Hippotraktor (be)

The Belgian post-metal band Hippotraktor returns to De Kroepoekfabriek on Friday, 18 December, bringing new material. Their third album, Annihilist, will be released on 2 October 2026 via Pelagic Records.

Hippotraktor debuted in 2021 with Meridian and immediately made an impact on the progressive metal scene. Their second album, Stasis (June 2024, Pelagic Records), earned international critical acclaim. The band's sound is defined by layered guitars, the polyrhythmic drumming of Lander De Nyn, and vocal interplay between Stefan De Graef and Sander De Rom. They have previously played Graspop, Alcatraz and Rock Herk, as well as international festivals including ArcTanGent (UK), Motocultor (France) and Dynamo (Netherlands).

For fans of: Gojira, Meshuggah, Pothamus and Psychonaut.