Battle of the Bands

The Tribute: Battle of the Bands Season 6 Kicks Off January 16

Tributeworld Editorial

The Tribute: Battle of the Bands returns for a sixth season on Saturday, January 16, 2027. New episodes air every Saturday at 8 PM on SBS6.

The Netherlands' top tribute bands compete for a coveted spot in the line-up of The Tribute – Live in Concert at the Ziggo Dome on April 15, 2027. Their final ranking determines how long they get to perform.

Before the new season: Best of specials

On January 2 and 9, host Johnny de Mol looks back at last season in two special *Best of The Tribute* episodes. He visits fan favourites to find out what the show has done for them — including Bouke Scholten's ElvisMatters Band and the Queen and Bee Gees tribute acts.

Key dates:
- Best of The Tribute specials: January 2 & 9, 2027 - Season 6 premiere: January 16, 2027 - Every Saturday at 8 PM on SBS6 - Grand finale: Ziggo Dome, April 15, 2027

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