The Netherlands' metal music scene has always centered upon the Amsterdam Metalfest, and the most recent iteration in 2023 did not dissapoint. Fleshgod Apocalypse, whose symphonic death metal brought a strong and dramatic energy to the stage, and Obscura, a technical death metal band renowned for their intricate melodies and complicated song structures, were two of the best performers.
Another impressive performance was from Hideous Divinity, whose vicious vocals and savage death metal left the audience in awe. While For I am King displayed their strong and violent sound with their melodic death metal, The Charm The Fury added a special touch to the festival with their fusion of metalcore and punk rock.
The last top performer, OneGodLess, used progressive metal that incorporated elements of doom, sludge, and stoner metal to produce a dynamic and engrossing show. With a broad lineup of skilled musicians exhibiting the best in the genre, the Amsterdam Metalfest once again demonstrated why it is a must-attend event for metalheads.