Metal band President, cloaked in mystery, performs a rendition of Deftones' classic song during their inaugural headline concert
Masked Metal Band President Rocks London and Download Festival
In a thrilling week for music fans, the enigmatic masked metal band President made their live debut at The Garage in London, followed by a performance at the Download festival. The band, whose members remain shrouded in mystery, sent waves through the music industry with their electrifying performance of Deftones' "Change (In The House of Flies)" on July 30, 2025.
Multiple sources, including Rocksound, reported on President's captivating cover of the Deftones classic during their London show. A video clip of the performance, shared by Rocksound on the same day, quickly spread across social media platforms, generating excitement among fans.
The cover was also included in President's setlist for the night, which featured six songs: "Fearless," "Rage," "In The Name Of The Father," "Dionysus," "Destroy Me," and the Deftones' cover. The band's debut headline show was a resounding success, with fans packing The Garage to witness the mystery band's live performance.
Charlie Simpson, known for his roles in Busted and Fightstar, has been the subject of much speculation as the frontman of President. While the band's members remain officially anonymous, business ties and Simpson's history of wearing a mask on "The Masked Singer" UK in 2023 have fueled the rumors.
Despite the mystery surrounding their identities, President has gained a significant following, thanks in part to a viral campaign earlier this year. The band's music, a unique blend of heavy metal, electronic, and cinematic styles, has been the focus, with the band prioritizing the music over individual identities.
The songs performed in London will appear on President's debut EP, King Of Terrors, set for release on September 26. The EP will include the six songs from the London show, making it a must-listen for fans eager to uncover the secrets behind this enigmatic band.
In addition to their London show, President also played at the Dogtooth Stage at Download festival in June, further cementing their place in the metal music scene. As the band continues to captivate audiences with their music and enigmatic performances, the mystery surrounding their identities only adds to the excitement.
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