Ronnie Radke, the outspoken frontman of the alternative metal band Falling In Reverse, has hinted that his group will be part of the lineup for the highly anticipated return of the Vans Warped Tour in 2025.
In a recent social media post, Radke addressed fans who expressed concerns about his potential inclusion in the festival lineup, saying, “I find it so funny that these people complain if I’m going to play Warped Tour when I’m a staple of it.”
Falling In Reverse has long been a fixture on the Vans Warped Tour, with Radke and his bandmates having performed on the iconic traveling festival numerous times over the years. It seems the group’s frontman is confident in their status as Warped Tour veterans, brushing off any potential backlash from fans.
Radke didn’t stop there, however, as he also took a shot at the recent revival of the Mayhem Festival, another long-running summer tour that made its return this year.
Radke wrote, “In addition to the fact that Mayhem festival features 23 bands and is unable to sell even 40% of the venue capacity, I also perform a makeup show and sell double the number of tickets myself.” “Get ready to be upset losers.”
The comments from Radke suggest that while the Mayhem Festival may have struggled to draw large crowds, Falling In Reverse continues to be a significant draw for fans, with the singer boasting about the success of the group’s own standalone shows.
The official Vans Warped Tour account responded directly to Radke’s post, simply stating, “We’ll see you there, Ronnie.” This seems to confirm that the band’s inclusion in the festival’s lineup is all but assured.
Radke’s controversial reputation Ronnie Radke’s outspoken nature and divisive views on various topics, including gender identity, politics, and more, have made him a controversial figure in the music industry in recent years. His comments and behavior have often landed him in the spotlight for the wrong reasons.
However, it’s clear that Radke’s infamy has only served to further boost the profile of Falling In Reverse. The band continues to find success, even as their frontman’s remarks continue to stir up debate and discussion among fans and industry peers alike.
The return of the Vans Warped Tour Music fans, who have long mourned the loss of the iconic festival, have met the announcement of the Vans Warped Tour’s return in 2025 with enthusiasm. The multi-day event, which once served as a rite of passage for countless young music enthusiasts, will make stops in Washington, D.C., Long Beach, California, and Orlando, Florida, next year.
Falling In Reverse, a band with deep roots in the festival’s history, would undoubtedly be a major draw for fans, even though the full lineup for the revived Warped Tour is still unknown. Radke’s confidence in the group’s status as “a staple” of Warped Tour suggests they will likely be a prominent part of the 2025 lineup.
The Mayhem Festival continues to face significant challenges. Radke’s comments about the recent Mayhem Festival highlight the ongoing challenges faced by the once-popular summer tour. Radke suggests that the festival, relaunched this year after a hiatus, struggled to attract large crowds, selling only around 40% of its venue capacity.
In contrast, Radke boasted about the success of Falling In Reverse’s own “make-up show,” implying that the band was able to draw significantly larger crowds on their own. This speaks to the enduring popularity of Radke and his band, even as they continue to navigate the complexities of their frontman’s controversial public persona.
As the music industry continues to evolve, the return of the Vans Warped Tour in 2025 will undoubtedly be a highly anticipated event. And with Ronnie Radke and Falling In Reverse likely to be a part of the lineup, the festival’s comeback is sure to be a must-see event for the band’s loyal fanbase.