V11 x Rotown presents: Martial Arts

The Manchester-based post-punk band Martial Arts is coming to V11 on May 24. This five-piece, often compared to bands like Shame and The Murder Capital, blends post-punk with sharp guitar riffs and pop. Last year, the band played at Left of the Dial, and now they’re returning to Rotterdam for their own headline show!

Name: Martial Arts

Tag: Indie rock / Post-punk

Song tip: Defector

For fans of: The Murder Capital, The Chameleons, Wunderhorse, Shame

Label: Kool Kat Musik

Country: United Kingdom

Extra info: Features the classic Manchester sound • combines jangly indie pop with post-punk elements • played at Left of the Dial in 2025