A further 22 artists have been added to the line-up for M’era Luna, taking place in Hildesheim on 7 and 8 August 2027. The second wave of bands for Europe’s largest Gothic festival brings together defining voices from the scene and exciting discoveries across Gothic Rock, electronic music and Metal, with names such as THE HU and MONO INC. alongside some stylistic surprises. More acts will be announced soon.THE HU combine the musical traditions and mythology of their Mongolian homeland with the power of modern Rock and Metal. Distinctive throat singing and traditional horsehead fiddles meet heavy guitars and shamanic influences. The band call their unique style ‘Hunnu Rock’, which also fits naturally into the aesthetic of the dark scene. Appearances at Glastonbury Festival and shows with IRON MAIDEN demonstrate just how far their distinctive musical journey has taken them. At M’era Luna, festivalgoers will have the chance to experience this fusion of cultural roots, mysticism and Rock live for the first time.
MONO INC. deliver infectious Dark Rock and sweeping melodies, with songs such as ‘Children of the Dark’ becoming anthems for fans to sing together. Their music also reaches well beyond the scene, as demonstrated by the Hamburg band’s third consecutive Top 3 placing in the German album charts.
PETER HEPPNER, whose unmistakable voice helped shape the sound of SYNTH POP through his work with WOLFSHEIM, is another confirmed act. LEBANON HANOVER combine cool Post-Punk with stripped-back melodies to create songs that exert a particular appeal on the dancefloor. ATARI TEENAGE RIOT deliver uncompromising Digital Hardcore, providing the perfect soundtrack for anyone who likes their electronic music at full voltage.
Portuguese Gothic Metal pioneers MOONSPELL bring heavy riffs and the dark atmosphere of a band that has helped shape the genre for decades. OOMPH! fuse electronic elements with powerful guitars and have long secured their place in the history of Neue Deutsche Härte with songs such as ‘Augen auf!’. ZEROMANCER add catchy Industrial Rock, combining raw guitars with electronic sounds.
With ANJA HUWE - XMAL DEUTSCHLAND, a legendary Eighties Dark Wave act will take to the stage. :SITD: also have a long history within the scene, delivering powerful electronic beats and dark melodies that have been staples of clubs across the Gothic scene for years.
GOTHMINISTER combine heavy guitars with electronic power and a pronounced taste for the macabre. VELJANOV, the singer of DEINE LAKAIEN, is also confirmed, bringing the charismatic voice that lends particular depth to his solo work. ASHBURY HEIGHTS, meanwhile, deliver meticulously crafted Electro Pop, combining big emotions with catchy melodies and danceable rhythms.
TANZWUT pit bagpipes against heavy guitars, delivering exuberant Medieval Rock. A.A. WILLIAMS creates intense musical moments with her haunting voice and a sound that moves between Post-Rock and quiet, almost classical passages before building into powerful climaxes.
JULIEN-K bring Synth Rock from the USA, combining electronic precision with the energy of a Rock band. CORPUS DELICTI are known for atmospheric Gothic Rock, distinctive melodies and the enduring urgency of Post-Punk. EXTIZE will push the energy levels even higher with their wild blend of Dark Electro, Industrial and Rave.
HELL BOULEVARD combine Gothic Rock with Rock ‘n’ Roll and orchestral flourishes, creating a sound full of morbid charm. Acoustic and orchestral textures are also at the heart of DIE KAMMER, whose live performances are carefully staged experiences. DIVINE SHADE expand the programme with Industrial Rock and electronic soundscapes that have already made an impression on shared bills with GARY NUMAN and THE SISTERS OF MERCY. MARI KATTMAN adds another electronic dimension with her expressive vocals and danceable songs spanning Electro, EBM and Industrial.
Further information and tickets are available at meraluna.de. More acts will be announced soon. The full line-up is as follows:
