LAST WEEK OF THE EUROPEAN TOUR
This will be the final tour diary update: only four shows left.
We kicked things off with our last Eastern European show at Pod Minoga in Poznań (PL). Having played there last year on our first EU tour supporting Thulcandra and Sacramentum, we thought we knew what to expect… but we were wrong. From the very first moment, the crowd was locked in. True melodic death metal fans: chanting, headbanging, and giving it their all from start to finish. An incredible way to close the Eastern European leg.
Next stop: Kassel, Germany.
We already knew German metalheads are among the most dedicated, but Kassel took it to another level. The venue was packed, the crowd right up against the stage, barely half a meter away. And the energy? Absolutely insane.
If Poznań was wild, Kassel was pure chaos..in the best way possible. Not “blood, sweat and tears,” but “sweat, sweat and more sweat.” What a comeback in Germany!
Then came the long-awaited homecoming: Utrecht, Netherlands.
At De Helling, we played our only fully sold-out show of the tour…in our own country. We’ve never seen that many Nephylim shirts in one place. We were genuinely blown away. Thanks to all fans who come out to support us! That energy pushed us even further. Focused, determined, and completely in sync, we delivered what might have been our best show of the entire tour. A homecoming we’ll never forget.
Second-to-last stop: Hamburg.
Originally planned for Bambi Galore, the show was upgraded to the larger Kronensaal… and it was needed. Once again, a packed venue and a crowd that matched the intensity of every German show before. We love Germany… simple as that.
That night also turned into our final big tour party. After the show, the entire crew gathered outside the venue—beer and wine flowing, everyone celebrating what we’d accomplished together; the euphoria was clearly present. We were joined by some venue staff members, whom eventually invited us to come inside again and continue the party in the … Bambi Galore! There is no need to explain to anyone how it went further… in short: we had a GREAT time!
Final show: Copenhagen, Denmark, at the massive Amager Bio—home turf of Iotunn.
The biggest indoor stage we’ve ever played. Intimidating? Perhaps a bit. But it only made us more determined to own it. And then. mid-set, during “Withered”: Instant chaos.
Out of nowhere, members of the tour crew stormed the stage, lightsabers in hand, shouting and battling around us. Completely unplanned, completely unexpected. We tried to stay serious… but we broke. And honestly, it made the moment even more special.
The rest of the set was tight, powerful, and judging by the reactions at the merch table: we’ve been well received. Fans from Denmark, Sweden, and even Finland came to talk to us, urging us to visit their countries. We hear you, and we’ll work on it!
Recap:
For two and a half weeks, 22 people shared one tour bus, one goal: bringing their music to as many people as possible. We experienced countless cities, cultures, and faces—but everywhere we went, one thing connected it all: the love for music. To everyone who came out to a show: thank you. Your support means everything to us!
A special thanks to Iotunn, In Vain and their crew members for having us during this tour, but also for being the kindest, warmest people and made us feel welcome from the start. Sharing all your stories and laughs will be a memory we will cherish for ever. Touring with you all has been an honor!
This tour gave us more than we could have hoped for, and we hope we gave something back.
We’re heading home with new friendships, incredible memories…
And one final message:
Until next time!
