New York hardcore band Pain of Truth headlines The Palladium Upstairs in Worcester, Massachusetts, on Friday, November 20, 2026, at 6:30 PM, with special guests Madball, Rotting Out, and Locked Shut.

Known for their aggressive riffs, crushing breakdowns, and uncompromising hardcore sound, Pain of Truth has quickly become a prominent name in the modern hardcore scene. Legendary New York hardcore veterans Madball bring decades of influential music to the lineup, while Rotting Out and Locked Shut add their own relentless energy. This four-band bill promises an intense evening celebrating both established and emerging hardcore acts.

Doors: 6:00 PM | Show: 6:30 PM

Genre: Hardcore Punk / Beatdown Hardcore / Crossover