nuSep 9, 2026, 04:39

Nothing But Thieves to play shows in Utrecht, Brussels and London on the same day

The band Nothing But Thieves plans to perform three concerts in Utrecht, Brussels, and London on September 19. This unique tour schedule coincides with preparations for their upcoming album release and future performances at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam.

The band Nothing But Thieves has announced an ambitious promotional tour set for September 19, during which they will perform three separate concerts in three different cities within a single day. The whirlwind schedule begins at 11:30 a.m. at TivoliVredenburg in Utrecht, followed by a performance in Brussels, and concluding with a final show in London. The band members acknowledged the logistical challenge, jokingly admitting that the plan could lead to significant travel complications.

In addition to these special performances, the band is preparing for upcoming shows at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam scheduled for January 15 and 16 as part of their Stray Dogs Tour. Their fifth studio album, titled Stray Dogs, is slated for release on September 25. Composed of Conor Mason, Joe Langridge-Brown, Dominic Craik, Philip Blake, and James Price, the group continues to expand its reach with international tour dates across Europe and the United States planned for the following year.

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Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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