# MDF Bands! — Unofficial App for MDF > Unofficial festival app for band discovery, schedules, and research. (iPhone/iPad app by Ron DORN.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mdf-bands/id6751447808 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Ron DORN](https://appshunter.io/developer/958759289) - Category: Entertainment, Music - Price: Free - Rating: 5.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 17+ - Requires: iOS 16.0 · 62 MB - Languages: American English, Danish, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany), European Portuguese, Mexican Spanish - Released: 2025-09-20 - Data updated: 2026-08-16 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mdf-bands/id6751447808/reviews.md ## What is MDF Bands!? This is an unofficial app to help users discover and research the bands playing the Maryland Death Fest 2026 edition and ensure they get to the correct venue at the correct time. This app and its author are NOT associated with Maryland DeathFest, the promoters or the bands in any way. What does the app do? The app can show a list of bands or a list of all events with times and locations. You can research the bands via: Official Web Site/BandCamp site Wikipedia Metal Archives YouTube You can rate the bands as Must See, Might See, or Won’t See. Receive alerts for shows you wanted to attend 10 min before show time (customizable) Apply filters to customize the list Share your choices with your fellow attendees View reports of how your fellow attendees are ranking the bands The app is available in multiple languages for an international audience The app is designed to work without an internet connection once the data is downloaded to your phone. This is NOT a web app, this is a native iOS app with code optimized for iPhones and iPads This app was originally designed for the 70,000 Tons Of Metal cruise and has been refined from its simple beginning in 2015 and has been enhanced and improved every year over the last 10 years. MDF is the 1st festival to get the app outside of 70,000 Tons. ## Key features - Discover and research bands - View event schedules and venues - Rate bands (Must See, Might See, Won't See) - Set customizable show alerts - Filter event lists - Share plans with attendees - Offline functionality ## Recent user reviews (1 of 1) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mdf-bands/id6751447808/reviews.md ### 5/5 — AMAZING! *2026-05-21* I ran into the dev and he told me about this app and wow it blows my expectations away! I love the details of rating bands I want to see. The ability to share list and have different profiles is something all festival apps should utilize! 10/10 thank you so much for making this for MDF! ## Frequently asked questions about MDF Bands! ### What is MDF Bands!? MDF Bands! is an unofficial application designed to help users discover and research bands playing at the Maryland Death Fest. It provides event schedules, venue information, and links to band websites and other research platforms. ### Does MDF Bands! work offline? Yes, MDF Bands! is designed to work without an internet connection once the initial data is downloaded to your phone, making it convenient for use at the festival. ### Can I rate bands in MDF Bands!? Yes, you can rate bands as 'Must See', 'Might See', or 'Won't See' within MDF Bands! This feature helps you organize your festival plans and see how other attendees are ranking bands. ### Does MDF Bands! have ads? No, MDF Bands! does not contain advertisements. It is a free application focused on providing festival information without interruptions. ### What devices is MDF Bands! available on? MDF Bands! is a native iOS app optimized for iPhones and iPads, ensuring a smooth experience on Apple mobile devices. ### How often is MDF Bands! updated? The latest version of MDF Bands! is 27.38, last updated on June 14, 2026. The app has been refined and improved annually for the past 10 years. ### What is the age rating for MDF Bands!? MDF Bands! has an age rating of 17+, indicating it is intended for mature audiences. ### Can I share my festival plans with friends using MDF Bands!? Yes, MDF Bands! allows you to share your band choices and festival plans with fellow attendees, making it easier to coordinate and discuss your must-see acts. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 27.43 — 2026-08-13 Fixed background refresh issues with load descirptions ### 27.42 — 2026-08-04 Changed how data is reported to be more efficient ### 27.41 — 2026-07-06 Added Open Metal Fest Suite branding ### 27.40 — 2026-07-04 Added Open Metal Fest Suite branding ### 27.39 — 2026-06-23 Added Open Metal Fest Suite branding ## Apps similar to MDF Bands! | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Screamify](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screamify/id6738323226) | 3.5 (17) | Free | Entertainment | | [LightPlay App](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightplay-app/id1514491245) | 4.8 (36) | Free | Entertainment | | [PIP - Video Player for Youtube](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pip-video-player-for-youtube/id6747489810) | — | Free | Entertainment | | [Con-Track](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/con-track/id1375290937) | 5.0 (2) | Free | Entertainment | | [Heavy Week-End 2026](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/heavy-week-end-2026/id6744819230) | — | Free | Entertainment | | [Sickening Events - Ticketing](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sickening-events-ticketing/id6444544440) | 3.0 (2) | Free | Entertainment | ## More apps by Ron DORN - [70K Bands](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/70k-bands/id958759290) - [Open Metal Fest Admin](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/open-metal-fest-admin/id6789985931) All apps by Ron DORN: https://appshunter.io/developer/958759289 ## Related topics [mdf bands](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/mdf-bands) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-16.*