Ugly Kid Joe are living proof that humor and heavy rock go together wonderfully. With their mix of hard rock, metal, and funk, the Californians created a sound in the early 90s that turned "Everything About You" and their cover version of "Cats in the Cradle" into international hits. They loved poking fun at convention while simultaneously celebrating the great guitar solo. After a few years off, the band returned in 2010 and has since demonstrated that their blend of groove, melodic vocals, and ironic self-irony is timeless. On stage, Ugly Kid Joe come across as a fun-loving gang, celebrating a loud, sweaty party with their audience, and that's exactly what we expect for Wacken 2025.
Whitfield Crane
Lead Vocals
Klaus Eichstadt
Lead Guitar / Backing Vocals
Cordell Crockett
Bass / Backing Vocals
Dave Fortman
Rhythm Guitar / Backing Vocals
Zac Morris
Drums
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Coyote Ugly62%
The Rocker60%
Airheads62%
Power Ballad70%
Metal Lords68%
Uncle Peckerhead59%
Taylor Swift: Reputation Stadium Tour81%
A Mighty Wind67%
Metallica: Through the Never68%
Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny67%
Rock Star67%
8 Mile71%
Calamity Jane69%
Love Happy58%
Let It Shine69%
The Dirt74%
Pitch Perfect 365%
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This Is Spinal Tap74%
