CONCERT REVIEW: LANDMVRKS Amaze During Ecstatic Tilburg Show
Last weekend, the city of Tilburg hosted a total of 2 epic, sold-out shows in Poppodium 013 on Saturday night. In the main hall, popular soul artist Teddy Swims performed in front of a sold-out crowd, and in the smaller Next stage, an insane metalcore package brought together by headliner LANDMVRKS blew fans away. Unfortunately, we were only able to capture metalcore giants The Devil Wears Prada, who set the bar exceptionally high and the aforementioned LANDMVRKS.
The Devil Wears Prada, known for their insanely high-energy performances were on top of their game, as they have been for years. With a setlist more catered towards their most recent work, The Devil Wears Prada truly showed what they are made of and why they are the household name in the metalcore scene. Musically and interactively, The Devil Wears Prada drew the biggest possible pits, with one crowdsurfer after the other. They are a force to be reckoned with.
For us it was the very first time seeing LANDMVRKS, so we had no idea what to expect of their live performance. As fans of their music, we were excited to finally witness the band live but had no idea what kind of show the French metalcore band are capable of. Luckily, this question was answered within the first few minutes of their performance. Kicking things off with the most recent single Creature, the tone was set for the entire evening. High energy, a lot of interaction and a unique screen in the form of the letter V to compliment the band’s performance with a splash of digital colour.
The audience was completely engaged, singing along to every word and moshing to the powerful beats. LANDMVRKS‘ interaction with the crowd was genuine and heartfelt, creating an intimate atmosphere amidst the sprawling venue. The sound quality was impeccable, with each note resonating clearly, ensuring that the intricacies of their music were fully appreciated.
It’s impossible to paint an accurate picture of the mayhem that had unfolded this evening, but perhaps with some visual representation, you can get a glimpse of what the night looked like using the galleries right below, courtesy of Eva van den Bosch.
Falling In Reverse Announce New Album ‘Popular Monster’, Release New Single ‘Ronald’
It has been a very long time coming, but Falling In Reverse are finally releasing a full-length album again. The band’s last full-length album dates back to 2017. Ever since that, Falling In Reverse have released singles throughout the years, which have all garnered a massive amount of streams/views across platforms.
This summer, however, Falling In Reverse will return to the familiar format of albums for the release of Popular Monster on the 26th of July via longstanding record label Epitaph Records. The album will feature a lot of songs that have already been released throughout the years, but also a couple of new songs. Here’s the tracklisting:
Prequel
Popular Monster
All My Life
Ronald (feat. Tech N9ne & Alex Terrible)
Voices In My Head
Bad Guy (feat. Saraya)
Watch The World Burn
Trigger Warning
ZOMBIFIED
NO FEAR
Last Resort – Reimagined
One of the new releases is Ronald, featuring Tech N9ne and Alex Terrible (from Slaughter To Prevail), released today with an accompanying music video which you can check out at the bottom of this page.
In addition to the new album, Falling In Reverse have also announced a massive new tour. You can find more details about the huge tour right here.
For all the album bundles, check out the band’s official website right here.
Falling In Reverse Announce Popular MonsTour II With Black Veil Brides & More
Falling In Reverse have announced the second leg of their Popular Monstour, which saw the band take on massive arenas when it took place last year. This August and September, Falling In Reverse will take on massive arenas again throughout the United States of America, starting their run on the 18th of August in Idaho, with the final date being on the 26th of September in Log Angeles.
The band won’t be coming alone either. For these massive shows, Falling In Reverse will be supported by Black Veil Brides and Dance Gavin Dance on select dates. The opening acts will be Tech N9ne, Jeris Johnson and Nathan James.
For dates and details, visit the band’s official website right here and make sure you check who is supporting on the date you’re thinking of attending.
We are pleased to announce that we will be joining @fallinginreverse THIS fall as part of The Popular Monstour II World Domination tour—
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CONCERT REVIEW: The Black Keys Show Impeccable Musicianship During Amsterdam Show
Last night at Amsterdam’s Ziggo Dome, The Black Keys delivered a stellar performance that reaffirmed their status as rock royalty. With the venue packed to the rafters, the energy in the air was palpable from the moment Dan Auerbach strummed the first chord under laud applause from the nearly filled 17.000 capacity arena in Amsterdam.
