Roadburn has announced the first names for the 2026 edition of the festival, due to take place in Tilburg between 16-19 April. This announcement gives a glimpse into the varied musical avenues that the festival will explore, including the return of Belgian post-metal band Oathbreaker, a full album playthrough from Agriculture, the first European show in 17 years from Coalesce and a rare appearance from Kiss The Anus Of A Black Cat. American black metal band Krallice have also been announced as both commissioned artists and artists in residence, meaning they will perform three times at the festival, including one set comprising entirely new, original material.

Roadburn’s artistic director, Walter Hoeijmakers comments: 

“Roadburn 2026 is all about bringing together the most exciting scenes and genres from our beloved underground – and everything that rises from it. We will discover thrilling new and upcoming bands, while also paying tribute to the influential artists who have shaped our vibrant universe over the years. Together, we’ll let their voices resonate. Our line up is not guided by algorithms or numbers, but entirely handpicked – because we truly believe in these artists and in the power of heaviness in all its forms.

“We can’t wait to welcome you next year, whether you’re performing or attending. We want to give you a space where hope and comfort can be felt – a safe haven in a world that can sometimes seem divided and overwhelming. Roadburn’s community exists both online and when we are together in person at the festival; wherever you find us, more than anything, we want you to feel at home.”

Tickets for Roadburn 2026 are on sale now, for more information on the line up visit roadburn.com

Additions to the Roadburn 2026 programme:

• Agriculture will perform their new album The Spiritual Sound in its entirety
• Coalesce will perform in Europe for the first time in 17 years
• Crippling Alcoholism
• Habak
• Heaven In Her Arms will perform two sets, including performing their album White Halo in full
• Kiss The Anus Of A Black Cat will make a rare live appearance
• Krallice will be both a commissioned artist and artists in residence, performing three times including one set comprising all new, original material.
• Oathbreaker will perform Rheia in its entirety 
• Quest Master
• Shearling
• World Peace