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Swedish progressive metal band Soen have released a music video for their new single ‘Axis’ from their seventh studio album ‘Reliance’. The video was directed by Patric Ullaeus, known for his work with bands like Arch Enemy and Amorphis. Soen are currently co-headlining the ‘Scandinavian Heavy Arts Tour’ with Swedish melodic death metal group Dark Tranquillity, with Andorran progressive death metal band Persefone serving as the opening act.
Why it matters
Soen is a respected progressive metal act with a loyal fanbase, and the release of a new music video for a single from their latest album is an important event for the band and their genre. Music videos help promote new music and connect artists with their audience in a visual medium.
The details
The ‘Axis’ music video was shot by acclaimed director Patric Ullaeus and features the band members performing the track. Vocalist Joel Ekelöf described the song as being ‘about the moment when you start to notice that the roles you’re given don’t really belong to you’ and ‘about stepping beyond that distance we learn to live with, and remembering there’s something stronger underneath it.’ Drummer Martin Lopez called it ‘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.’
- Soen released the ‘Axis’ music video on April 13, 2026.
The players
Soen
A Swedish progressive metal band known for their complex and introspective sound.
Patric Ullaeus
A Swedish music video director who has worked with bands like Arch Enemy and Amorphis.
Joel Ekelöf
The vocalist of Soen who provided insight into the meaning behind the ‘Axis’ song.
Martin Lopez
The drummer of Soen who described the track as a ‘straight-up metal anthem’ against those in power.
Dark Tranquillity
A Swedish melodic death metal band that is co-headlining the ‘Scandinavian Heavy Arts Tour’ with Soen.
Persefone
An Andorran progressive death metal band serving as the opening act on the ‘Scandinavian Heavy Arts Tour’.
What they’re saying
“’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.”
— Joel Ekelöf, Vocalist
“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.”
— Martin Lopez, Drummer
“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.’”
— Lars Åhlund, Keyboardist/Guitarist
What’s next
Soen will continue their ‘Scandinavian Heavy Arts Tour’ with Dark Tranquillity and Persefone, with upcoming stops in cities like Atlanta, Orlando, Charlotte, and New York.
The takeaway
Soen’s new ‘Axis’ music video showcases the band’s powerful progressive metal sound and their ability to craft thought-provoking lyrics that resonate with their fanbase. The video’s simple yet impactful approach aligns with the song’s message, further solidifying Soen’s reputation as one of the leading acts in the genre.
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