17 Nov

20:00

AFAS Live

Johan Cruijff Boulevard 590, Amsterdam

Post-punk bands Bloc Party and Interpol come to AFAS Live for their co-headline tour, celebrating the 20th anniversary of their classic albums 'Silent Alarm' and 'Antics'.

Bloc Party + Interpol

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A Co-Headline Tour for the Ages

Post-punk bands Bloc Party and Interpol are joining forces for a co-headline tour, bringing together two of the most influential bands of the last three decades. During the tour, both bands will perform highlights from their careers spanning over twenty years, including classics from Bloc Party's Silent Alarm and Interpol's Antics – two landmark albums celebrating their 20th anniversary.

The upcoming tour marks a return to the stage for the bands following their 2022 albums and a 2023 Australian tour together.

Bloc Party + Interpol Tour Poster

About Bloc Party

From infectious post-punk to bold genre experiments, Bloc Party's artistic restlessness has defined them since the early 2000s. Led by passionate frontman Kele Okereke, their first EPs played a crucial role in the development of British indie rock. With their groundbreaking debut album Silent Alarm (2005), the band established themselves as pioneers. They have since released a string of acclaimed albums, including A Weekend in the City (2007) and their most recent, Alpha Games (2022).

Frontman Kele Okereke is an openly gay artist and has been a prominent queer figure in the music industry. He has spoken about the importance of LGBTQ+ visibility in indie music, and his solo work has been influenced by his personal life, including becoming a father with his long-term partner.

About Interpol

Formed in New York City in the early 2000s, Interpol became one of the most influential bands of their generation. With their characteristic dark, atmospheric sound and the deep voice of Paul Banks, the band ushered in a new era of post-punk. Their debut album Turn on the Bright Lights (2002) was praised worldwide and is still considered one of the best albums of the decade. The follow-up, Antics (2004), confirmed their status as a leading alternative rock band. Throughout their career, Interpol has sold millions of albums and played at legendary venues worldwide, and their unique blend of post-punk and dark wave continues to inspire generations of fans.