Sonisphere 2016 — Lineup, Bands & Setlists

Track Sonisphere 2016 on Gigvault. 21 bands in the lineup across 3 editions.

Sonisphere — Festival information

Sonisphere functioned as a heavy metal pilgrimage that blurred the lines between industrial spectacle and pure, unadulterated velocity. From the cavernous, history-drenched concrete of the Vasil Levski National Stadium to the sprawling, alpine-shadowed plains of Allmend Luzern, it transformed regional landscapes into cathedrals of pyrotechnics and distortion. Whether it was the rhythmic precision of Gojira or the operatic fire of Rammstein, the programming prioritized high-decibel technical mastery that left the earth trembling beneath the boots of the faithful. The experience wasn't merely a series of sets; it was an exercise in sonic endurance where the boundary between the stage’s theatrical inferno and the surging, black-clad masses dissolved entirely. Even in its limited run, Sonisphere cemented itself as a visceral marker of a specific era, proving that massive, globalized metal touring could still feel raw, dangerous, and unapologetically loud.

Notable acts at Sonisphere

Venues: Allmend Luzern, Vasil Levski National Stadium.

Related pages

Sonisphere across the years

Gigvault documents 2 editions of Sonisphere, from 2015 to 2016. The largest recorded line-up is 2016 with 14 acts.

Headliners & confirmed acts

Sonisphere line-ups by year

Sonisphere editions documented on Gigvault: 2 years between 2015 and 2016.

Sonisphere 2016 line-up

14 acts played Sonisphere in 2016.

Sonisphere 2015 line-up

5 acts played Sonisphere in 2015.

About Sonisphere on Gigvault

Gigvault lets you log which bands you saw at Sonisphere, build your festival history and get your personal Concert Wrapped at the end of each year. 0 fans already use Gigvault to track Sonisphere. Setlists are pulled automatically from setlist.fm and the Gigvault community, so you'll never forget which songs were played on which day.

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How to log your Sonisphere festival

  1. Mark Sonisphere 2016 as attended on Gigvault.
  2. Tick every band you actually saw across all stages and days.
  3. Add photos, notes and friends who came with you.
  4. Your festival history flows into Concert Wrapped, stats and your concert map.

Frequently asked questions

When does Sonisphere take place?

The next edition of Sonisphere and all confirmed dates are listed at the top of this page. Gigvault keeps lineup and dates up to date as organizers announce them.

Who is playing Sonisphere 2026?

The official Sonisphere 2026 lineup appears here as soon as headliners and support acts are confirmed. Mark artists you want to follow and we'll notify you when the lineup expands.

How do I track which festivals I've been to?

Create a free Gigvault account, mark Sonisphere as attended and log every band you saw. Your festival history flows into your Concert Wrapped, your stats and your concert diary automatically.

How do I remember which bands I saw at Sonisphere?

On Gigvault you can log per festival edition exactly which artists you saw live – with setlists, photos and personal notes. You'll never forget who you saw at which festival again.

Is Gigvault free for Sonisphere?

Yes. Tracking festivals, logging bands, saving setlists and Concert Wrapped are 100% free – no subscription, no ads, no credit card.

Who played Sonisphere in 2016?

14 acts played Sonisphere in 2016, among them Anthrax, Apocalyptica, Gojira, Iron Maiden, Powerwolf. The full 2016 line-up is listed on this page.

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