Interview with Joel Ekelöf (ft. Martin Lopez) of SOEN ● Memorial ● Tuonela Magazine

In July 2023, we had the pleasure of catching up with Joel Ekelöf and Martin Lopez from the progressive metal outfit SOEN before their anticipated show in Helsinki as part of the CoolHead Live shows. Our insightful conversation provided us with a sneak peek into their latest creation, "Memorial." After immersing ourselves in the album, we reconnected with Joel in August 2023 for a deeper dive into the intricacies of their new release. Recognizing the value of all the insights shared, we've merged both interviews to offer a comprehensive overview of their journey and the band's musical evolution encapsulated within "Memorial."

Interviews and edit by Laureline Tilkin

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