Pothamus is a psychedelic sludge-metal trio from Mechelen, Belgium, known since 2013 for their entrancing blend of crushing riffs, tribal percussion, and spiritual intensity. Their second album, ‘Abur’ (out February 14, 2025 via Pelagic Records), dives even deeper into their ritualistic sound. Expect a gripping journey through drones, Surpeti tones, and layered vocals that balance destruction and serenity. Following their acclaimed debut Raya, Abur cements their place at the forefront of Belgium’s heavy music scene.

Bloed is the synth and industrial metal project of brothers Toon (Mother), Tuur (Mother), and sister Fieke (Lightspeed, Ratmosphere) Soete. Starting only in 2022 with writing sessions, they quickly found their sound and identity. This resulted in being selected and eventually crowned as one of the winners of the 2023 edition of Sound Track, a prestigious music competition organized by vi.be. Inspired by their journey Bloed keeps pushing the boundaries sonically and are a force meant to experience live.