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Enigmatic masked collective Sleep Token are set to return with their highly anticipated fourth studio album, Even In Arcadia, scheduled for release on May 9, 2025, via RCA Records. This marks a new chapter for the mysterious band, following the success of their 2023 album "Take Me Back To Eden" and introduces fans to a striking new aesthetic for frontman Vessel, now adorned in green and gold robes.
Album Overview: The Next Evolution
"Even In Arcadia" represents Sleep Token's first offering under RCA Records and continues their journey of dissolving the boundaries between sound and emotion into something truly otherworldly. The album's announcement follows weeks of teasing fans with mysterious puzzle sites and cryptic clues that had the Sleep Token community buzzing with anticipation. While maintaining their signature atmospheric sound, the band appears to be pushing their musical boundaries even further with this release.
Tracklist:
- Look to Windward
- Emergence
- Past Self
- Dangerous
- Caramel
- Even in Arcadia
- Provider
- Damocles
- Gethsemane
- Infinite Baths
Lead Single: "Emergence"
The first taste of "Even In Arcadia" comes in the form of "Emergence," a track that showcases Sleep Token's continued evolution beyond traditional rock boundaries. The song builds gradually, with delicate piano melodies and electronic, beat-backed passages featuring R&B/rap cadences for over two-and-a-half minutes before introducing undulating down-tuned guitar rhythms.
The grimly poetic lyrics tell the story of a withering relationship, with lines like "Well, you were laid in verse / Living on a promised word / I am the rose you relinquished again" and the repeated refrain "So go ahead and wrap your arms around me". The single perfectly demonstrates Sleep Token's unique ability to blend diverse musical influences into a cohesive and emotionally resonant experience.
Limited Edition Vinyls and Pre-Orders at Utopia Records
Australian fans have an exclusive opportunity to secure various editions of "Even In Arcadia" through Utopia Records, including special vinyl variants. These collector's items are expected to be in high demand, so pre-ordering is recommended to avoid disappointment!
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Secure Your Copy Today!
Don't wait—pre-order your copy of "Even In Arcadia" now at Utopia Records. Whether you're a vinyl collector or a dedicated Sleep Token fan, these editions are essential additions to your collection. Prepare for Sleep Token's next chapter and the continued evolution of their unique sound!
North American Tour Announcement
Sleep Token will embark on their "Even In Arcadia" Tour across North America, beginning September 2025. Promoted by AEG Presents, this will be Sleep Token's only headline tour of 2025 and is exclusive to the U.S., spanning 17 cities.
The tour kicks off on September 16 in Duluth, GA, and concludes on October 11 in Los Angeles, CA, with stops in major cities including Brooklyn, Philadelphia, Chicago, Denver, and more. Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, March 21 at 10 a.m. local time.
To combat scalping, Sleep Token has chosen to use Ticketmaster's Face Value Exchange, allowing fans who can't attend to resell tickets at the original price paid. Most tickets will be mobile-only and restricted from transfer, though some states with specific laws regarding ticket resale will have different policies.
Fans can also catch Sleep Token when they headline the Saturday night at Download Festival in the UK this June, providing multiple opportunities to experience this enigmatic band's captivating live performance.
