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The line outside Magasin 4 began forming a full two and a half hours before doors opened. For a Tuesday evening in Brussels, Belgium, such an early arrival is atypical. Yet, the palpable anticipation on May 26th signaled exactly what was at stake. Fans were eager to witness the viral sensation Angine de Poitrine live in the flesh. Black and white polka dots dominated the sold-out crowd, also heavily speckled with King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard merchandise. One child even sported a homemade Klek costume.
When the doors finally opened, a frantic split occurred. Half the room rushed to the rail to secure a prime viewing spot, while the rest sprinted upstairs to hunt down the elusive Volume I and Volume II vinyl.
A veteran fan stationed dead center on the rail captured the crowd’s shared consensus. He’s been attending concerts since the 1970s and had nearly given up on discovering new music until Angine de Poitrine showed up. Though this old timer was seeing shows before many of us were even born, we could all relate to feeling like we’d seen it all by this point, until a pair of polka-dotted microtonal monsters appeared on our social media feeds.
A little after 8 p.m., the opening act, Why the Eye?, took the stage. Squeaky toy noises echoing from backstage served as a bizarre prelude. The masked trio emerged, donning primal disguises resembling an ogre, a war pig, and an indescribable third creature. Their setup was very DIY, consisting of three tables stacked with electronics, keyboard stands, various metal objects for percussion, and a VCR.
As a VHS loop played behind them, the group delivered a captivating 45-minute set mixing primal drum beats played on a hybrid of electronic drum pads with various percussive elements attached to their boards. They seamlessly blended techno synths with driving drum beats, properly warming up the crowd.
Shortly after 9:15 p.m., Khn and Klek took their places, their pre-show ritual of tuning and stretching a theatrical introduction all its own. Khn stood up, faced Klek, and the duo communicated in their signature, untranslatable language. The audience understood nothing of the literal words but cheered wildly in response to the raw energy. After flashing the shape of a triangle made with their hands, the mayhem began.
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The duo sparked “Angor” from Volume II to ignite the set. Khn faced the audience directly, rhythmically hitting his head with both hands as the glowing triangle on his hat pulsed to the beat. Klek attacked his drum kit, his prosthetic nose swaying furiously while he navigated complex, odd time signatures. The energy was electric and immediately transmittable.
The setlist wove through heavy-hitters “Yor Zarad” and “Tamebsz”. During the latter, the aggressive momentum boiled over into a friendly mosh pit. Fans surged forward, pressing the front rows into the stage edge. The physical enthusiasm quickly leveled out, maintaining a chaotic but safe atmosphere throughout the performance.
When the recognizable opening notes of “Mata Zyklek” hit, the room erupted. The track, popularized by a widely circulated KEXP performance, proved to be an absolute powerhouse live. Klek’s eyes and Khn’s hat synchronized, lighting up in perfect time with the thumping percussion. Khn stared down the audience as they clapped along in unison, feeding off the relentless rhythm.
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Following a tight rendition of “Ababa Hotel”, the duo delivered one of the most memorable interactive moments of the night during “Sarniezz”. The Brussels crowd began singing the bassline aloud, creating a unified choir effect reminiscent of the Vulfpeck faithful chanting along to the bassline of “Dean Town”.
Remarkably, despite the sold-out status, the Magasin 4 crowd respected physical boundaries. Attendees concentrated toward the center but left ample dancing room for their neighbors. Even more impressive was the complete absence of conversational chatter, typical of the respectful European crowds. The audience remained locked in and fully absorbed for the entire 60-minute performance.
The evening peaked during the penultimate track, “Fabienk”. The crowd unleashed their loudest cheers of the night, specifically during the beloved Sebastien section. Angine de Poitrine then steamrolled into a high-energy version of “Sherpa” to close out the show, leaving the room mystified by what had just taken place.
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Anyone writing this band off as a mere internet gimmick is mistaken. Angine de Poitrine translates its viral fame into a genuinely delightful, visually arresting live experience. The duo’s 60 minutes of pure mayhem in Brussels proved it a must-see act, demanding repeat viewings from anyone lucky enough to catch this sold-out world tour.
Check out Garrett Dorfman‘s photos from Angine de Poitrine, live in Brussels. Tickets for the band’s world tour—set to run through December with two U.S. legs—are hard to come by, but you can keep an eye on the secondary market. [Editor’s note: Live For Live Music may earn a commission from tickets purchased via the links on this page.]
Angine de Poitrine — Magasin 4 — Brussels, Belgium — 5/26/26 — Full Video
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Setlist: Angine de Poitrine | Magasin 4 | Brussels, Belgium | 5/26/26
Set: Angor, Yor Zarad, Tamebsz, Mata Zyklek, Ababa Hotel, Sarniezz, Fabienk, Sherpa
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