PHOTO REVIEW: Smash Into Pieces Dominate Tilburg
The Swedish cinematic rock powerhouse Smash Into Pieces brought their high-intensity energy to Poppodium 013 in Tilburg on April 30, 2026. Two nights ago, the “Next” stage at 013 witnessed a masterclass in modern rock showmanship. From the moment the mysterious Apoc took his place behind the drums to the final soaring notes of their […]
CONCERT REVIEW: 5 Seconds of Summer Bring Everyone’s a Star To Amsterdam
On Friday night, April 10, 5 Seconds of Summer brought their Everyone’s a Star World Tour to the Ziggo Dome, and what a show it was. The performance was split into different acts that felt like chapters in a larger story. It started with Act 1: The Peak and ended with Act 7: The Return. […]
CONCERT REVIEW: SKYND Bring Their Industrial House Of Horrors To A Packed TivoliVredenburg
Ever since we first witnessed the chilling spectacle of SKYND opening for Babymetal at Poppodium 013 years ago, we’ve been hooked. We have followed the Australian industrial outfit through every evolution, every dark chapter, and every Dutch performance since. From their support slots for Ice Nine Kills to their steady climb through the club circuit, […]
CONCERT REVIEW: Bouke & The ElvisMatters Band Transform the Ziggo Dome Into A Las Vegas Spectacle
Every so often at Strife Mag, we like to take a deliberate detour from our regular programming. While our usual pulse beats for the high-octane world of rock, metal, and alternative subcultures, we simply couldn’t ignore the buzz surrounding a certain performer who has been taking the Netherlands by storm. For years, Dutch television has […]
PHOTO REVIEW: Fit For A King Give Metalcore Mastery Class
If the walls of Tilburg’s 013 could talk, they’d likely still be vibrating from the sonic assault delivered by Fit For A King. Touring on the back of their most ambitious material to date, the band turned the iconic Dutch venue into a swirling sea of circle pits and stage dives. It wasn’t just a […]
PHOTO REVIEW: Miles Kane Celebrates 40th Birthday In Amsterdam
Miles Kane performed at Melkweg, Amsterdam, on March 15th, 2026, as part of his European tour. The sold-out show featured a career-spanning setlist, including tracks from his latest album and his signature indie-rock hits. The following gallery by photographer Valeria Mel documents the performance, capturing the atmosphere and stage presence of the night.