Swedish melodic death metal band Soilwork is celebrating their 30th anniversary in style.
To mark the occasion, a series of reflective videos will be shared, featuring vocalist Björn “Speed” Strid talking about recording the 2003 album Figure Number Five, the change of sound, the filming of “Rejection Role,” and touring Australia.
The set includes the band's 2003 album artwork and tracklisting.
This marks a rare opportunity to revisit Soilwork's formative years, during which they transitioned from their early melodic death metal sound to their more contemporary style.
In live news, Soilwork will join Amon Amarth for The Allfather Awakens Tour this fall with Orbit Culture as the supporting act.
The tour dates are as follows: October 9 – Manchester, England – O2 Apollo 10 – London, England – Eventim Apollo 11 – Wolverhampton, England – Civic Hall 13 – Paris, France – Zenith 14 – Esch Sur Alzette, Luxembourg – Rockhal 16 – Stuttgart, Germany – Schleyer-halle 17 – Frankfurt, Germany – Festhalle 18 – Antwerp, Belgium – Lotto Hall 20 – Den Bosch, Netherlands – Mainstage 21 – Hamburg, Germany – Sporthalle 23 – Gothenburg, Sweden – Scandinavium 24 – Stockholm, Sweden – Hovet 26 – Helsinki, Finland – Ice Hall 27 – Tallin, Estonia – Unibet Arena 29 – Gliwice, Poland – Prezero Arena Gliwice 30 – Leipzig, Germany – Quarterback Immobilien Arena 31 – Oberhausen, Germany – Rudolf Weber Arena November 2 – Budapest, Hungary – Barba Negra 3 – Vienna, Austria – Gasometer 4 – Bamberg, Germany – Brose Arena 6 – Prague, Czech Republic – O2 Universum 7 – Berlin, Germany – Velodrom 8 – Munich, Germany – Zenith 10 – Milan, Italy – Alcatraz 11 – Zurich, Switzerland – The Hall 13 – Barcelona, Spain – Sant Jordi Club 14 – Madrid, Spain – Vistalegre 15 – Lisbon, Portugal – Sala Tejo This lineup promises to deliver a high-energy experience for fans of both bands.
Amon Amarth's signature sound and Soilwork's melodic death metal will undoubtedly create an unforgettable atmosphere.
In related news, the final solo album of original material by legendary Paul Di'Anno is now available on colored vinyl through BraveWords Records.
This release offers fans a chance to explore more of Di'Anno's musical legacy.