Sacramento, get ready to make some noise. Aftershock returns to Discovery Park October 1–4, 2026, and three members of the Scorpion Percussion artist family are part of the action: Mikey Cox with Coal Chamber, Bones Elias with The Union Underground, and Pete Hines with Cro-Mags.
Presented by Danny Wimmer Presents, the four-day festival brings rock, metal and hardcore fans together in California’s capital. For Scorpion, it’s a chance to celebrate the drummers behind the music—and encourage our community to show up for the artists carrying it to the stage.
Where to Catch Our Artists
| Scorpion artist | Band | Performance day | Scheduled start | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bones Elias | The Union Underground | Thursday, October 1 | 3:55 p.m. | Faultline Stage |
| Mikey Cox | Coal Chamber | Thursday, October 1 | 5:10 p.m. | Faultline Stage |
| Pete Hines | Cro-Mags | Sunday, October 4 | 1:25 p.m. | The Point Stage presented by Coors Light |
All times are Pacific. Set times are subject to change; check the official Aftershock schedule and festival app for updates.
Mikey Cox and Coal Chamber: Thursday’s Heavy Groove
Coal Chamber’s blend of heavy riffs and groove makes Thursday’s Faultline Stage a destination for nu-metal fans. Behind the kit is Scorpion artist Mikey Cox, whose powerful drumming is an integral part of the band’s sound.
We’re proud to have Mikey in the Scorpion family and to celebrate his appearance at Aftershock. For fans who want a closer look at his setup, his Scorpion artist profile features his 3A, ball-tip, 16-inch sticks with Venom Grip.
Coal Chamber is scheduled for Thursday, October 1, at 5:10 p.m. on the Faultline Stage.
Follow Mikey Cox on Instagram and Coal Chamber on Facebook.
Bones Elias and The Union Underground: Opening-Day Scorpion Representation
Scorpion artist Bones Elias joins The Union Underground for their Thursday appearance, adding another reason to spend the afternoon at the Faultline Stage.
Bones brings a wide range of experience behind the kit, with a background that includes Dead by Sunrise, Julien-K and Kobra and the Lotus. At Aftershock, the spotlight is on his work with The Union Underground as the band takes its place in opening day’s lineup.
We’re excited to see Bones representing the Scorpion family in Sacramento. If you’re heading to the festival, put this set on your schedule and give the band some support from the crowd.
The Union Underground is scheduled for Thursday, October 1, at 3:55 p.m. on the Faultline Stage.
Follow Bones Elias on Instagram, Bones Elias on Facebook, and The Union Underground on Facebook.
Pete Hines and Cro-Mags: Hardcore on Sunday
Sunday brings Scorpion artist Pete Hines and Cro-Mags to The Point Stage presented by Coors Light, bringing New York hardcore into the final day of the festival.
Pete’s connection to Cro-Mags includes his drumming on the band’s 1989 album Best Wishes. His return to the lineup gives longtime fans another reason to catch the band—and gives newer listeners a chance to see that history onstage.
We’re proud to support Pete as part of the Scorpion artist family. Make time for Cro-Mags on Sunday and help us celebrate his place behind the kit.
Cro-Mags is scheduled for Sunday, October 4, at 1:25 p.m. on The Point Stage presented by Coors Light.
Follow Cro-Mags on Facebook for band news and updates featuring Pete and the lineup.
Support the Scorpion Family in Sacramento
These three performances bring different sides of heavy music to Aftershock, with Scorpion artists behind the kit throughout opening day and the festival’s Sunday finale.
If you’re there, cheer them on, follow their pages, and share your festival photos and clips. Tag Scorpion Percussion and the bands so our community can join the celebration.
Visit the official Aftershock website for festival information, passes and the full lineup.
See you in the crowd, Sacramento. Let’s make some noise for Mikey, Bones and Pete.
