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Inkcarceration Returns to Ohio State Reformatory
The Best of Metal and Tattoos Return to Infamous Ohio State Reformatory
July 14th – 16th, 2023
The Ohio State Reformatory in Mansfield Ohio welcomed metalheads and inksters from all over the country for its 5th edition of the Inkcarceration Music and Tattoo Festival. The jam-packed festival represented all things metal with three straight days featuring 12 nonstop hours of heavy hitting music, moshing and crowd surfing. Fans got to experience new up-and-comers on the scene along with some of the biggest names and pioneers of the genre. If the music wasn’t enough, attendees also got to experience free tours of the famous and supposedly haunted reformatory. Along with the tour, was a tattoo expo featuring some of the best artists in the nation competing in a contest. The festival also featured a haunted house in the basement of the haunted prison aimed at scaring your socks off. Campgrounds were also available with a shuttle that ran back and forth all day to the site.
Day 1 started the festival off with a mixture of different metal sounds, but no shortage of big names throughout the day. The stage setup was a bit different this year as there was one main stage (Inkmates) along with another smaller stage (Inked) right by the entrance. There was also another mini stage by the reformatory that featured many up -and-comers. Both the Inkmates and Inked stages alternated between some of the biggest hitters of the metal scene for the last 30 years. Coal Chamber, Hatebreed, We Came as Romans, Suicide Silence and Highly Suspect kept fans rocking all throughout the day as then venue filled up to capacity.
POD. photo by Steve Thrasher
The night finished off with a bang starting with P.O.D. closing down the Inked stage. The San Diego nu Metal band showcased their catalog of hits that took over the scene in the early 2000’s. There was no lack of energy from lead singer Sonny Sandoval as they even brought up a fan to help sing one of their biggest hits “Youth of the Nation.” Volbeat continued the trend of the first day variety with their unique heavy sound. The Danish group rocked the house with their most popular jams including “The Devil’s Bleeding Crown,” “For Evigt” and “Still Counting.” The main headliner of the day finished things off without disappointment. Limp Bizkit has always brought a unique and controversial show dating back to Woodstock 99. This did not change at Inkcarceration as Fred Durst was up to his same old antics that everyone loved. The band played all their big hits like “Break Stuff,” “Nookie,” “My Way” and even did a cover of “Killing in the Name” as a shot at Rage Against the Machine from a beef that started 20 years ago. A really cool moment during the set, saw a fan get on stage to sing with Fred on “Full Nelson.” Limp Bizkit finished things off with “Take a Look Around” while concluding a successful first day of Inkcarceration.
Limp Bizkit. photo by Steve Thrasher
Day 2 featured another impressive lineup throughout the day. From Ashes To New, one of a few last second fill-ins due to cancellations just a week before the event took place, got things going on a rainy gray afternoon. That didn’t stop fans from flocking to the reformatory grounds to rock out with Memphis May Fire, Underoath, Motionless in White, In This Moment and local fan-favorite Mushroomhead.
Mushroomhead. photo by Steve Thrasher
Saturday’s headliners were a blast from the past who have had major impacts on metal culture. Megadeth were on top of the world in the 80’s and 90’s, but showed Inkcarceration they could still rock with the best. They got the pits buzzing and the surfers soaring with their fast pace headbanging mastery. They ran through their big hits with crowd favorites “Symphony of Destruction,” “Holy Wars… The Punishment Due” and “Tornado of Souls.”
Megadeth’s performance set the stage just right for another legendary band, Pantera to finish the night out. Although the band is not in its original form after the deaths of the Abbot brothers and just coming back after a 20 year hiatus, they still rocked the house. Their set started with a video montage of their career, which turned into an explosion of pyros that sent the crowd wild. The energy never had a chance to slow down as their performance was nothing short of mayhem. The band had a very heart touching tribute to deceased band members Dimebag Darrel and Vinnie Paul with “Cemetery Gates” as well as “This Love,” “Walk” and “Cowboys From Hell.” The night ended with an encore from the band playing “Yesterday Don’t Mean Shit.”
Pantera. photo by Steve Thrasher
Day 3 featured a very mixed array of bands along the metal spectrum. The lineup didn’t miss on big names with Fame on Fire, Crown the Empire, Wage War and Dayseeker during the afternoon. In the evening we got to see GWAR put on their one-of-a-kind act in monster costumes while shooting fake blood into the crowd. However, Flyleaf put on a great set themselves as Lacey Sturm sang her heart out. Bush lightened the mood a little bit, but put on a memorable performance when Gavin Rossdale went into the crowd and even walked all the way up to the blanket area. Pop Evil, another last second edition, shut things down on the Inked stage setting things up for the final headliners of the festival.
