Welcome: World of Metal Mayhem

The night was charged with anticipation as metalheads from all corners of the city descended upon 013 Poppodium, eager to witness an unforgettable lineup of bands. Among them was me, Evren Yuceturk, ready to immerse myself in the electrifying atmosphere and raw energy of the evening's performances.   As I stepped into the venue, the air crackled with excitement, and the stage was set for an epic night of metal music. The energy was palpable as the first band, Sentinels, took the stage. Hailing from Connecticut, Sentinels delivered a relentless onslaught of progressive metalcore that left the crowd in awe. With their intricate guitar work, thunderous drumming, and fierce vocals, they set the tone for the night ahead, kicking things off with a bang. Next up was Ocean Ate Alaska, a metalcore band from Birmingham, England. Their performance was a whirlwind of technical precision and ferocious intensity, with blistering riffs, lightning-fast drumming, and soaring vocals. Each song was a...

As the sun set behind the towering silhouette of the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam, anticipation crackled in the air. Excited fans streamed into ASAF, a venue pulsating with the promise of an unforgettable night of metal music. Among them was me, Evren Yuceturk, eager to witness the powerhouse lineup of Architects, Spiritbox, and Loathe. The atmosphere inside ASAF was electric, bathed in a kaleidoscope of colorful lights and the low hum of anticipation. As the stage came alive with pulsating energy, the first band, Loathe, took their positions. From the moment they unleashed their first thunderous riff, it was clear that we were in for an intense and immersive experience. Loathe's performance was nothing short of mesmerizing. Their genre-bending sound seamlessly blended elements of metalcore, nu-metal, and alternative rock, creating a sonic landscape that was both haunting and hypnotic. As they commanded the stage with fierce intensity, their message rang loud and clear: defy ex...