«10»: Our most anticipated performances of Roadburn 2026 - Part Β'
What does the second day of our favorite festival have in store for us?
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Following the first part of our feature, the journey through the vast maps of the carefully curated lineup of Roadburn Festival 2026 continues for another day. Naturally, the performances of Krallice and Acid Mother's Temple will carry on for yet another day, while Cult of Luna will also present a set focused on their later discography. Once again, we will choose not to dwell on the biggest names in terms of popularity, but instead dig a little deeper.
Let's not forget that a large part of Roadburn Festival is also occupied by the Offroad program, meaning various artistic events across the city of Tilburg that complement the festival, which we will also try to take a look at. Otherwise, even though they didn't make our picks, it would be worth checking out Portrayal Of Guilt (who just missed the cut due to our previous experience with them-and they were stunning), Yellow Eyes (for a similar reason), and Street Sex, the parallel alter ego of Street Sects, whom we'll talk about another day, in a more dance-oriented context. Enjoy the read, and don't forget to check out our playlist.
Cover Photo: Marilena Tsigkou
1
Teardrinker - performing commissioned "I Hope This Hurts" (The Terminal, 14.00-14.50)
Some of the best Roadburn shows happen when we least expect them, suddenly announced as secret shows at our beloved Skate Park. That's where we discovered Teardrinker last year, a side project of Vulva, during their debut performance. Politically and feminist-charged post-hardcore, they are still expected to deliver a full-length album. Some of the best Roadburn moments also come from commissioned projects-works specifically requested by the festival for exclusive presentation. Teardrinker will write their first album, "I Hope This Hurts," to be performed live at Roadburn Festival, and our anticipation for it is more than obvious.
2
Kowloon Walled City (16.40-17.30, The Terminal)
The return of Kowloon Walled City both live and soon on record is a fact. One of those events we don't want to miss. Now part of Neurot Recordings, their relentless, claustrophobic sludge will shake the walls of The Terminal-an ideal space for their industrial aesthetic-revisiting monumental albums like "Gambling On The Richter Scale" and "Container Ships". It also makes you wonder: when a band has a split release with Thou and appears at Roadburn, could a secret joint show emerge? I suppose we'll find out there.
3
Agriculture performing "The Spiritual Sound" (17.20-18.20, Main Stage)
The phenomenon band that chose to play black metal on their own terms-creating a transfeminist, spiritual, ecstatic form of black metal (where, ultimately, anything goes, as they say)-has come into its own on the main stage of the festival that helped elevate them. We still hold memories from their performances two years ago, announced and unannounced alike. This time, they will perform their outstanding new album, "The Spiritual Sound", in full. We don't just hope it will be an out-of-body experience-we already know it. Agriculture's music evokes joy, optimism, and spirituality, likely leading attendees to embrace each other in tears.
4
Heaven In Her Arms performing "The White Halo" (18.00-18.50, Engine Room)
Japan's relationship with Roadburn Festival in recent years has been nothing short of remarkable, with artists from the country delivering unforgettable performances. This continues this year, but no one expected post-hardcore/screamo legends Heaven In Her Arms to be a realistic addition to this lineup. And yet, the incredible happens-they return both with new material and with two performances at Roadburn Festival. We'd say neither should be missed, but their performance of the classic "The White Halo" will be an unmissable highlight.
5
Slow Crush performing "Aurora" (19:20 - 20:10, The Terminal)
Nine years after their first visit, the quartet make their return to Tilburg. Back then, they had with them a demo and a number of promises. Now, their discography includes three full-length releases and they have righteously claimed a place amongst the most prominent representatives of the contemporary shoegaze genre. Ever since the days of "Aurora", the band's sound has been melancholic and nostalgic, without turning out as subdued or anachronistic. All along the way to last year's "Thirst", they've never looked back or slowed down. Additional note for their second, "Thirst"-oriented set.
6
Backengrillen (20.30-21.20, Next Stage)
Refused may have disbanded for good, but Dennis Lyxzén, Magnus Flagg, and David Sandström join forces with Mats Gustafsson's saxophones to create something otherworldly-the self-titled debut of "Backengrillen". A performance no one should want to miss, for both historical and qualitative reasons, as the album draws from Refused's punk spirit as well as the darker corners of jazz. We promise Refused are in incredible form. The only threat is the suspicious gap in the other stages' schedules, possibly hinting at an intriguing secret show.
7
Mandy, Indiana (22.10-23.00, Next Stage)
The French band named after a U.S. city has emerged as a rising force in electronic and beyond. Proof of their talent is this year's album "URGH", perfectly aligned with the exclamations we'll be making the next day after dancing at their show. Their post-punk and noise influences are evident, leading to intense rhythmic and beat-driven experiences, while footage of their live performances might make you anticipate them even more than you initially thought they deserved.
8
Nothing - performing "A Short History Of Decay" and other tragic tales (23.40-00.40, Main Stage)
Not much needs to be said about Nothing, the band that redefined shoegaze within the alternative scene, telling from the beginning a story woven from emotion and noise. Shortly after their latest release, this year's "A Short History Of Decay"-which shares the "ugliest teeth on a cover" award with aya's release we'll also enjoy the next day-it, along with selected tracks, will be performed live on the festival's main stage, promising intense emotions. The only problem: the clash with the next act. We'll flip a coin.
9
Bosse-De-Nage (23.40-00.30, Engine Room)
The post-black metal of the relatively mysterious figures behind Bosse-De-Nage has carved its own underground legacy. After several years of silence, they return with the brand-new "Hidden Fires Burn First", an album that provokes thought and often recalls the approach of titans Burst-who were also honored at the festival a few years ago. We expect a similarly bold expression on the Roadburn stage, making the choice between them and Nothing perhaps the toughest decision of the festival.
10
Nightcrwlr (01:10 - 02:10, Next Stage)
Following last year's electronic after-party drought, it seems the informal tradition is about to come back with a bang. Kris Esfandiari, the driving force behind King Woman, knows the locales well and her project has every reason to fit in nicely. The package has it all: the drum and bass-ish aesthetic, the darkness, the twisty-but-danceable-although-definitely-not-in-the-obvious-sense rhythms, the open-minded approach. The only real issue will most likely be how quickly the night owls will fill up the Next Stage. Also, on a more personal note, our situation after a full ten hours of music, but we'll cross that bridge when we get to it.
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