A New Chapter for Marathon with Debut Album ‘Fading Image’
Marathon, the band born from the raw intensity of Amsterdam’s underground scene, proudly releases their long-awaited debut album Fading Image today. The album marks a new chapter for the band, one that gives the post-punk revival a distinctly personal twist.
Formed from spontaneous jam sessions, Marathon’s founding members—Kay Koopmans, Lennart van Hulst, and Nina Lijzenga—first came together in the shadows of their high school years and have been making music ever since that pushes the edges of the mainstream. With their hybrid style—blending post-punk, shoegaze, indie, and grunge—Marathon offers a unique sonic experience that is dark, intense, and hopeful all at once.
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 haunting vocals, driving basslines, and relentless drumming that together create a powerful wall of sound. Live, the band is joined by multi-instrumentalists Sofie and Victor, and the distinctive tone of Nina’s 6-string bass transforms their music into an explosive blend of sound and emotion—a live experience that invites audiences to delve into their own feelings. It’s no surprise they’ve performed at ESNS 2025, Best Kept Secret, and international showcases like The Great Escape and Reeperbahn.
Marathon has been hailed as an "artist to watch" by outlets such as 3voor12, KINK, and de Volkskrant. Their debut album is set to further cement this status, with introspective lyrics and haunting melodies that offer an undeniable reflection of today’s society.
Fading Image takes listeners on a mysterious and hopeful journey, where light and darkness coexist. Marathon invites fans and new listeners alike to join them on this ride, through an album that stirs emotions and raises questions about the modern human experience.
Marathon is an Amsterdam-based band that has proven itself over the past few years with captivating performances and a truly unique sound. Combining the sharp edges of post-punk with the dreamy haze of shoegaze and the introspection of indie, they deliver a powerful message that resonates deeply with their audience.
