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HIPPOTRAKTOR + COBRA THE IMPALER + BARKThe Great Belgian Trendkill Tour

Belgium’s burgeoning metal scene is about to unleash its next big wave across Europe. Under the banner of "The Great Belgian Trendkill," three of Belgium’s most promising and emerging metal bands — Bark, Cobra The Impaler and Hippotraktor—will embark on a highly anticipated tour in February and March 2025.
Following in the footsteps of successful colleagues like Amenra, Brutus, Evil Invaders and Wiegedood, these bands are set to prove that Belgian metal is thriving. Each brings a unique sound and formidable presence to the stage, promising a tour that fans will not want to miss and establish Belgium’s excellent reputation in heavy music!

HIPPOTRAKTOR stands at the forefront of progressive post-metal, crafting intricate compositions that appeal to fans of Gojira and Meshuggah. Their music is a journey through complex rhythms and atmospheric soundscapes, offering an experience that is both intellectually stimulating and emotionally intense. Hippotraktor’s live performances are known for their intensity and technical prowess, making them a must-see act.
New album ‘Stasis’ is out now (Pelagic Records)
• “A band at the top of their game!” - 9/10 Noizze UK
• “Stasis is a triumph in every way” - Everything is Noise
• “This is the key to international recognition” - 9/10 - Rock Tribune
• “Metal bands with songs that each carry an entire world within them have become the foremost Belgian export product.” - 4/5 HUMO
• “A second stroke of genius for this exciting prog metal outfit” - 9/10 Distorted Sound Magazine
• “Hippotraktor continue to carve out a legacy that is as unique as a three-hundred-pound animal mowing the lawn” - Ghost Cult Magazine

https://www.facebook.com/hippotraktorband
https://www.instagram.com/hippotraktor/

COBRA THE IMPALER brings a unique blend of heavy metal infused with progressive elements, creating a sound that is both fresh and nostalgic. For fans of Mastodon over Machine Head and even oldskool Metallica, Cobra The Impaler offers the best of those worlds with dynamic arrangements and a commanding stage presence. Their ability to merge the old and new in heavy metal results in a sound that is both innovative and deeply rooted in the genre’s traditions.
New album ‘Karma Collision’ is out now (Listenable Records)
• "With every listen new things come to light, and the performance is consistently stunningly strong." 95/100 Aardschok Magazine
• “A future genre classic!” - 10/10 Power Metal DE
• “Cobra The Impaler’s latest is a venomous affair.” 8/10 - Metal Hammer UK
• "Most of the ten songs clock in at six minutes or more, and not a single one is boring for even a second.” 4,5/5 – HUMO
• “The band’s ability to to effortlessly deliver punishingly heavy aural phrases that suddenly morph into glorious melody leaves me almost breathless” 9/10 - Fistful Of Metal
• “This should propel them towards the biggest stages” 9.5/10 - The Midlands Rocks

https://www.facebook.com/cobratheimpaler
https://www.instagram.com/cobratheimpaler

Bark is poised to deliver a raw and visceral experience with their old-school thrash punk 'n roll. Channeling the fierce energy of the golden days of Sepultura’s Chaos AD, Bark’s music is a no-nonsense, high-octane thrill ride that captures the essence of thrash and punk in its purest form. Expect relentless riffs, powerful vocals, and a stage presence that demands your attention.
New album coming out early 2025!

https://www.facebook.com/bark666
https://www.instagram.com/barkantwerp