KATATONIA Live in Belgrade with BONNIE TRASH – Returning After Almost 21 Years

Name: KATATONIA Live in Belgrade with BONNIE TRASH – Returning After Almost 21 Years
Start: 2027-04-10T20:00:00+02:00
End: 2027-04-10T23:59:59+02:00
Location: Hangar

Hangar | Beograd | 10.04.2027. 20:00

This will mark their return to Serbia after almost 21 years. As part of the “Waking State of Europe” tour, the band brings its distinctive blend of melancholy, heavy riffs and hypnotic melodies.

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Swedish masters of melancholy return with special guests Bonnie Trash

Swedish masters of dark atmospheres and progressive metal, Katatonia, will perform at Hangar in Belgrade on April 10, 2027!

This will mark their return to Serbia after almost 21 years. As part of the “Waking State of Europe” tour, the band brings its distinctive blend of melancholy, heavy riffs and hypnotic melodies.

Canadian band Bonnie Trash will join as special guests, opening an evening dedicated to the darker side of guitar music.

Katatonia – more than three decades of melancholy

Katatonia was formed in Stockholm in 1991. From their death-doom beginnings, the band developed a layered sound combining progressive metal, alternative rock and gothic atmospheres.

At the centre of their music is the distinctive voice of Jonas Renkse. His vocals are equally powerful during intimate passages and alongside heavy guitar riffs.

Albums such as “Brave Murder Day”, “Viva Emptiness” and “The Great Cold Distance” helped shape the band’s identity. Later releases expanded their musical approach even further.

In 2025, they released their thirteenth studio album, “Nightmares as Extensions of the Waking State”, through Napalm Records. Songs such as “Lilac” and “Thrice” showcase their modern sound, driven by guitars and memorable melodies.

“Waking State of Europe” – Katatonia returns to Serbia

Almost 21 years have passed since Katatonia last performed in Serbia. During that time, the band continued developing its sound and building one of European metal’s most distinctive discographies.

The “Waking State of Europe” tour finally brings Katatonia back to Serbian audiences.

Their concerts combine heaviness and atmosphere while leaving room for quieter, more emotional moments. These dynamic changes give their songs particular strength on stage.

Belgrade’s Hangar will host a band whose music has maintained its unmistakable melancholic character for over three decades.

Bonnie Trash opens for Katatonia in Belgrade

Canadian band Bonnie Trash, led by twin sisters Emmalia and Sarafina Bortolon-Vettor, will join as special guests.

Their music combines post-punk, shoegaze and drone rock. Gothic atmospheres, noisy guitars and layered vocals create a sound that feels both raw and hypnotic.

Their 2025 album “Mourning You” explores loss, grief and memory. Dense guitar textures and atmospheric arrangements shape an intense musical world.

Bonnie Trash will open the evening at Hangar before Katatonia takes the stage. Their performance is worth catching from the very first song.

Concert Details

Date, venue and tickets

📅 Date: Saturday, April 10, 2027

📍 Venue: Hangar, Port of Belgrade, Serbia

🎸 Katatonia + Bonnie Trash

🎫 Early Bird: 3,900 RSD – available from November 6 at 10:00 AM

🎫 Presale: 4,500 RSD

🎫 Door Price: 5,000 RSD (if available)

🎟️ Tickets: Hangtime website

🏷️ Physical tickets: Katakombe Bar (coming soon)

Why you shouldn’t miss Katatonia in Belgrade

Serbian fans have waited almost 21 years for Katatonia’s return. Meanwhile, the band’s music has continued reaching new audiences.

The Belgrade show offers an opportunity to experience different periods of their career. From early dark releases to contemporary, layered progressive metal.

With Bonnie Trash joining as special guests, the evening will bring together melancholy, heaviness and atmospheric guitar music.

Conclusion

Katatonia returns to Serbia on April 10, 2027, after almost 21 years. Canadian band Bonnie Trash will join them at Hangar in Belgrade.

Early Bird tickets go on sale November 6 at 10:00 AM through the Hangtime website. Secure yours in advance.

KATATONIA – Swedish Masters of Melancholy and Progressive Metal

Who Are Katatonia?

Katatonia is a Swedish metal band formed in Stockholm in 1991. Over more than three decades, they have developed one of the most distinctive sounds in European alternative metal.

Their music began within the dark boundaries of death and doom metal. However, the band gradually expanded its style to include progressive rock, gothic atmospheres and shoegaze elements.

At the centre of their sound is the voice of Jonas Renkse. His performances are equally convincing in intimate, fragile passages and alongside powerful guitar riffs.

Throughout their career, Katatonia has built a strong connection with its audience. Their songs frequently explore loneliness, anxiety and inner conflict without offering simple answers or predictable resolutions.

From Death-Doom Roots to a Distinctive Sound

The musical evolution of Katatonia has been marked by significant changes. Their early albums relied on the heaviness of death-doom metal and a bleak atmosphere.

Over time, aggressive elements gave way to clean vocals, layered arrangements and stronger melodies. Nevertheless, melancholy remained present throughout nearly every period of their career.

Today, Katatonia combines metal with progressive rock and alternative influences. Their compositions often develop through subtle dynamic changes rather than straightforward contrasts.

Guitar textures and atmosphere play a particularly important role. They create a space where heaviness and tenderness complement each other instead of competing.

This balance has allowed the band to establish an identity that reaches beyond traditional genre boundaries.

The Albums That Shaped Katatonia

The discography of Katatonia includes numerous albums that have left a lasting mark on the metal scene.

The cult classic “Brave Murder Day” remains one of the defining releases of their early period. Later albums “Last Fair Deal Gone Down” and “Viva Emptiness” demonstrated a growing shift towards alternative sounds.

With “The Great Cold Distance”, Katatonia further established its distinctive musical identity. The songs became more accessible while retaining complex arrangements.

Albums such as “Night Is the New Day” and “Dead End Kings” continued this evolution. The band explored new atmospheres while maintaining its emotional directness.

Later releases “City Burials” and “Sky Void of Stars” demonstrated their ability to change without losing their identity.

Across these different periods, Katatonia has created a discography that listeners return to for its melodies, lyrics and carefully constructed atmosphere.

Katatonia Today – “Nightmares as Extensions of the Waking State”

The band’s latest chapter began with its thirteenth studio album, “Nightmares as Extensions of the Waking State”. It was released in 2025 through Napalm Records.

This album features a stronger emphasis on guitars. Powerful riffs, unexpected arrangements and memorable melodies shape its musical character.

Guitarists Nico Elgstrand and Sebastian Svalland brought new energy to the band’s sound. Meanwhile, Jonas Renkse continued developing his distinctive vocal style and deeply personal songwriting.

Songs such as “Lilac”, “Thrice” and “The Light Which I Bleed” reveal different sides of the album. They combine heaviness, melancholy and layered guitar arrangements.

Katatonia continues to push its own musical boundaries. Their songs remain equally powerful during quiet moments and intense instrumental passages.

This combination of emotion, atmosphere and heaviness makes Katatonia one of the most distinctive names in contemporary progressive and alternative metal.