The show hit its stride early on, at least for me, and judging from the amount of filming smartphones, I’d say at least a few dozen other people in the crowd as well, during the rendition of fan favourite Gold On The Ceiling and midway through the set Howlin’ For You. These tracks, known for their gritty guitar riffs and catchy choruses, had the a tad more ecstatic than the rest of the set, a level which would only be reclaimed during the band’s encore with the megahits Little Black Submarines & Lonely Boy. The audience went ablaze, singing along at the top of their lungs and dancing with a fervour that shook the floor of the Ziggo Dome.
Visually, the show left a bit to be desired. The stage was backed by a screen displaying psychedelic visuals that pulsated in harmony with the music. Swirling colours and abstract patterns enhanced the sonic experience, creating a hypnotic backdrop that felt like stepping into another dimension. This visual element added a layer of depth to the show, perfectly complementing the band’s blues-rock sound with a modern twist, but with that, all of the effects aside from the music itself have been described. There was very little interaction between the band and fans, and the (almost) sole focus of the show laid on the band’s musical talent.
The musicianship was, as expected, impeccable. Auerbach’s mastery of the guitar is a sight to behold, his fingers deftly moving with precision and passion. Carney, on drums, provided the heartbeat of the performance, driving the music forward with power and finesse. Together, and backed by a quarter of musicians, they played with a tightness and synergy that comes from years of collaboration, yet there was an ease to their interaction that made it all look effortlessly cool.
The setlist was a well-curated mix of hits and deep cuts, ensuring that there was something for every type of fan. Whether it was the raw emotional pull of Tighten Up or the raucous energy of Lonely Boy, each song was delivered with the kind of authenticity and passion that has defined The Black Keys’ career. Even though the band recently released their new album Ohio Prayers, only four songs from this album were played. The setlist focused more on greatest hits rather than recent work.
In all, The Black Keys’ show at the Ziggo Dome was exquisite. The Black Keys are among the best to do this live music thing and last night’s performance was yet another testament to that fact. Eva van den Bosch was there to capture a portion of the show through the lens, which you can check out in the gallery below.
‘M3GAN 2.0’ Coming To Theaters In 2025 With New Star Ivanna Sakhno
Blumhouse Productions and Universal Pictures have announced that the sequel to the horror movie M3GAN, called M3GAN 2.0, will be released on May 16th, 2025. According to Deadline, Ivanna Sakhno, who has appeared in Let It Snow and Ahsoka, will play a big role in the new movie.
The first M3GAN movie featured a smart doll designed to be the perfect friend for kids and a help to parents. Allison Williams played Gemma, the creator of M3GAN, and Violet McGraw played her niece, Cady. Both actors will return for the sequel.
What to Expect in the Sequel
In the first movie, the M3GAN doll ends up causing big problems. Although the doll is destroyed at the end, the story continues in M3GAN 2.0. The saying goes that killer dolls never really go away, and this sequel will follow that idea.
James Wan, known for his horror movies, will produce the sequel, and Akela Cooper, who wrote the first movie, will write this one too.
Looking Forward
Fans are excited to see what happens next with M3GAN. With the original team working on this sequel and new actors joining, M3GAN 2.0” is expected to be another big hit in the horror movie world.
Keep an eye out for more news as the movie gets closer to its release date.
INTERVIEW: European Tour, Lessons Learned & More With I Prevail’s Eric Vanlerberghe
We sat down with Eric Vanlerberghe in anticipation of the upcoming massive European tour to see what he and the band are up to these days, what we can expect from the upcoming tour and more! This May, I Prevail will be playing some of their biggest shows in Europe and the UK. Vanlerberghe shared with us that we can expect a bigger production for these shows, with an LSD-screen setup and a varied setlist. Even though the shows will be of epic proportion, new music-wise we should not expect too much. The band are still riding the wave of their 2022 album TRUE POWER, which saw a great reception and took the band to bigger venues, especially in and around Europe.
The band’s last tour saw I Prevail take on two shows in The Netherlands, one in Melkweg the Max, which sold out with a capacity of 1500 people, as well as a show in Tilburg’s Poppodium 013. This time around, I Prevail will play one massive show in Amsterdam’s AFAS Live, which has a capacity of 6.000 for standing concerts. Luckily for you, there are still tickets available.
