Pioneers of atmospheric metal and one of the most unique acts in European alternative music of the 1990s, THE GATHERING finally return to Portugal to rekindle a lasting connection with their national audience.

Since the early 1990s, THE GATHERING have been responsible for pushing the boundaries between metal, alternative rock, and more ethereal music, creating a sound identity that has influenced countless bands since. The period led by Anneke van Giersbergen, an iconic figure in Dutch music, remains particularly memorable, thanks to albums such as «Mandylion» and «Nighttime Birds», both considered absolute milestones in the fusion of heaviness and emotion. Recently reunited with Anneke, THE GATHERING are now going through a period of deep nostalgia, revisiting songs that have marked several generations and reinforcing the timelessness of their repertoire. At EVILLIVE FESTIVAL, they will perform a show that celebrates their legacy, maturity, and the strength of their unique discography.