Formed: 1996
From:
Helsingborg,
Sweden
Last Known Status: Active
Latest Soilwork News
Below is our complete Soilwork news coverage, including columns and articles pertaining to the band. Some articles listed may be indirectly related, such as side projects of the band members, etc.
Note: We began associating news directly with bands in late 2003. Therefore, earlier band news may not be listed on this page.
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70000 Tons of Metal Announces Public Sales
70000 Tons of Metal continues announcing more bands for their 2026 lineup, as well as the public sales date of August 19, 2025 at 12:00 PM EDT / 18:00 CET via 70000tons.com.
70000TONS OF METAL has most recently confirmed the addition of Dragonland, Anthrax, Wolf, In Mourning, Suidakra, Dust Bolt, Ill Disposed, Skyclad, Soilwork, Vader, Soen, and Satan in addition to the other 27 bands announced for the 2026 lineup.
70000TONS OF METAL 2026 will sail from Miami, FL to Nassau, the Bahamas and back from January 29 through February 2, 2026, aboard Royal Caribbean's luxury cruise ship Freedom of the Seas. The ship offers round-the-clock entertainment, artist-hosted activities and events, exclusive meet-and-greets, and the unique opportunity for fans to mingle with their metal heroes in a completely immersive environment.
The currently-announced lineup for the 2026 sailing, featuring 39 of the 60 total bands who will deliver amazing performances, is: More...
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70,000Tons Of Metal Announces Destination Change
70000TONS OF METAL, The Original, The World’s Biggest Heavy Metal Cruise, has announced a change in the destination for its 2026 voyage. The upcoming edition of the festival at sea, taking place from January 29 to February 2, 2026, will now sail from Miami, Florida to Nassau, the Bahamas aboard Royal Caribbean’s Freedom of the Seas.
Originally planned to return to Labadee, Haiti, the decision to reroute the journey was made out of an abundance of caution and with the well-being of all Sailors, artists, and crew as the top priority.
"While Labadee has been a great port of call on past sailings, we are closely monitoring the evolving situation in Haiti and its surrounding regions," said Andy Piller, Skipper of 70000TONS OF METAL. "Ensuring the safety and comfort of our Survivors is non-negotiable. With that in mind, we’ve made the proactive decision to change course for 2026. Nassau provides a welcoming alternative that allows us to maintain the world-class experience our Sailors expect — both on board and ashore." More...
The Haunted Premiere New Single & Music Video
Swedish metal veterans The Haunted have made their long-awaited return with their first new music since 2017. Released online today (March 21st) and streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below, their latest single, "Warhead," is set to feature on their newly announced tenth studio album, Songs of Last Resort. The album is slated for release on May 30th via Century Media.
Recording for the album took place at Studio Bohus in Kungälv, Sweden, with Oscar Nilsson (The Halo Effect, Mustasch) handling production for the instrumentals. Vocal tracking was overseen by Soilwork frontman Björn “Speed” Strid at The Cellar Studio, while mixing and mastering duties were handled by Jens Bogren (Behemoth, Opeth).
Additionally, Patric Ullaeus (In Flames, Arch Enemy) directed the newly released music video for "Warhead."
Speaking about the track, frontman Marco Aro shared: More...
Kaosis Premiere Full-Album Stream
New Zealand nü-metal outfit Kaosis have officially unleashed their new studio album, “We Are The Future”. This ambitious project includes a slew of guest appearances, gradually revealed over the past year as tracks were released one by one. To handle the album's intense percussion demands, (hed)p.e. drummer Jeremiah Stratton was brought on board for studio drumming duties.
The band has also assembled a full album stream, incorporating the music videos previously released for each track.
The album features an impressive roster of collaborators, showcasing contributions from a diverse array of musicians: More...
In Flames Premiere New Official Live Video
Swedish melodic death metal veterans In Flames have unveiled a live video for their track “In The Dark.” Directed by Oscar Dziedziela, the footage captures the energy of their recent European/UK tour alongside Arch Enemy and Soilwork, which concluded earlier this November.
The band remains busy heading into 2025, with an extensive lineup of shows already announced in support of their latest album, “Foregone”: More...
Arch Enemy Premiere New Music Video
Swedish melodic death metal band Arch Enemy have just released the studio version of their track "Liars & Thieves" for streaming. This follows the song's live debut earlier this month in Glasgow, Scotland. The track will be featured on the band’s upcoming twelfth studio album, "Bloody Dynasty," which is scheduled for release on March 28th.
