Marathon Announces Debut Album ‘Fading Image’
Marathon, the band born from the raw intensity of Amsterdam's underground scene, proudly announces the release of their highly anticipated debut album, Fading Image. The album, set to release on April 11, 2025, via V2 Records, marks a new chapter for the band, giving a fresh and unique twist to the post-punk revival
Emerging from spontaneous jam sessions, the founders of Marathon—Kay Koopmans, Lennart van Hulst, and Nina Lijzenga—first came together during their high school years, crafting music that pushes the boundaries of the mainstream. With their hybrid style blending post-punk, shoegaze, indie, and grunge, Marathon offers a distinctive musical experience that is at once dark, intense, and hopeful.
Fading Image is an artistically and emotionally charged album that explores themes of transience and resilience. The tracks reflect the uncertainties and complexities of modern life, featuring gripping vocals, powerful basslines, and relentless drumming that together create an overwhelming "wall of sound." Live, the band is joined by multi-instrumentalists Sofie and Victor, and Nina’s signature six-string bass adds a transformative quality to their explosive sound. Marathon’s performances invite audiences to delve deep into their own emotions. Having already captivated crowds at ESNS 2025, they previously made waves by tearing down the Casbah at Best Kept Secret and dominating international showcases like The Great Escape and Reeperbahn.
Praised as an "artist to watch" by outlets such as 3voor12, KINK, and de Volkskrant, Marathon’s debut album is poised to cement their status further. With introspective lyrics and haunting melodies, the record offers an unmistakable reflection of contemporary society.
Fading Image takes listeners on a journey through a mysterious and hopeful world where light and darkness coexist. Marathon invites fans and new listeners alike to embark on this journey with them on April 11, 2025, with an album that stirs emotions and raises questions about the modern human experience.
Marathon is an Amsterdam-based band that has proven itself in recent years with captivating performances and a unique sound. Combining the sharp edges of post-punk with the dreamy atmosphere of shoegaze and the introspection of indie, the band delivers a powerful message that resonates deeply with audiences.
