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Savatage performs live during their reunion show at Wacken Open Air 2015 in Germany. (Photo via Wikimedia)
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Savatage performs live during their reunion show at Wacken Open Air 2015 in Germany. (Photo via Wikimedia)
November 04, 2025 04:00 PM GMT+03:00

Several of the world’s most acclaimed rock and alternative rock bands are preparing to take the stage in Istanbul in 2026, marking an exciting year for Türkiye’s live music scene.

The Neighbourhood to perform in April

American alternative rock band The Neighbourhood will perform in Istanbul on April 27, 2026, as part of their world tour for their latest album "ultraSOUND." Known for hits like “Sweater Weather” and their moody, cinematic sound, the Los Angeles-based band recently returned to the stage after a three-year hiatus. Their concert will take place at KucukCiftlik Park, organized by Epifoni.

Heavy metal icons Savatage to play Istanbul for the first time

Legendary American heavy metal band Savatage, featuring vocalist Zak Stevens, guitarists Al Pitrelli and Chris Caffery, bassist Johnny Lee Middleton, and drummer Jeff Plate, will visit Istanbul for the first time in their career. The group’s European tour, titled Prelude to Madness, will include several major cities, with Istanbul as the first stop on July 19, 2026, at Zorlu PSM’s Turkcell Stage.

Tickets are available for pre-sale on Bubilet, while general sales will begin on Nov. 7.

The Gathering and The Pineapple Thief to share the same stage

Two acclaimed alternative rock bands, The Gathering from the Netherlands and The Pineapple Thief from the United Kingdom, will perform together at Zorlu PSM on June 25, 2026. The concert celebrates the 30th anniversary of The Gathering’s landmark album Mandylion. The event is organized by Vera Muzik, and tickets are already on sale through Bubilet.

November 04, 2025 04:00 PM GMT+03:00
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