In 2026, The Gathering will celebrate in grand style the 30th anniversary of ‘Mandylion,’ the album that forever changed the course of atmospheric metal and gave voice to an unforgettable era thanks to Anneke van Giersbergen. After selling out five consecutive nights at the Doornroosje venue in the Netherlands in 2025, the band will extend this tribute to stages across Europe during the spring and summer of 2026.
‘Mandylion’ was more than just an album: it was a revolution that put The Gathering on the international map, opening new paths between melancholy, strength, and beauty. Songs like “Strange Machines” and “Leaves” became anthems for an entire generation and still resonate with the same intensity three decades later. Hearing them live again with Anneke at the forefront is more than a concert—it’s reliving the magic of a legacy that remains intact.
During this special tour, The Gathering will present a setlist designed to move both longtime fans and newcomers, focusing on ‘Mandylion’ while also including gems from other moments of Anneke’s era. It will be a sonic and emotional journey celebrating the unique connection between the band and their audience.
In this unique context, The Gathering will arrive at Parque El Batel to take part in the Rock Imperium Festival in Cartagena in 2026. A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience live the commemoration of an album that changed metal history and, thirty years later, still shines with its own powerful light.