Greek psych rockers Naxatras announce summer and fall European shows!
Photos by Dimitris Kavoukidis
Greek hard psych and prog rock stalwarts Naxatras are set to take over Eastern Europe this fall to spread the mesmerizing sonic tales of their new album »V« across nine cities, with more dates to be announced soon!
“They explore and entrance like no one else.” — The Obelisk
“Naxatras is ready to take you into the stratosphere.” — Rolling Stone Magazine
“One of the most engaging and interesting acts in the psychedelic rock landscape.” — Headbanger Reviews
“The way Naxatras mix futuristic sci-fi sounds with the multiculturalism sounds of antiquity is an outstanding concept.” — Outlaws Of The Sun
Naxatras has spent over a decade forging a distinctive presence in the hard psych scene. With four critically acclaimed albums under their belt, they have evolved from a predominantly jam-oriented band into one that balances spontaneity with purposeful craftsmanship. This transformation is the natural result of years of touring, artistic exploration, and a steadfast commitment to their unique sound.
Their new album »V« represents a bold leap forward, expanding their heavy progressive rock influences while broadening their sound through hypnotic touches of world music with Eastern flutes, strings and tribal percussions all finely blended with electronics. »V« is an immersive, intoxicating and genre-bending piece of music from cosmic adventurers that won’t cease to impress while taking us into their unique mirific sonic realms. »V« is available now via Bandcamp and the band’s official website.
Upcoming European shows
12/07/2025 CY Cyprus, Limpia
01/08/2025 GR Wake Up Festival
07/08/2025 RS Orom, Malomfesztivál
23/08/2025 GR Crete, Fortuna
16/10/2025 BG Sofia, Mixtape 5
17/10/2025 RO Bucharest, Quantic Club
18/10/2025 RO Cluj, FORM Space
20/10/2025 AT Vienna, Arena
21/10/2025 SK Bratislava, Žalár
22/10/2025 SI Ljubljana, Gala Hala
23/10/2025 HR Zagreb, Močvara
24/10/2025 RS Belgrade, Dorćol Platz
25/10/2025 RS Niš, Istina Mašina
– Tickets on sale via Naxatras and Swamp Booking –
Hailing from Greece, Naxatras has been a powerhouse in the world of modern psychedelic rock since their inception in 2012. With four critically acclaimed albums under their belt, they have evolved from a predominantly jam-oriented band into one that balances spontaneity with deliberate craftsmanship. This transformation is the natural result of years of touring, artistic exploration, and a steadfast commitment to a signature sound steeped in the warm, vintage vibes of the ’70s that weaves together groovy rhythms, dreamy melodies, thunderous riffs, and beautifully captivating guitar solos.
Naxatras recorded their self-titled debut album in 2015 at Magnetic Fidelity with renowned engineer Jesus I. Agnew. Embracing a fully analog approach, all tracks were performed and recorded live in just one day. »Naxatras« quickly became a landmark release in the genre, earning widespread critical acclaim and cementing its place as one of the best-selling albums in its field. In 2016, Naxatras unveiled their second full-length »II« alongside a new EP. The momentum continued in 2017 with the release of the »All The Stars Collide Into A Single Ray« single and the recording of their third album, once again embracing fully analog, live recording techniques. “III” debuted in 2018, followed by a live album capturing their electrifying, sold-out performance at Athens’ iconic venue Gagarin 205.
On their fourth album »IV« (2022), Naxatras expanded their sonic horizons by welcoming multi-instrumentalist Pantelis Kargas on keyboards and synthesizers, while the artwork created by longtime collaborator and friend Chris RW continued the artistic partnership that has visually defined all their releases. The band has developed a reputation for high-energy live performances, combining elements of psychedelic/progressive rock, stoner, funk, jazz, electronic and Eastern music with trippy screenings to a fully immersive experience. They have gone on numerous tours and performed in most European countries, including distinguished festivals such as Desertfest, Ozora and Dunajam and a tour in Australia.
Naxatras is:
John Delias – Guitar & Vocals
John Vagenas – Bass & Vocals
Kostas Charizanis – Drums & Percussion
Pantelis Kargas – Keyboards & Synthesizers
Courtesy of Purple Sage PR
Bojan Bidovc // music enthusiast, promoter, misanthrop and sometimes a journalist as well