The new lineup of NEVERMORE made its live debut earlier tonight (Wednesday, April 1) at IF Performance Hall Beşiktaş in Istanbul, Turkey.

Joining guitarist Jeff Loomis and drummer Van Williams in NEVERMORE's current incarnation are the band's latest additions, Jack Cattoi on guitar, Semir Özerkan on bass, and new vocalist Berzan Önen.

This lineup change marks a new chapter for the band, which has been without its iconic frontman Warrel Dane since his passing in 2017.

The setlist for the Istanbul show featured a mix of NEVERMORE's classic material, including "Ophidian", "Beyond Within", and "The Seven Tongues Of God".

The band's ability to recreate their complex soundscapes live is a testament to the skill of its current lineup.

In recent years, NEVERMORE has been working on new music with Loomis and Williams at the helm.

However, due to personal differences with Dane and bassist Jim Sheppard, the duo decided to move forward with a new vocalist and rhythm section.

This decision was met with some criticism from fans of the band, who felt that it disrespected the legacy of NEVERMORE's classic lineup.

In response to these criticisms, Loomis stated that "no one can replace Warrel Dane", but he and Williams are looking for someone who can "carry the older NEVERMORE tunes in his vocal style".

The search for this vocalist has been ongoing since December 2023.

The current lineup of NEVERMORE features guitarist Jack Cattoi, bassist Semir Özerkan, and vocalist Berzan Önen.

This new iteration of the band is set to embark on a new tour schedule, which includes dates in Istanbul and other European cities.