If you’re into EBM, darkwave, and industrial, Porta Nigra is once again setting the tone for Belgium’s underground scene. The renowned concert organizer has announced an ambitious double weekend, spread across October 2026 and January 2027, at its trusted home base De Klinker in Aarschot.
With eight acts across four nights, the concept remains unchanged: uncompromising dark electronic music, curated with precision and passion.
Porta Nigra: A Key Name in the Dark Electronic Scene
For those familiar with Porta Nigra, expectations are high—and rarely disappointed. The Belgian organization has built a reputation that extends far beyond national borders, known for blending genre pioneers with cutting-edge newcomers.
This upcoming double weekend is a perfect example of that vision: a carefully curated lineup that reflects both the roots and the evolution of EBM, darkwave, and industrial music.
Weekend One – October 2026
Dates: October 23 & 24, 2026
Location: De Klinker, Aarschot
Friday, October 23, 2026
Headliner: DAF (Deutsch Amerikanische Freundschaft)
Support: Years of Denial
Few names carry as much weight in electronic body music as DAF. Since the late 1970s, Robert Görl and Gabi Delgado-López have shaped the foundations of EBM with their raw, repetitive rhythms and confrontational style. Seeing them live in 2026 is nothing short of iconic.
Opening the night is Ghent-based Years of Denial, delivering hard, uncompromising EBM that perfectly sets the tone.
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Headliner: Potochkine
Support: The Devil and the Universe · Ruhr · Struggler
Saturday offers a broader view of the underground scene. Belgian cult act Potochkine blends coldwave and melancholic synthpop into a signature sound that has earned them a loyal following.
Austria’s The Devil and the Universe brings occult-inspired electronics, while Ruhr and Struggler add further depth to a diverse and immersive lineup.
Weekend Two – January 2027
Dates: January 29 & 30, 2027
Location: De Klinker, Aarschot
Friday, January 29, 2027
Headliner: Ultra Sunn
Support: Selofan
The new year kicks off with Ultra Sunn, one of Belgium’s most promising exports in cinematic synthpop. Their cold, 80s-inspired aesthetic has already gained international attention.
Greek duo Selofan complements the evening with minimal synth and a poetic, melancholic atmosphere.
Saturday, January 30, 2027
Headliner: Suicide Commando
Support: Fïx8:Sëd8 · VV 303
The final night promises maximum intensity. Suicide Commando, the long-running project of Johan Van Roy, remains one of the most influential names in aggrotech and industrial. Expect a powerful, immersive live set.
With Fïx8:Sëd8 and VV 303 completing the lineup, this closing night is set to push both sonic and emotional limits.
Why You Shouldn’t Miss Porta Nigra in Aarschot
Porta Nigra once again proves its strength as a curator by bringing together genre-defining legends and emerging talent within two carefully crafted weekends.
Whether you’re a longtime fan of EBM and industrial or just discovering the darker side of electronic music, these events offer a unique opportunity to experience one of Belgium’s most dedicated underground concert series.
De Klinker in Aarschot continues to stand out as a key venue for alternative electronic music, providing the perfect setting for these intense and atmospheric nights.
Tickets and more information are available via: https://www.portanigra.eu/
