March Metal Madness Vol II

March Metal Madness II returns to The Ideal on March 28, and this time the ceiling already knows what’s coming. Last year’s debut proved one thing beyond doubt: the heavy scene we’re building right here at home is no side project. It’s a movement.

This second edition is a four-band stack of original, homegrown rock, equal parts rising blood and battle-tested favorites. No covers. No coasting. Just the raw, riff-driven sound of our own backyard turned all the way up. If 2025 was the spark, 2026 is the bonfire.

Doors 6:30PM

SHOW 7:30PM

Come early. Stay loud. Support local. 🤘

You may also like the following events from The Ideal Theater & Bar:

• This Thursday, 26th February, 07:00 pm, Comedy Night FEBRUARY in Cedar Rapids
• This Saturday, 28th February, 07:00 pm, Brandon Gibbs & Friends in Cedar Rapids
• Next Thursday, 5th March, 07:00 pm, IDEAL IDOL VOL V: The Finals in Cedar Rapids