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Pentagram Concerts 2026-2027: Tour Schedule, Tickets and Cities
One of the founding bands of Turkey's metal scene: stage setup, the reality of the front area and a practical guide to tickets.
Prepared by the FlyVentis editorial team and regularly reviewed for travel and event accuracy.
Who is Pentagram?
Pentagram was formed in Istanbul in 1986 by guitarist Hakan Utangaç and drummer Cenk Ünnü. It is considered one of the starting points for metal music becoming established in Turkey.
Outside Turkey the band releases under the name Mezarkabul, to avoid confusion with the American doom metal band of the same name. The Anatolia album, which carried Anatolian melodies into a metal arrangement, defined its international profile. Use the FlyVentis records below for current stops.
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Origin | Istanbul, Turkey |
| Genre | Heavy metal / thrash metal |
| Active | Since 1986 |
| Notable albums | Pentagram (1990), Trail Blazer (1992), Anatolia (1997), Unspoken (2001), Bir (2002) |
Achievements and milestones
- It is counted among the founding bands of metal music in Turkey.
- With Anatolia it produced one of the first examples of Anatolian melodies set in a metal arrangement.
- It reached international audiences under the name Mezarkabul on releases outside Turkey.
- Demir Demirkan, who played in the band, wrote and produced the song that won Turkey its Eurovision victory.
How the front area works at a metal show
At metal shows the middle of the front area is physical and the intensity builds through the night. If you want a clear view of the stage without being inside the crush, the side edges of the front area are usually the most balanced choice.
Hearing protection is a practical need rather than a luxury at this kind of show. For category differences see the stadium and arena ticket-category guide.
Confirm the bill and the event type
Multi-band bills are common at metal events. Read every name on the event card: the support acts determine the stage time and the total length of the night.
At festivals the set is shorter and stages can clash. If you are travelling for this band alone, identify the event type first; the going abroad for a concert guide sets the plan straight.
Pentagram upcoming dates
Concert-day checklist
- Read every band on the bill and the running order.
- Carry earplugs.
- If you are staying in the front area, plan access to water.
- Check late-night transport before the show.
What to know before you go
- Multi-band bills and long running orders are common at metal events.
- The middle of the front area is dense; the side edges are calmer.
- Sound levels are high, so hearing protection is a practical need.
- Never share your barcode with third parties.
How to plan travel for a Pentagram concert
Buy the ticket first and search for flights afterwards. Multi-band events start early and finish late, so plan the whole day around that.
Book the return for the day after the show, not the concert night. Choose accommodation by late-night transport links.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I see current Pentagram dates?
The live section on this page uses FlyVentis event records. Recheck the date, city and venue before buying or travelling.
Are Pentagram and Mezarkabul the same band?
Yes. The band uses Pentagram in Turkey and Mezarkabul on releases abroad, to avoid confusion with the American doom metal band of the same name.
Where should I stand in the front area?
For anyone who wants to stay close to the stage but outside the crush, the side edges of the front area are the most balanced choice in most venues.
