{"id":362,"date":"2026-05-08T22:37:46","date_gmt":"2026-05-08T14:37:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/summerfadesaway.com\/?p=362"},"modified":"2026-05-08T22:37:47","modified_gmt":"2026-05-08T14:37:47","slug":"across-five-cities-toward-dunk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/summerfadesaway.com\/?p=362","title":{"rendered":"Across Five Cities, Toward Dunk!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

For Summer Fades Away, sharing stages across multiple countries and alongside artists from very different musical backgrounds within such a short period is both a challenge and a rare opportunity. It all begins tonight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This marks the first overseas tour for . Most of the dates are organized by the European booking collective Gravilens, and 4NDREAS. Noise Raid.Brainbowl Records & Sheddog Booking.5Taste.Bergmal.They also invited different guest acts for each show. Through the notes below, you can get a glimpse of every lineup and set length.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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May 8 \u2014 Munich<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

is a long-standing cultural venue that has witnessed generations of independent music growing within the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tickets https:\/\/rausgegangen.de\/en\/events\/summer-fades-away-china-there-were-others-prasentiert-von-gr-0\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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20:00\u201321:00 \u2014 there were others
A four-piece post-rock \/ ambient \/ shoegaze band from Stuttgart, known for dense atmospheric layering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

21:20\u201322:30 \u2014 Summer Fades Away
The opening night of the band\u2019s first overseas tour. They plan to perform the full prepared setlist, with a running time of approximately 70 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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May 9 \u2014 Berlin<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

is a semi-open performance space converted from an industrial site in East Berlin, still retaining its raw industrial atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tickets https:\/\/www.tixforgigs.com\/Event\/73711\/cats-vs-dogs-b-l-o-kantine-berlin<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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20:30\u201321:00 \u2014 Patrick Lema
A composer and interdisciplinary artist from Sacramento, California. His recent works combine acoustic drums with reactive live visuals and video, using improvisation as narrative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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21:15\u201321:45 \u2014 Carnivalesque
A Berlin-based four-piece blending art rock, grunge, folk, classical, and electronic influences, recognized for sharp political and social expression.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

22:00\u201322:45 \u2014 Summer Fades Away (China)
This show was originally arranged by Berlin organizers Brainbowl Records & Sheddog Booking. Through a recommendation from tour partner PathIN e.V., Summer Fades Away was able to join the bill at the last minute, performing in the penultimate slot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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23:00\u201323:45 \u2014 Lovegaze
A Berlin four-piece describing their sound as Dark Shoegaze.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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May 10 \u2014 Hamburg<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

is a former cargo ship permanently docked on the Elbe River and transformed into a concert venue, with the ship\u2019s hold serving as the stage. Several Chinese bands have previously performed here, including and .<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tickets https:\/\/stubnitz.stager.co\/shop\/default\/events\/111636892<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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19:30\u201320:15 \u2014 Thistle Sifter
A cinematic post-rock project by British musician Pete Barnes, now based in Utrecht. During Summer Fades Away\u2019s recent China tour, \u201cEndling\u201d by Thistle Sifter was often the very first pre-show track played before performances \u2014 beautiful, vivid, and deeply visual in atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

20:40\u201321:50 \u2014 Summer Fades Away<\/p>\n\n\n\n

23:30\u201300:30 \u2014 After Party
Organized by local Chinese restaurant 5Taste. Out of pure passion for music, they began hosting live events, turning the venue into something beyond just authentic Chinese cuisine. For independent bands seeking more opportunities, and audiences eager to discover different sounds, this feels like a genuine win-win.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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May 11 \u2014 Cologne<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

is one of Cologne\u2019s classic underground livehouses, known for its low ceilings, packed crowds, and uniquely intense resonance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tickets https:\/\/www.eventim-light.com\/de\/a\/69e67c2f7cbb6317691a1401\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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19:30\u201320:00 \u2014 Stromkasten
A local instrumental four-piece blending post-rock, math rock, and stoner rock, especially known for explosive live performances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

20:20\u201321:05 \u2014 Thistle Sifter
We\u2019ll share the stage once again \u2014 hopefully with even more sparks this time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

21:20\u201322:40 \u2014 Summer Fades Away<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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May 12 \u2014 Zurich<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

is one of Zurich\u2019s best-known industrial-style music venues, hosting alternative rock, metal, and electronic shows as part of the Dynamo Youth Cultural Center. Known for strong sound and an intimate atmosphere, it remains an important stop for underground scenes and touring acts alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tickets https:\/\/eventfrog.ch\/en\/p\/concerts\/pop-rock\/summer-fades-away-chn-nine-month-summer-ch-7449872332963709947.html<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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19:30\u201320:15 \u2014 Nine Month Summer
An instrumental rock project from Lausanne created by Greek musician Petros Liakopoulos, centered around memories, loss, and attachment to passing time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

20:30\u201322:30 \u2014 Summer Fades Away
This will be the final small club show before Dunk!. The concert exists entirely thanks to local organizer Bergmal, whose member Jake showed tremendous patience and support throughout the process. That generosity feels much like the music of his own band, Glaston \u2014 deeply moving and highly recommended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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May 16 \u2014 Zottegem, Dunk!<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Summer Fades Away will perform a 45-minute set at the Forest Stage in the early evening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After five consecutive club shows, the band will arrive near Zottegem on the 13th \u2014 partly to enjoy a rare stretch of rest, but also to gather energy for what lies ahead. Of course, they also have no intention of missing the many incredible artists performing throughout the festival.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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