Soen

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Under the leadership of Joel Ekelöf (vocals) and Martin Lopez (drums), the Swedish prog-metal band Soen returns to Pratteln with their new album "Reliance" (2026) to once again immerse Swiss fans in emotionally charged soundscapes and embark on a breathtaking journey through fascinating sonic landscapes. Soen, the Swedish progressive metal powerhouse, continually finds incredible new musical paths in the realms between light and dark, loud and quiet, heavy and soothingly light. With a journey through the deepest human emotions, Soen also explores the human mind, heart, and soul on their seventh studio album "Reliance," with visionary care and an extra touch of hardness. With Lars Enok Åhlund (keyboards & guitar), Cody Lee Ford (guitar), and Stefan Stenberg (bass) alongside Ekelöf and Lopez, the continuous development of the Soen sound reaches new heights. Let's take the title "Primal," a powerful cry led by Ekelöf's incredible voice, describing the existential struggle between the human mind and our modern world. "Axis" is a determined and defiant look at the state of humanity, driven by Lopez's relentless yet swinging drums. And then there's the calm elegance of "Indifferent," a beautifully orchestrated modern lament about the loss of love, carried by the power of strings, piano, and once again Ekelöf's wonderful voice. Like the previous albums "Imperial" (2021) and "Memorial" (2023), "Reliance" was declared the winner at the Metal Hammer soundcheck and was named "Album of the Month": "Somehow, Sweden's prog metal wunderkinder manage to combine the aesthetics and ambitions of Opeth with an incredible sense of hooks and musical emotion, rivaling Katatonia's best moments," writes the critic. "This results in radiant, moving prog-metal northern lights that are bigger than the music itself." Ekelöf once again proves that he is one of the best singers in the genre, and the instrumentalists are not far behind. The live performance was perfectly executed, as Diebuehrers.com experienced at the last concert in Pratteln 2024: "When Soen left the stage after nearly 90 minutes and two encores, no one really wanted to leave. The hall was bubbling with enthusiasm, and the band was duly celebrated. Soen once again proved why they are one of the most outstanding prog-metal bands of our time." Participants: Soen

Highlights

• Soen presents their new album "Reliance"
• Emotional soundscapes and deepest human emotions
• Live at Z7 Concert Factory, Pratteln

General Information

The Swedish prog-metal band Soen returns to Pratteln with their seventh studio album "Reliance." Led by Joel Ekelöf and Martin Lopez, fans can expect an intense musical journey through various emotions and sound worlds.

Location

Kraftwerkstrasse 7, 4133 Pratteln, Switzerland

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