Flyleaf. photo by Steve Thrasher
Inkcarceration went out with a bang with two of the heaviest hitters over the past 25 years. Lamb of God returned for their second year in a row. Lead singer Randy Blythe showed up with a new look as he cut off his iconic dreadlocks, but that didn’t change the energy they brought. They unleashed an avalanche of solid hits such as “Memento Mori,” “Laid to Rest,” “Ditch” and “Redneck.” Their heavy set was a great segway for the main headliner, Slipknot. The group hailing from Iowa came out with a bang. Their set featured lots of explosions and pyrotechnics which enhanced their already unique look of 9 guys in masks. These masked looks fit in perfectly with the theme of the festival as they look like they just came out of the haunted house in the reformatory. Slipknot didn’t disappoint as they showcased two decades of hard hitting jams including “Phychosocial,” “Snuff,” “Wait and Bleed” and “Unsainted.” If that wasn’t enough, they came back out with a killer encore to play “Duality” and “Spit it Out.” Slipknot finished off in style in what proved to be another successful Inkcarceration Music and Tattoo Festival.
Slipknot. photo by Steve Thrasher
Mansfield is most famous for the Ohio State Reformatory. The Prison was built in 1886 and was operated until 1990. It is most known for the filming of most of the movie Shawshank Redemption. Throughout the festival the reformatory was open for tours free to all. Here you could see where they shot scenes from Shawshank Redemption as well as the different parts of the castle-like institution. The tour showed inside the cells and different offices of the staff and warden. Not only was this an interesting piece of history to see, it helps give the festival another amazing dynamic,
Inkcarceration 2023 – Saturday – Experience – Lexie Alley
The Ohio State Reformatory is presumed to be haunted and has been well documented for paranormal activity. One of the rooms during the tour gives you an opportunity to experience this. The prison also plays host to a haunted house called “Blood Prison.” The haunted house tour takes you into the basement of the prison filled with startling props and scary live actors with the sole purpose of to scare you senseless. As far as haunted houses go this has been one of the best ones I have ever experienced. During Inkcarceration, there is only a limited section of the tour available. The full tour can be experienced in the fall months before Halloween. There is also a Christmas edition of the haunted house that will be open a few days in December.
Blood Prison. photo by Nathan Zucker
There was also a section inside the prison dedicated for tattoos. Inkmates were able to get fresh ink from well renowned tattoo artists from around the country. The open was open to the public to watch them show off what they do best as well as buy merch. The artists also competed in contests which were sponsored by Inked Magazine. This was a sight to see whether you are a tattoo enthusiast or not.
Inkcarceration 2023 – Friday – Tattoo – Lexie Alley
Inkcarceration welcomes Inkmates far and wide with open arms for one purpose; 3 days of head banging madness. One aspect of the festival that sometimes gets overlooked is the community aspect of this event. From the pits to the lines of crowd surfers, everyone seems to be looking out for each other. Inkmates of all ages,backgrounds and abilities are encouraged to rock out as hard as they can. Fun and safety are the main goals which were shown to be respected by everyone. With these missions in mind it is very easy to meet new people and share the same amazing experiences with other Inkmates.
I was fortunate enough to meet a group of amazing people in the pits. For three nights in a row I was able to experience great music, rowdy pits and hundreds of crowd surfers with these great people. The camaraderie felt inside the walls of the festival is surreal and seems to be a big factor in the rise of popularity of the event over the past 5 years. It should be interesting to see what DWP has instore for next year’s Inkcarceration Music and Tattoo Festival.
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Miami Swim Week ventured beyond the traditional runway on Sunday afternoon as designer Lila Nikole unveiled her highly anticipated collaboration with Platinum FUBU at Tequila Town.
June 1, 2026
Unlike the nightclub runways and fashion tents that dominate Swim Week, this presentation offered something entirely different: an immersive experience that blended fashion, culture, music, and storytelling into a single event.
Guests arrived at Tequila Town for an afternoon that felt more like a creative journey than a traditional fashion show. The venue buzzed with anticipation as media, influencers, industry professionals, and fashion enthusiasts gathered to experience the latest evolution of the Lila Nikole brand.
