Unleashing the Aftermath: SHRED-A-THON 2 GUITARMAGEDDON!

by | Jun 5, 2009 | METAL, PUNK, THRASH & HARDCORE, MUSIC, RICHMOND NEWS, ROCK & INDIE

Unholy hell, Richmond! The aftermath of the second SHRED-A-THON leaves us in awe. It was an absolute mind-blowing triumph! The night reverberated with electrifying energy as the shredding warriors conquered the stage. The competition was fierce, pushing the limits of pure awesomeness, resulting in a few exploding heads (a massive shoutout to Austin from the Border Chophouse for handling the brain clean-up duty).

Paying homage to our legendary sponsors who made this spectacle possible: GUITAR CENTER – Amplifying the essence of shred with their support.  RED BULL – Fueling the adrenaline-fueled madness that surged through the veins of the shredders. 🍽️ THE BORDER CHOPHOUSE – Our unrivaled host, providing the stage for this glorious GUITARMAGEDDON.

And now, behold these snapshots of pure awesomeness captured in the fiery chaos!

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Judge Chris Bopst, winner Aaron Walker, Judge John Campbell, Judge Joe Banks

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Our ridiculous host, Aldo.

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Cannabis Corpse guitarist Nick, shredding

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“The Kid,” who took 2nd place in an epic battle

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The Champion of the first Shred-A-Thon, Michael York, lays it down before the final battle.

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Border Chophouse owner Art layed down a sick groove

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holy shit!

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3rd place is not without its spoils.

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