Guitarist Michael Amott commented on the track, stating: More...
See Arch Enemy Premiere New Track Live
Swedish melodic death metal veterans Arch Enemy has been performing a brand new track titled "Liars & Thieves" during their ongoing UK/European tour. This song, which will close out their upcoming twelfth studio album "Blood Dynasty", is set for release on March 28th via Century Media. The band first played the track live on October 03rd at the O2 Academy in Glasgow, Scotland, and it has since made several appearances in their setlist. Fan-filmed footage of the initial performance is now available for viewing below:
Another new track has been shared this past summer streaming via Spotify below:
For those wanting to experience the song live, there's still time. Arch Enemy's tour with In Flames and Soilwork has just started, and the following dates are still ahead: More...
Soilwork Posts New Single Online
Swedish melodic death metal legends Soilwork are back with a brand new 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 long-time live guitarist Simon Johansson recently officially joining the ranks of the band. You can check out the video below.
"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 three 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."
The new single comes ahead of the band's huge UK and EU tour with In Flames and Arch Enemy. UK dates as follows:
03.10. UK Glasgow – Academy
04.10. UK Manchester – Manchester Academy
05.10. UK Birmingham – O2 Academy
06.10. UK London – Hammersmith Apollo More...
Arch Enemy Premiere New Single & Music Video
Sweden's melodic death metal veterans Arch Enemy have premiere their new single, "Dream Stealer." The track is accompanied by a music video directed by Patric Ullaeus (In Flames, Lacuna Coil). This marks the band's first new music since August 2022 and was mixed by Jens Bogren (Opeth, Amon Amarth).
Expains guitarist Michael Amott: More...
Kaosis Premiere New Track & Music Video
New Zealand's nü-metal outfit Kaosis has enlisted the vocal talents of Bjorn "Speed" Strid from Soilwork, among others, for their latest track "Blood Of Angels." The accompanying music video for the song has been unveiled online and can be both streamed now via YouTube and Spotify below.
Kaosis is gearing up to release their upcoming album titled "We Are The Future," featuring studio drumming by (hed)p.e.'s Jeremiah Stratton. The album boasts an impressive lineup of guest appearances, including current and former members of Slipknot, Limp Bizkit, Static-X, Mushroomhead, Incubus, Ill Niño, and more.
Xen, vocalist and producer of Kaosis, shared his thoughts on this collaboration: More...
Kill The Kong Premiere New Music Video
Kill The Kong have enlisted the vocal talents of Björn “Speed” Strid (Soilwork, The Night Flight Orchestra) for their latest single, "Deepfall." The Swedish metalcore group premiere an accompanying music video for the track, both streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.
The band shared their thoughts on this collaboration:
Aether Realm Premiere New Single "Should I?"
Aether Realm premiere their new single titled "Should I?" which features the renowned melodic death metal vocalist, Björn "Speed" Strid (Soilwork). The single is a powerful one and directly confronts the critics and naysayers who were particularly vocal during Aether Realm's early years.
Explains Aether Realm frontman Vincent "Jake" Jones: More...
Soilwork Recruits New Guitarist
Having just finished the first leg of their European tour with labelmates Kataklysm, Swedish melodic death metal veterans Soilwork are about to embark on the second half of the tour with exciting news. The band welcomes Simon Johansson to their ranks, completing the line-up again. Simon Johansson will step in as Soilwork's new guitar player.
Soilwork states: "We are excited to finally welcome Simon Johansson to the Soilwork family as a permanent member. Simon has been with us on a session basis since 2019 and not only has he proven himself to be a solid guitar player, but also a humble human being and a true gentleman in some of the most challenging years of the band’s history. We love you and we are grateful that you are part of our band."
Simon adds: "I'm super stoked and very humbled to be the new guitarist in Soilwork. I have been a fan of the band since way back and now to be a part of the Soilwork legacy is a huge honor.
"We first started to work together in 2019 when I joined as their session touring guitarist and during this time my admiration for the band has just grown. Now happy and proud to be joining my brothers as a full-time member and I’m thrilled to be a part of the next chapter of Soilwork."
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Soilwork Guitarist David Andersson Has Passed Away
Soilwork guitarist David Andersson has passed away at the age of 47. Andersson who joined Soilwork in 2012 was also was a member of The Night Flight Orchestra alongside Soilwork frontman Björn “Speed” Strid.
A statement posted by the Soilwork can be read below: More...