Even when there’s no new music to be revealed yet on these shows, Eric Vanlerberghe did share with us that there’s new music in the works. When asked about their creative process, Vanlerberghe laid out the foundation of their songwriting process, sharing that it’s a collaborative effort. On some occasions, band members would come with a riff, a melody or a lyric, but I Prevail do their best work when they are all in the room together, writing their songs as a collective.
We then asked Vanlerberghe about the division of lyrics, drawing the comparison with Dance Gavin Dance, who also have 2 vocalists. When we chatted with former DGD vocalist Tilian Pearson, he shared that each vocalist writes their own lyrics, which makes the division easier, but with I Prevail that works a little different. As the band usually write their stuff as a collective, the division of lyrics is also a collaborative effort, but one, Vanlerberghe ensures us, that always goes smoothly.
It is crazy to realise that it has already been 10 years since I Prevail burst onto the scene with their infamous cover of Taylor Swift‘s Blank Space. We took advantage of this anniversary by asking Eric Vanlerberghe some of the biggest lessons he’s learned being in a band for so long. The answer Vanlerberghe gave us is quite insightful and can honestly be of use for many people in all walks of life. He shared with us that throughout the years, he’s learned to be more flexible and agile when it comes to planning, touring and just life in general. Life on the road, or life as a musician in general is not one for the weak, but being able to adapt to all the ad-hoc changes, the different people and stakeholders is a mindset that has proven useful to Vanlerberghe.
If you are a fan of I Prevail, you know their lyrical content is filled with uplifting messages, but also discovers the darker themes of life, mental health being one of them. Songs like Deep End would be a stellar example of that, a song that has resonated with millions of people since its release. We asked Vanlerberghe whether they also draw inspiration from current world events, politically or socially. He shared with us that even though it can sometimes seep in, I Prevail try to refrain from making political statements and themes in their music. While they are aware of the state of the world, other themes are more important to them when it comes to writing their music. Not all music has to be political!
To re-visit the earlier anniversary of 10 years of being on the scene, we also asked Eric Vanlerberghe how he has experienced being in a band and how he feels about the ever-changing scene we’re all so fond of from the perspective of being a band. Herein, Eric Vanlerberghe shares another insight that can be valuable to all. Over the years, Eric Vanlerberghe has learned to stay true to himself and the people closest to him. If you’re making waves as a band, there’s always going to be someone who wants to get involved, whether that be managers, labels, or ‘suits’ as the creatives tend to say. It’s important to stay true to yourself, your art and the people you make that art with. In I Prevail’s case, staying true to themselves has paid off in a major way, as the band currently has more than 4.5 million listeners a month via Spotify alone, making them one of the bigger names in the rock and metal sphere.
For our last question, we shared Vanlerberghe a story of our interview with Escape The Fate drummer Robert Ortiz, which occurred in 2017. After their current tour in Europe, Escape The Fate were slated to appear as a support act for I Prevail on their massive US tour. We asked Ortiz if it was hard to open for a band that has been around way shorter than Escape The Fate has. Robert Ortiz responded by sharing his admiration for I Prevail’s music, as well as their work ethic and their business savviness. We asked Vanlerberghe about said business savviness. Vanlerberghe shared that being great musicians will only get you so far. To make a musical act into a sustainable business model, one needs to approach the band as a business in addition to appreciating the art. I Prevail are a very hands-on band, artwise but also business-wise. In recent years, I Prevail have done a giveaway with a custom-made I Prevail PS5 bundle when they were still limited and they have an Inner Circle supporters system in which fans can get exclusive I Prevail opportunities and items.
Starting May 10th, I Prevail will be playing some of their biggest European shows, with a stop in Amsterdam on the 19th of May, for which tickets are still available, but we suggest you be quick about your purchase! In addition, we would like to apologise for the different format of the interview for this chat. Unfortunately, due to technical issues, the recording of our chat didn’t include audio and we didn’t find out until a week after the chat like the amateurs we are. Stream TRUE POWER below to get ready for the upcoming tour and let us know if you are going to any of the announced shows!
