Swedish melodic death metal legends Soilwork are back with a brandnew single, “Spirit of No Return”, along with a powerful and visually striking music video. The track marks a significant milestone in the band’s evolution, with longtime live guitarist Simon Johansson recently officially joining the ranks of the band.
“Spirit of No Return” showcases Soilwork’s signature blend of frenzied intensity, soaring melodies, epic arrangements, and a touch of progressive complexity – traits that have cemented their reputation over the last decades. Johansson’s contribution to the song’s writing channels the band’s essence while bringing fresh energy to their unmistakable sound.
The video is equally captivating, featuring a stunning sequence where the iconic Soilwork symbol is reforged, representing the band’s resurgence and renewed strength. This visual narrative perfectly complements the song’s theme of perseverance and transformation.
Frontman Björn “Speed” Strid comments on the song:
“ ‘Spirit Of No Return’ is a fierce reminder of the past, but also an introduction of the new Soilwork era, where we’ve taken the thrashier early days and dressed it in a new heavier suit. Lyrics are dealing with the urge of belonging and fitting in – and how it in the end can be disastrous as you abandon your true self.”
In October the band will embark on their biggest tour adventure yet, supporting In Flames and Arch Enemy on a European arena tour. Check out the dates!
Rising from the North
03.10. UK Glasgow – Academy
04.10. UK Manchester – Manchester Academy
05.10. UK Birmingham – O2 Academy
06.10. UK London – Hammersmith Apollo
08.10. FR Paris – Olympia
09.10. LU Esch-sur-Alzette – Rockhal
11.10. DE Hamburg – Sporthalle
12.10. DE Düsseldorf – Mitsubishi Electric Hall
13.10. NL Den Bosch – Mainstage
15.10. CH Zurich – The Hall
16.10. IT Milan – Alcatraz
18.10 DE Stuttgart – Schleyer-Halle
19.10. DE Frankfurt – Jahrhunderthalle
20.10. DE Munich – Zenith
22.10. AT Vienna – Gasometer
23.10. HU Budapest – Barba Negra
25.10. CZ Prague – Sportovni Hala Fortuna
26.10. DE Dresden – Messe
27.10. DE Berlin – Columbiahalle
29.10. SE Malmö – Malmö Arena
30.10. NO Oslo – Spektrum
01.11. SE Gothenburg – Scandinavium
02.11. SE Stockhom – Hovet
03.11. SE Sundsvall – Nordichallen
05.11. FI Helsinki – Ice Hall
