A Legendary Comeback!
The electronic scene celebrates the return of one of its most innovative creative forces.
In an announcement that has sent shockwaves through the global music community, Noisia confirmed on Thursday, September 17, that they are ending a seven-year hiatus. The powerhouse trio—comprised of Nik Roos, Martijn van Sonderen, and Thijs de Vlieger—is reuniting for an event that is already being hailed as historic.
📅 The Big Date
The first show is scheduled for December 4 at the iconic Melkweg in Amsterdam. For the uninitiated, Melkweg is one of the Netherlands' most prestigious cultural venues; it holds immense sentimental value for the band, as it served as the backdrop for their farewell tour years ago.
🎬 The Prelude
Setting the stage for this return, the group released a documentary titled "Vlucht" (Flight) on September 10. Directed by Farhad Khodadadzade, this 27-minute film explores the internal essence and creative journey of the group.
Wait, who is Noisia?
For those discovering them now, Noisia is globally renowned for pushing electronic music to its technical limits. They are pioneers of Drum and Bass (a fast-paced genre characterized by heavy basslines and breakbeats) and experimental sound design. Their avant-garde engineering has made them absolute benchmarks for the Dutch and global electronic scenes.
Solo Journeys and Creative Synergy
During their time apart, the members never stopped innovating. They explored new sonic frontiers through diverse personal projects such as Sleepnet, Ring Noord, Body Ocean, Thys, Zonderling, and NSR. According to the artists, these solo ventures will continue to exist in parallel with the relaunch of Noisia.
The main driver for this return is reported to be a profound nostalgia for the creative exchange of ideas between the three members and a deep longing to reconnect with the raw energy and live response of the crowd.