Knocked Loose Redefines Grammy Fashion with Avant-Garde Menswear

The Grammy Awards have long been a spectacle of glamour and high fashion, but the Best Metal Performance category often exists on the fringes of mainstream recognition. Beyond heavy metal legends like Metallica, many nominees remain unknown to the general audience. Case in point: at the 2025 ceremony, a red-carpet interviewer mistakenly identified one metal nominee as another. However, Kentucky-based metalcore band Knocked Loose turned the tables this year—not just with their electrifying music but with their sartorial choices. The band, which had a landmark year in 2024, seized the moment to showcase a stunning array of avant-garde menswear.

A Year of Breakthroughs and Recognition

Knocked Loose’s 2024 was nothing short of monumental. From releasing a groundbreaking album to supporting Slipknot on a major arena tour, the band saw their influence skyrocket. Their late-night performance on Jimmy Kimmel Live was so intense that some viewers even demanded a formal apology from the show. Capping off this success, they landed their first Grammy nomination—a milestone that called for a wardrobe worthy of the occasion.

 

A Fashion-Forward Red Carpet Moment

Frontman Bryan Garris set the tone in a midcentury-inspired tuxedo from Bode, adorned with hand-stitched lace trimming along the hem and collar. The ensemble was a serendipitous find—his girlfriend spotted it while they were out shopping. “I was struggling with what to wear and wanted something meaningful,” Garris explained. “When I saw it, I immediately knew it was the one.” He paired the tux with fisherman sandals from Vinny’s and a Ralph Lauren Kentucky Colonel bow tie, a nod to his home state. “I always have to represent where I came from,” he added.

Guitarist Nicko Calderon collaborated with Los Angeles-based brand Goodfight on a custom tuxedo that blended elements of a traditional Filipino barong shirt with the opulence of classic Western Nudie Suits. As a Filipino-American who grew up in Indiana and Kentucky, Calderon sought a look that honored his roots without being overly literal. The final design, made from English wool with satin accents and intricate tonal embroidery, was a masterclass in understated elegance. “We took the embroidery typically found on a barong shirt and applied it to the suit itself,” explained Goodfight’s director Caleb Lin.

 

Gothic Edge and Daring Accessories

Isaac Hale, the band’s resident fashion risk-taker, fully embraced his love for dark, avant-garde aesthetics with a head-to-toe Rick Owens look. Ethereal, moody, and futuristic, the ensemble perfectly encapsulated the designer’s signature style. Hale first encountered Rick Owens’ work after high school but initially hesitated to wear it. “I didn’t think I was cool enough for it,” he admitted. “But when I finally gathered the confidence, it just clicked. The futuristic edge, the sci-fi feel—it resonated with me immediately.”

Drummer Kevin Kaine took an unconventional approach to accessories, flaunting a 2.45-carat diamond toothpick, an audacious yet fitting choice for the band’s rebellious spirit. Meanwhile, Calderon’s look was completed with an Olde English “X” ring and a jade-stone bolo tie, carefully incorporated into his open-jacket design by Goodfight.

 

Knocked Loose: Defying Expectations in Music and Fashion

Knocked Loose has continuously redefined what a heavy band can be—not just sonically but stylistically. Whether onstage in Salomons and Junya Watanabe or on the Grammy red carpet in meticulously curated avant-garde attire, they are unafraid to challenge norms. Garris even shares updates on his Japanese selvedge denim collection on Instagram, further cementing the band’s commitment to personal style.

Though they may not have taken home a Grammy this year, Knocked Loose’s presence was a victory in itself. They proved that hardcore and alternative music belong on the industry’s biggest stage—both in sound and in style. Whether at an unrelenting live show or a star-studded event, they continue to push boundaries, leaving an undeniable impact wherever they go.

 

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