RADAR Festival 2027 has just levelled up, with Mick Gordon officially announced for next year’s festival.
For anyone who has ever ripped through hordes of demons with a shotgun in hand while BFG Division blasted through the speakers, this announcement needs little introduction.
Mick Gordon is the mind behind some of the heaviest and most recognisable video game music ever created. His work on DOOM, DOOM Eternal and other major titles helped redefine what a game soundtrack could be, taking metal, industrial noise and electronic production and turning it into something that felt genuinely unstoppable.
Now, that crushing sound is coming to the RADAR Festival stage.
The DOOM Sound Comes Alive For The First Time
When DOOM returned in 2016, it arrived with one of the most brutal soundtracks gaming had ever heard.
The combination of eight-string guitars, distorted electronics, mechanical rhythms and huge cinematic builds created a soundtrack that matched the chaos on screen perfectly. It was aggressive, relentless and designed to make you feel like you were stepping into battle.
Mick Gordon did not just create background music. He created an entire atmosphere.
The soundtrack became a gateway for many fans who may have discovered heavier music through gaming, introducing a new generation to the intensity of metal.
A Hell-Raising Addition To RADAR Festival 2027
RADAR Festival has always been about showcasing artists who refuse to stay inside the lines, making Mick Gordon a perfect addition to the 2027 lineup.
The Manchester festival has built its reputation around progressive metal, alternative music and forward-thinking artists who bring something different to the stage.
And if there is one thing Mick Gordon has never done, it is play it safe.
His live performances combine crushing guitar tones, electronic chaos and the cinematic scale that made his DOOM soundtracks legendary. Expect an experience that feels less like a traditional set and more like stepping into the soundtrack of an all-out battle.
Brace Yourselves, Manchester – This is Going to Be Biblical
For metal fans, Mick Gordon at RADAR Festival 2027 is a chance to witness one of the most unique sounds in modern heavy music.
For gamers, it is a chance to experience the music that powered one of the most iconic franchises of the last decade.
And for everyone else, it is a reminder that heavy music can come from anywhere.
From demon-filled arenas on Mars to festival stages in Manchester, Mick Gordon has created a sound that refuses to slow down.
RADAR Festival 2027 is already shaping up to be something special, and this announcement has certainly got our attention.
So get ready. The amps are warming up, the riffs are loading, and Manchester is about to get a whole lot heavier.
Who Is Mick Gordon?
Mick Gordon is an Australian composer, musician and producer best known for creating some of the heaviest and most iconic video game soundtracks of the modern era.
While many fans first discovered his work through the legendary DOOM soundtrack, Gordon’s career stretches far beyond the demon-slaying chaos of the franchise. His unique approach blends heavy metal, industrial music, electronic production and cinematic composition, creating a sound that has become instantly recognisable.
Gordon rose to worldwide attention after composing the soundtrack for 2016’s DOOM, delivering a brutal mix of crushing guitar riffs, distorted synths and relentless percussion that perfectly matched the game’s fast-paced combat. The soundtrack, including fan favourites such as “BFG Division”, helped redefine what video game music could be and introduced countless players to heavier styles of music.
He later returned for DOOM Eternal, creating an even bigger and more aggressive sound that pushed the series’ music to new levels. The soundtrack became one of the most celebrated examples of how metal and gaming could work together, earning praise from both gamers and musicians.
Beyond DOOM, Mick Gordon has worked on a range of projects including Wolfenstein, Killer Instinct and other major gaming titles, building a reputation as one of the most innovative composers working today.
With his appearance at RADAR Festival 2027, fans will finally get the chance to experience the full force of Mick Gordon’s sound in a live setting. Expect huge riffs, industrial intensity and an atmosphere that feels like the soundtrack to the ultimate boss battle.
How To Get Tickets For Mick Gordon at RADAR 2027
If Mick Gordon’s announcement has already convinced you to start planning your trip to Manchester, you’ll need to hang tight a little longer.
RADAR Festival 2027 tickets are not yet on general sale, but fans can already register for the official presale to be among the first to hear when Super Early Bird tickets are released on Friday 7th August.
You can sign up for the presale here:
RADAR Festival 2027 Presale Sign Up
Signing up gives you the best chance of securing tickets before general sale, as well as receiving the latest lineup announcements and festival news straight to your inbox. With Mick Gordon already confirmed and plenty more artists still to come, demand is expected to be high once tickets go live.
We’ll keep this page updated with ticket prices, on sale dates and every new lineup announcement as soon as they’re revealed.