Warhaus – The Karaoke Show (Live Album)

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Warhaus Unveils Captivating Live Album, “The Karaoke Show,” Following Sold-Out Tour

A new live recording from Warhaus, titled “The Karaoke Show (Live at Ancienne Belgique, Brussels, 2025),” is now available across all major streaming platforms, accompanied by a full-length concert video on YouTube. The release celebrates the one-year anniversary of the critically lauded studio album, Karaoke Moon.

Did you know? – Maarten Devoldere, Warhaus’ frontman, initially wrote over 50 songs for Karaoke Moon before refining the album to its final 15 tracks.

The live album captures a performance from earlier in 2025 at the Ancienne Belgique in Brussels, where Warhaus completed a series of back-to-back sold-out shows during the Karaoke Moon tour. The recording showcases the band’s remarkable cohesion and delivers an energetic, emotionally resonant experience lasting approximately 90 minutes.

At the heart of Warhaus is maarten Devoldere, described as a “master of ceremony, sometimes crooner, sometimes preacher,” alongside his longtime collaborator Jasper Maekelberg on guitar and production. The ensemble is completed by tijs Delbeke on piano and trombone,Michiel Balcaen on drums,and Sander Verstraete on bass.

Pro tip: – Warhaus’ sound blends elements of spoken word and rap with catchy melodies, creating a unique, swinging feel reminiscent of hip-hop.

The creation of Karaoke Moon itself was a journey of refinement.According to sources close to the project, Devoldere initially presented over 50 songs, only to receive the feedback: “You can do better.” This spurred a nine-month collaboration with Maekelberg in a studio in Bruges, ultimately yielding what many are calling Warhaus’ most compelling work to date.

Karaoke Moon masterfully blends passion and playfulness with a distinct intensity. Tracks like “Zero One Code” incorporate references to German novelist Herman Hesse, underscored by dramatic instrumentation reminiscent of Nick Cave’s “Red Right Hand.” Meanwhile, “Hands Of A Clock” builds to a richly orchestrated finale, seamlessly merging Devoldere’s poetic lyrics with a soaring piano melody.

Reader question: – Jasper Maekelberg reimagined “No Surprise” from a high-energy disco track into a sultry, nightclub-infused tune, showcasing the band’s experimental approach.

The album’s sonic landscape is characterized by intriguing contrasts. “No Surprise,” originally conceived as a high-energy disco track,was reimagined by Maekelberg as a sultry,nightclub-infused tune. This willingness to experiment extends to Devoldere’s vocal delivery, wich often incorporates elements of spoken word and rap alongside catchy melodies, creating a dynamic akin to hip-hop but with a uniquely swinging feel.

The album’s tracklist offers a glimpse into this captivating sonic world:

1. Intro
2. I’m Not him
3. I Want More
4. Popcorn
5. Jim Morrison
6. Shadow Play
7. No Surprise
8. Hands Of A Clock
9. Time Bomb
10. Love’s A Stranger
11. Zero One Code
12. Beaches
13. Where The Names Are Real
14. The Best
15. Mad World
16. Open Window

Warhaus will continue to bring this energy to audiences across Europe this winter with 14 scheduled performances in Belgium, France, Germany, Switzerland, and the Netherlands.

Fans can find more information about Warhaus and upcoming tour dates on the band’s official Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/