Metal Allegiance at House of Blues Anaheim – Live Photos
METAL ALLEGIANCE LIVE PHOTOS
METAL ALLEGIANCE LIVE PHOTOSHouse of Blues
Anaheim, CA
January 22, 2026
Metal Allegiance roared back into Anaheim on January 22 with a powerhouse performance at the House of Blues, transforming a NAMM Show night into a full‑scale celebration of heavy metal unity. The illustrious collective—anchored by core members David Ellefson (Megadeth), Mark Menghi (King Ultramega), Alex Skolnick (Testament), and Mike Portnoy (Dream Theater)—once again proved why their annual NAMM‑week gathering has become a pilgrimage for musicians and fans alike.
From the moment the lights dropped, the room buzzed with the unmistakable energy of an all‑star lineup playing purely for the love of the music. NAMM attendees, industry insiders, and diehard metalheads packed the venue, eager to witness the kind of spontaneous magic that only happens when world‑class players share a stage with no rules and no egos.
The setlist tore through thrash, groove, and classic metal staples, each song elevated by rotating guest vocalists and blistering guitar duels. Skolnick’s precision, Ellefson’s thunderous low end, Portnoy’s controlled chaos, and Menghi’s steady backbone created a foundation that allowed every guest musician to shine.
What made the night unforgettable wasn’t just the musicianship—it was the camaraderie. Laughter, improvisation, and genuine joy radiated from the stage, feeding a crowd that stayed locked in until the final note.
Metal Allegiance didn’t just perform; they reminded everyone why metal thrives on community, passion, and nights exactly like this.
Photos by Jack Lue
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