Acid Bath Brings Sludgy Chaos to New Jersey

Louisiana metal legends return to the stage for a triumphant show at Starland Ballroom

Mar. 13, 2026 at 3:20pm

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Acid Bath, the legendary sludge metal band from Louisiana, made a triumphant return to the stage at Starland Ballroom in Sayerville, New Jersey on March 7th, 2026. The band, which had disbanded in 1997, played a set filled with fan favorites from their two studio albums, captivating the packed crowd. The show also featured performances from supporting acts Baroness, Skull, and Blood Vulture, making for an unforgettable night of heavy metal.

Why it matters

Acid Bath's reunion and return to the stage is a significant event for metal fans, as the band had developed a devoted following before their breakup nearly three decades ago. Their performance at Starland Ballroom marks the continuation of their comeback tour, giving fans a chance to experience the band's sludgy, atmospheric sound live once again.

The details

The show at Starland Ballroom featured a lineup of heavy-hitting acts, starting with Blood Vulture, followed by Skull and Baroness. Acid Bath took the stage at 10:15 PM, opening with a cover of Black Sabbath's self-titled track as a tribute to Ozzy Osbourne. The band then launched into a 10-song set, performing tracks from their two studio albums, "When The Kite String Pops" and "Paegan Terrorism Tactics", captivating the audience with Dax Riggs' hauntingly beautiful vocals.

  • Acid Bath took the stage at 10:15 PM on March 7th, 2026.
  • The band's North American tour is set to end the weekend of June 5th - 7th at the Milwaukee Metal Fest, before heading to Europe and the UK.

The players

Acid Bath

A legendary sludge metal band from Louisiana that disbanded in 1997 and is now making a triumphant return to the stage.

Dax Riggs

The frontman of Acid Bath, known for his hauntingly beautiful vocals.

Baroness

A stoner rock band from Savannah, Georgia, and a personal favorite of the author.

Skull

A supporting act that performed at the Starland Ballroom show, impressing the author and the crowd.

Blood Vulture

The opening act for the Starland Ballroom show, though the author did not arrive in time to see their performance.

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What they’re saying

“After loving these guys since the late '90s, it made me so happy to cross them off my bucket list. Something that I and so many other fans never thought we would ever get the chance to do.”

— Melinda Oswandel, Author

What’s next

Acid Bath's North American tour is set to end the weekend of June 5th - 7th at the Milwaukee Metal Fest, before the band heads to Europe and the UK.

The takeaway

Acid Bath's triumphant return to the stage at Starland Ballroom has reignited the passion of their long-time fans, who never thought they would have the chance to see the legendary sludge metal band perform live again. The show's success highlights the enduring appeal of the band's unique sound and the continued demand for their music among metal enthusiasts.