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It's Not Dead Fest is a punk, ska, and hardcore festival conceived by music industry veteran Kevin Lyman, along with John Reese and Rich Best of Live Nation. The festival launched in the San Bernardino area, bringing together a wide roster of veteran and emerging acts across multiple stages, infused with Arts Not Dead and Punks Well Read components. While active editions include the 2015 debut and the 2017 follow-up, the festival has not announced confirmed editions beyond those years. This page highlights the festival’s history, its impact on the Southern California punk scene, and the vibe that fans remember.