Progressive metal legends Opeth have been honoured with the prestigious Best Hard Rock & Metal award at this year’s Swedish Grammis. This achievement marks yet another milestone in the band’s illustrious career, further cementing their legacy as one of Sweden’s most influential and celebrated musical acts.
The Last Will & Testament, Opeth’s 14th studio album, is a concept album that tells the story of the reading of one recently deceased man’s will to an audience of his surviving family members. The album brims with haunting melodrama, shocking revelations, and some of the wildest and most unpredictable music that songwriter/frontman Mikael Åkerfeldt has ever written.
Guest Stars and Collaborations
The album features guest cameos from Jethro Tull legend Ian Anderson and Joey Tempest, frontman with Swedish rock gods Europe. New drummer Waltteri Väyrynen makes his recorded debut alongside Opeth’s long-established line-up.
Opeth Upcoming Tour Dates
Opeth will embark on a extensive tour in 2025, with dates in South America, Europe, and Australia.
Get Ready for the Unexpected
The Last Will & Testament is a progressive and dramatic triumph, and yet more proof that expecting the unexpected is the only way forward for fans of Sweden’s finest.
“It’s a restless record for me… It’s an explosion of ideas, which I like. It’s a bit shorter and snappier. But I definitely didn’t want to rehash anything.”
Get the Album
The Last Will & Testament is out now via Reigning Phoenix Music. Stream and order the album here.