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Sweden Rock Festival day 2: Legends take over the stage

Author Billy Llerena - 6.6.2026

Day 2 raised the intensity with a lineup packed with rock and metal heavyweights. From the powerful return of Savatage and Tom Morello’s explosive energy to the punk attitude of Social Distortion and the timeless force of Saxon, the day delivered something for every corner of the rock world. The night belonged to Iron Maiden, turning Sweden Rock into a sea of sing-alongs, massive riffs, and unforgettable festival moments. Day 2 felt bigger, louder, and even more epic than the opening day.

Sister

Eclipse

Evergrey

Trivium

Pain

Savatage

Lysis

Social Distortion

Saxon

Iron Maiden

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