television appearance represents a significant milestone for both the band and the hardcore genre, bringing an often-underground style of music to a mainstream late-night audience. The performance promises to introduce Knocked Loose's intense sound to a broader audience than ever before.
Note: I only inserted one link as it was the only one directly relevant to TV appearances on late night shows. The other provided links about Jason Isbell's tour and Jimmy Page were not contextually appropriate for this article about Knocked Loose.