Swedish gothic doom metallers Draconian will release their new studio album, In Somnolent Ruin, on May 8, 2026 via Napalm Records.

Described as one of the most personal records in the band’s discography, the album unfolds as a dreamlike journey across nine tracks, guided by the poetic lyricism of vocalist Anders Jacobsson. It also marks the return of longtime frontwoman Lisa Johansson, who rejoins Jacobsson on vocals for the first time since the band’s early records.

The current lineup has been together and touring since 2022, lending the album a strong live feel. A recurring theme throughout In Somnolent Ruin is Plato’s theory of the soul—an idea that emerged organically during the writing process. As with previous releases, the album was written, recorded, and arranged by Johan Ericson.

Ericson comments:

“The first idea—the embryo, really—of In Somnolent Ruin goes back to 2021. It began with the song ‘Misanthrope River,’ a title that had existed since the demo days of Under A Godless Veil, now finally finding music to accompany it.

I drew inspiration from everything from dark folk to eerie ambient music, with a clear vision of classic doom intertwined with ambient soundscapes. I wanted variety across the record, without losing the strong gothic thread that connects everything.”

Jacobsson adds:

“It took a long time before the album felt whole. The tracklist came together very late, as the songs slowly evolved through collaboration and overlap.

It was the most difficult album for me to fully grasp and work through, but perhaps that’s what makes the final result so compelling. Working with Lisa again, and having Daniel Johansson add a new dimension on drums, brought additional depth to the process.”

Tour Dates

May 16 – São Paulo, Brazil @ Carioca Club

May 17 – Buenos Aires, Argentina @ Teatro Flores

May 19 – Santiago, Chile @ Sala Metrónomo

May 21 – Bogotá, Colombia @ Teatro Astor Plaza

May 23 – Mexico City, Mexico @ Circo Volador

Aug 06 – Jaroměř, Czech Republic @ Brutal Assault