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Papa Roach turned Friday into an absolute riot – photo report of the third day at Wacken Open Air 01.08

Author Dario De Marco - 2.8.2025

What started as a Friday evening show quickly evolved into controlled chaos as Papa Roach transformed Wacken’s main stage into their personal playground. Jacoby Shaddix didn’t just sing to the crowd – he possessed them, turning 80,000 metalheads into his personal army of destruction. It was our honor and privilege to capture their energy on stage! But they weren’t the only ones worth attending. Discover the madness of Friday at Wacken Open Air!

Induction

Brothers of Metal

Wednesday 13

Heavysaurus

Krokus

Dirkschneider

Orange Goblin

Papa Roach

Photos: Silvio Colombo.

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