Nevermore Return To Live Stages With New Lineup For First Show Since 2011

Progressive metal icons Nevermore made a stunning return to the stage on April 1st in Istanbul, Turkey, performing their first live show since disbanding in 2011. While longtime members Jeff Loomis (guitar) and Van Williams (drums) remain at the core, the band’s lineup now features fresh faces.

Berzan Önen assumes lead vocal duties, taking over for the late Warrel Dane, while Jack Cattoi joins on guitar and Semir Özerkan fills in on bass. The band announced these lineup updates in February following a detailed audition process.

Fans were treated to a sprawling set that spanned both classic hits and deep cuts from Nevermore’s catalog:

Setlist:
“Ophidian“
“Beyond Within“
“My Acid Words“
“Engines Of Hate“
“This Sacrament“
“The Seven Tongues Of God“
“Final Product“
“Narcosynthesis“
“I, Voyager“
“Moonrise (Through Mirrors of Death)“
“The Heart Collector“
“Enemies of Reality“
“Sentient 6“
“This Godless Endeavor“
“The River Dragon Has Come“
“The Obsidian Conspiracy“
“Believe in Nothing“

Encore:
“Born“
“Dead Heart In A Dead World“

Following the performance, the band posted on social media:

“Thank you, Istanbul! We shed tears of joy with you. We’ll be back for sure, perhaps three cities next time?”

Fan-shot clips of the show have emerged online, giving audiences around the world a glimpse of Nevermore’s renewed energy and the chemistry of the updated lineup. This comeback highlights the enduring legacy of the band and signals exciting possibilities for future performances.

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