Soen Debut Music Video For “Axis”

Frontman Joel Ekelöf described “Axis” as a reflection on breaking free from imposed roles and reconnecting with something deeper within:

“‘Axis’ is about the moment when you start to notice that the roles you’re given don’t really belong to you. It’s about stepping beyond that distance we learn to live with, and remembering there’s something stronger underneath it. The fire is already there. The question is if we’re willing to stand closer and follow it together.”

Drummer Martin Lopez (formerly of Opeth) added a more direct take on the track’s message:

“It’s a straight-up metal anthem for those of us who refuse to pretend that the people in power actually have our best interests at heart. A musical ‘fuck-you’ to all of them.”

Guitarist/keyboardist Lars Åhlund also commented on the video’s stripped-down approach, noting its focus on performance rather than spectacle.

“The video keeps it as simple as it should be. Just us going hard, playing a song we love. It’s a rehearsal captured through the lens of the incredible Patric Ullaeus, and it feels exactly right for a track like ‘Axis.’”

Meanwhile, Soen are currently on the road co-headlining the Scandinavian Heavy Arts Tour with Dark Tranquillity, joined by Persefone as support.

Their ongoing North American run continues with the following remaining dates:

• 04/13 Atlanta, GA – Hell at The Masquerade
• 04/14 Orlando, FL – The Beacham
• 04/16 Charlotte, NC – The Underground
• 04/17 Towson, MD – The Recher
• 04/18 Philadelphia, PA – Brooklyn Bowl
• 04/19 Boston, MA – Paradise Rock Club
• 04/21 New York, NY – Gramercy Theatre
• 04/22 Montreal, QC – Theatre Beanfield
• 04/23 Toronto, ON – Phoenix Concert Theatre
• 04/24 Cleveland, OH – House Of Blues
• 04/25 Detroit, MI – Saint Andrew’s Hall

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