SOEN - Bratislava

26 / 08 / 2026 / BRATISLAVA / RANDAL

Swedish visionaries SOEN are returning to Bratislava. Martin Lopez (ex-Opeth) and Joel Ekelöf bring a wave of technical precision and deep emotion. Progressive metal that doesn’t push too hard, but immerses you with its atmosphere and rhythmic playfulness. On August 26 at Randal, expect a masterclass in modern melancholy.

SOEN have long stepped out of the “supergroup” shadow. Since their debut Cognitive (2012), the lineup around drum wizard Martin Lopez has evolved into one of the most stable pillars of contemporary progressive rock and metal. Their music thrives on the contrast between Lopez’s complex polyrhythms and Joel Ekelöf’s crystal-clear, emotive vocals.

Don’t expect empty technical displays; every note has its place within carefully constructed song architectures, drawing inspiration from the legacy of Tool and the urgency of art rock, yet transforming it into their own uniquely organic world. Recent albums like Reliance and Memorial confirm that SOEN are at the peak of their creative powers. They can be crushingly heavy, yet seamlessly lull listeners with balladic passages that retain their intensity even in the quietest moments.

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