Inspired by the spirit and energy of the Brazilian rainforest, the presentation embraced bold colors, powerful visuals, and larger-than-life moments. Models moved through the venue in designs that reflected Nikole’s signature approach to fashion, blending cultural influences, vibrant storytelling, and fearless creativity.
Throughout the afternoon, guests were immersed in a world where fashion extended beyond clothing. Music, movement, and performance became part of the presentation, creating an atmosphere that encouraged attendees to engage with the story unfolding around them rather than simply watch from the sidelines.
What made the event particularly memorable was its ability to blur the lines between runway show, cultural celebration, and artistic performance. Every detail contributed to the experience, from the venue itself to the presentation’s cinematic approach to storytelling.
As Miami Swim Week continued to expand beyond traditional swimwear showcases, Lila Nikole’s collaboration with Platinum FUBU stood out as one of the weekend’s most unique presentations. By combining fashion, heritage, and immersive entertainment, the event demonstrated how modern runway experiences are evolving into something far more interactive and memorable.
For attendees gathered at Tequila Town, it was more than a fashion show. It was a reminder that great fashion tells a story and on Sunday afternoon, Lila Nikole and Platinum FUBU delivered one worth experiencing.
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Copacabana, Mister Triple X, and Capristan Bring the Heat to Kiki on the River During Miami Swim Week
Miami Swim Week Powered by Art Hearts Fashion continued on Saturday night with a waterfront runway experience at Kiki on the River, where fashion, nightlife, and Miami’s signature energy came together along the Miami River.
June 1, 2026
Known for its glamorous atmosphere and picturesque setting, Kiki on the River provided a fitting backdrop for an evening featuring runway presentations from Copacabana, Mister Triple X, and Capristan. As guests arrived by car and boat, the venue quickly filled with influencers, media, designers, and fashion enthusiasts eager to experience one of the week’s most unique showcases.
The evening opened with Copacabana, whose collection embraced the vibrant spirit of tropical destinations through bold colors, playful prints, and vacation-ready silhouettes. The runway reflected the carefree energy of beach culture while delivering looks designed for both travel and resort living.
Mister Triple X followed with a presentation that brought confidence and attitude to the waterfront catwalk. Contemporary styling, statement pieces, and modern silhouettes created a runway experience that felt both fashion-forward and distinctly Miami. The collection balanced bold design choices with wearable looks that resonated with the crowd.
Closing the evening was Capristan, whose presentation combined elegance and resort-inspired glamour. Flowing fabrics, sophisticated details, and polished styling captured the luxury lifestyle aesthetic that has become synonymous with Miami Swim Week. The collection felt perfectly suited for sunset cocktails, yacht gatherings, and waterfront escapes.
What set the evening apart was the setting itself. Unlike the traditional nightclub atmosphere of many Swim Week venues, Kiki on the River offered a more intimate experience where the runway unfolded against views of the water, creating a uniquely South Florida backdrop for the night’s fashion presentations.
As models made their final walk and guests transitioned into the evening’s celebrations, the event demonstrated why Miami Swim Week continues to expand beyond traditional runways. By pairing emerging and established designers with some of the city’s most iconic venues, Art Hearts Fashion continues to create experiences that are as memorable as the collections themselves.
With luxury waterfront views, energetic crowds, and three distinctive runway presentations, Saturday night at Kiki on the River delivered a stylish reminder that in Miami, fashion is never limited to the runway.
Friday night at Miami Swim Week Powered by Art Hearts Fashion delivered exactly what attendees came for: bold fashion, high-energy runway moments, and a packed house at M2 Miami.
June 1, 2026
The evening unfolded across three runway presentations, each bringing a distinct aesthetic to the catwalk.
The first runway featured Sun Life Beachwear, Cross Colours, Swiss Digital Design, and Brilleska. From vibrant swimwear and resort-ready styles to bold prints and contemporary silhouettes, the opening presentation celebrated individuality and creativity while embracing the energy and color that define Miami Swim Week.
The second runway shifted toward elevated resort fashion with collections from Belle D’Amour, Ca-Rio-Ca, and Vizcarra. Flowing fabrics, tropical influences, and sophisticated beach-to-evening looks highlighted the versatility of modern resort wear, offering designs suited for everything from poolside afternoons to waterfront dinners.
