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Beyond The Gates Festival: EMPEROR Returns to Bergen 2026

9/10/2025

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The Beyond The Gates festival will take place at Grieghallen in Bergen, Norway, from July 29 to August 1, 2026, featuring a special performance by EMPEROR, including former members Mortiis and Faust.
The lineup includes returning acts IMHA TARIKAT and THE RUINS OF BEVERAST, along with newcomers SPECTRAL WOUND, WARNING, FORTERESSE, and CONCRETE WINDS.
Grieghallen holds historical significance as the recording location for EMPEROR's iconic albums.
Tickets are available for purchase, with additional band announcements anticipated.

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Story summary

The Beyond The Gates festival will take place at Grieghallen in Bergen, Norway, from July 29 to August 1, 2026, featuring a special performance by EMPEROR, including former members Mortiis and Faust.
The lineup includes returning acts IMHA TARIKAT and THE RUINS OF BEVERAST, along with newcomers SPECTRAL WOUND, WARNING, FORTERESSE, and CONCRETE WINDS.
Grieghallen holds historical significance as the recording location for EMPEROR's iconic albums.
Tickets are available for purchase, with additional band announcements anticipated.