Soilwork Premiere New Music Video
Swedish melodic death metal band Soilwork premiere their new music video for the song “Dreams Of Nowhere“, streaming via YouTube for you below. The outfit’s twelfth studio full-length “Övergivenheten” will be released on August 19th via Nuclear Blast.
Tells frontman Björn Strid: More...
Soilwork Debuts New Music Video
Soilwork continues to please their fans by releasing the second single from their upcoming album "Övergivenheten." After already delivering the title track of their new long-player some weeks ago, the Swedes now release the next single called "Nous Sommes La Guerre." This track represents the next massive piece of their highly anticipated album. which is due on August 19th.
Soilwork about the new single:
"‘Nous Sommes la Guerre’ evolved around a 'fight or flight' theme. The song is about internal struggles and confronting your own worst sides. It’s a cry for help in defeating the darkness inside of you and move towards a brighter path."
The extraordinary artwork for the new single is created by Argavilda who has a very singular view on the band's latest output.
His thoughts about "Nous Sommes La Guerre" and his interpretation of it:
"The idea is to peel the skin of the narrator to reveal the individual layers and see what makes the individual. All the scarred and murky sides being laid bare the deeper you dig. Crying golden blood because there are no more tears. It is a person's soul searching to find answers and exposing themselves to ask for help. My interpretation of the lyrics is intricately connected to being lost and realising, that you must build yourself up anew and that you cannot do it alone." More...
Soilwork To Release New Album In August
Sweden's melodic death metal veterans Soilwork are back with big news! After their EP release back in December of 2021, it is time for the first studio album in three years. Proudly Soilwork announce their twelfth and latest masterpiece "Övergivenheten" which will be released on August 19th via Nuclear Blast Records.
Musically and lyrically evolved, Soilwork release their most complex and elaborate album to date which marks a new phase of their career. Not only due to the tremendous effort and time they put in but also the results on the album reflect years of development and experience as a band, which is ultimately provided on "Övergivenheten" for the fans to enjoy.
Soilwork's Björn Strid comments on their new longplayer:
"The title track of this album just might be the pinnacle of this band’s musical journey - it sums up everything that we’ve ever been about and the sometimes risky musical venture that this band embarked on some 20 years ago. To me this song is as close to the heart as it gets."
The announcement of "Övergivenheten" comes with the band's first single, which is the title track "Övergivenheten" and delivers a great introduction to Soilwork's first studio album in three years! More...
Exes For Eyes Uploads New Music Video
As people across the northern hemisphere brace for winter, Canada’s Exes For Eyes are releasing a new single, the aptly named "The End Of Summer." This will be the first music released from the band since 2019, and they are eager to get back into the ears of fans. Featuring Björn Strid of Soilwork, the idea behind the single was to question our integrity as a species. "Do we as western humans have the ability to toughen up? Or are we basically just fucked on a biblical scale?" Exes For Eyes continue to explain the track:
"It can be heavy, it can be subdued, it has tension and release, and a few good old-fashioned earworms. Having Björn onboard has only solidified that this is a song with something special. When we sent him the pre-production, he instantly knew this was a song that had substance. 'Your best work' he called it. It has the ability to uplift you to euphoria, and the bottom will instantly drop out, leaving you wondering what exactly happened and looking for a repeat play."
Essentially a metaphor for the amazing quality of life we take for granted, the song explores the notion that without facing true adversity in life, we are becoming soft and approaching the end of that golden era. This single is the first of four, which will make up an internet fourth release, due to the global situation, the band is taking the time to perfect this next offering and give it the revel it deserves when the time is right.
Exes For Eyes has been going for almost ten years, during which they released three albums, toured heavily, and shared the stage with an impressive list of metal titans. They have a level of cohesion that only comes with that much experience. More...
Act Of Denial (Soilwork, Etc.) Premiere 5th Single
Act Of Denial premiere the track “Your Dark Desires” as the fifth and final single from their impending debut record, “Negative“. That album is scheduled for an August 13th release by Crusader/Golden Robot.
Ex-Guns N’ Roses guitarist Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal guests on this particular song. Act Of Denial feature the below lineup: More...
Leach Premiere New Video - Soilwork Singer Guests
Swedish melodic death/thrash metal act Leach premiere a new official music video for “D.O.D”. The track is taken from their new album "Lovely Light of Life", out in stores now via Brutal Records. Soilwork vocalist Björn 'Speed' Strid guests on this particular song.
Check out now "D.O.D" below.