As the evening progressed, anticipation grew for the final runway presentation featuring Sorrento Blu and Giannina Azar.
Sorrento Blu opened the final showcase with polished resort looks inspired by Mediterranean luxury, setting the stage for one of the night’s most talked-about presentations.
Giannina Azar delivered a dramatic finale that transformed the runway into a celebration of glamour, confidence, and artistry. Known for her celebrity clientele and red-carpet creations, Azar’s designs featured intricate embellishments, sparkling details, structured silhouettes, and statement-making gowns that immediately captured the audience’s attention.
The collection embodied the bold spirit that has made the designer a standout presence at fashion weeks around the world. Each look seemed designed to command attention, blending couture craftsmanship with the kind of theatrical elegance that thrives under the lights of a Miami runway.
Beyond the fashion itself, the atmosphere at M2 reflected the unique energy of Miami Swim Week. Influencers, media members, buyers, designers, and fashion enthusiasts filled the venue throughout the evening, creating a vibrant environment where fashion, entertainment, and nightlife seamlessly intersected.
As the final models exited the runway and guests prepared for Jason Derulo’s appearance later that evening, Friday night at M2 Miami proved once again why Miami Swim Week remains one of the most exciting events on the international fashion calendar. With standout presentations, a dynamic crowd, and a memorable Giannina Azar finale, the evening delivered the glamour and excitement that fashion lovers have come to expect from Art Hearts Fashion.
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Fire, Ice, and a Vitamin Boost: Inside Miami Swim Week’s Chicest Wellness Reset at Nobu Hotel Miami Beach
Miami Swim Week is usually all about bikinis, bronzed skin, camera flashes, and running from one fabulous event to the next. But tucked inside the iconic Nobu Hotel Miami Beach, one of the weekend’s most memorable stops offered something every Swim Week guest secretly needed: a chance to sit down, cool off, glow up, and get recharged.
June 1, 2026
Hosted at the Nobu Penthouse, the exclusive Fire & Ice Beauty & Wellness Lounge brought a luxury wellness escape to Miami Swim Week® The Shows. Created by Skin Sports Society in collaboration with Cellebration, the private RSVP-only experience welcomed select media and influencers for an afternoon of beauty, recovery, and next-level self-care.
Set high above the Eden Roc Miami Beach complex, the Nobu Penthouse provided the perfect backdrop for the experience. With ocean views, sleek interiors, and a refined Japanese beach house feel, the space instantly transported guests away from the nonstop Swim Week schedule and into something much calmer, cooler, and definitely more hydrated.
The lounge was designed around the contrast of fire and ice therapies, giving guests the chance to move between treatments that warmed, cooled, refreshed, and revived. The Fire Experience featured options like LED and red light therapy, microcurrent facials, aromatherapy, and restorative beauty treatments designed to leave skin glowing. The Ice Experience leaned into cryotherapy, cold spoons, cooling masks, oxygen sprays, and chilled recovery moments that felt especially necessary in the Miami heat.
Guests could also enjoy vitamin B-complex shots and IV therapy, adding an inside-out wellness element to the afternoon. During our visit, the B-complex shot was a quick but energizing boost, while the IV therapy stations offered guests a more customized way to hydrate, recover, and reset during one of Miami’s busiest fashion weekends.
The experience also included personalized aura readings by Auratherapy, giving the afternoon a playful spiritual twist. Between the beauty treatments, wellness stations, oceanfront views, and calming lounge setup, the event felt like a luxury spa day with just the right amount of Swim Week sparkle.
What made the Fire & Ice Beauty & Wellness Lounge stand out was how perfectly it matched the mood of modern Miami luxury. Today’s beauty scene is not just about looking good in photos. It is about recovery, energy, hydration, skincare, and feeling confident enough to keep going from the afternoon lounge to the evening runway.
For Miami Swim Week guests moving between shows, parties, meetings, and beachside events, this was the reset button everyone needed. It was chic, intimate, soothing, and just indulgent enough to feel special without losing its wellness focus.
At a weekend known for high heels, high heat, and high-energy fashion moments, the Fire & Ice Beauty & Wellness Lounge proved that sometimes the best Swim Week accessory is a fresh glow, a cold treatment, and a little vitamin boost.
The Fire & Ice Beauty & Wellness Lounge took place on Friday, May 29, 2026, at Nobu Hotel Miami Beach as part of Miami Swim Week® The Shows.
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