CONCERT REVIEW: Motionless In White Outdo Themselves

Motionless In White continue to ride the wave of popularity since the release of Scoring The End Of The World with another headliner tour through Europe, with support from Fit For A King and Brand of Sacrifice. Luckily for us, this tour includes a stop in The Netherlands, and so, last night we witnessed Motionless In White taking their game to a brand new level.

For us, the night started with Fit For A King. From the first crushing breakdown to the final, anthemic chorus, the Texas-based band commanded attention. Vocalist Ryan Kirby’s guttural screams and soaring cleans were perfectly balanced, delivering the kind of raw emotion and precision that has become their signature. Tracks like The End and “Breaking the Mirror” had the pit moving, while When Everything Means Nothing saw fans passionately singing along.

Even as an opener, Fit For A King commanded a strong presence. Their lighting setup and visuals—though understandably scaled down compared to the headliner—added to the intensity, creating a fitting atmosphere for their heavy-hitting setlist. Effortlessly, Fit For A King did a solid job warming up the crowd for the main act. By the time they closed out their set, the pit was in full force, and even those in the back seemed locked in. In addition, the band revealed to be back early next year with a tour of their own to support the release of their upcoming record. Exciting times ahead!

For us, Fit For A King‘s performance warming up the crowd for headliner Motionless In White was a reminder of why they are one of the leading acts in the metalcore scene today. Their ability to deliver a powerful, high-energy show while maintaining a connection with their audience is a rare and commendable talent. For fans of the genre, this was a set to remember, and for those experiencing the band for the first time, it was a compelling introduction to what Fit For A King is all about. Fit For A King have a signature catchy chorus, so chances are they have made some new fans in the audience today.

After the band’s two sold-out performances in Melkweg Amsterdam last year, it was finally time for Motionless In White to headline Tilburg’s Poppodium 013, with a capacity of 3000 fans which sold out months in advance.

From the moment the lights dimmed, it was evident that this was not just another metalcore show but a full-fledged production, which for the European fans was a welcome change. The back of the stage was dominated by three massive LED screens, which alternated between eerie visuals, thematic backdrops, and live camera footage of the band members. This feature allowed fans, even those in the back of the packed venue, to get close-up perspectives of Chris Motionless and the rest of the group as they tore through their set.

But the visual component didn’t stop there. Throughout the evening, a troupe of dancers made several appearances, each time clad in new, elaborate costumes that matched the tone of the songs being performed, their presence amplified the overall intensity of the show.

While Motionless In White has an extensive discography spanning nearly two decades, their setlist leaned heavily on their most recent release, Scoring The End Of The World. Tracks like Meltdown, Sign of Life, and Werewolf were performed with remarkable precision and were met with overwhelming enthusiasm from the crowd, with Slaughterhouse even bringing on Fit For A King frontman Ryan Kirby on stage to take on the vocals of Knocked Loose’s Bryan Garris. Besides the many songs from the band’s most recent album, the 2017 album Graveyard Shift was also very heavily showcased this evening with 6 songs on the setlist being from this album. Even 8 years later, songs like Soft, Rats and of course, Voices remain to be fan favourites.

Motionless In White‘s trajectory is undeniably upward, and with the success of their sold-out show at Poppodium 013, it wouldn’t be surprising to see them headlining larger clubs or even arenas after another successful album. Their show at Poppodium 013 was more than just a performance; it was an experience. The intricate visual elements, theatrical stage presence, and well-balanced setlist is something to look forward to on their current tour. We cannot wait for the band to be back and you can check out photos from the performance in the gallery below.