Symphony of Sweden returns stronger than ever with “Stand My Ground”

After a year of deep creative focus, Symphony of Sweden is preparing to enter a powerful new chapter with their new album “Stand My Ground”, a release that builds directly on the musical foundation of their acclaimed 2023 album “Haunted”, but with renewed force, energy, and refinement.

According to producer and keyboardist Evan, the band deliberately chose continuity over reinvention when shaping the new album. The goal was evolution rather than disruption: “People will not get a nasty surprise. We focused on improving the songwriting, the performances, and the production, making each album better than the previous one.”

A Year in the Studio: 2025 as a Creative Turning Point

Throughout 2025, Symphony of Sweden made a strategic decision to step back from the stage and fully commit to studio work. The absence of deadlines allowed the band to explore ideas without pressure.

“It was a good choice,” Evan explains. “We had the time to finish the album without too much stress.”

Frontman Lee echoes this intensity, describing the new songs as the strongest material the band has ever created: “We are always creating, always pushing. These songs are the best we’ve ever made.”

Sound Evolution: Faster, Heavier, and More Powerful

While the band maintained their signature cinematic and organic sound, subtle shifts define “Stand My Ground”.

Lee pushed for a more aggressive direction: “I wanted faster and more power. More upbeat and more rock. Evan and I put our heads together and created something awesome.”

The result is a sound described by Evan as “organic, powerful, and epic”, larger than life, yet grounded enough to avoid artificial excess.

From Studio Precision to Live Energy

Even in production, perfection was not forced. Some of the album’s defining moments came from inspired early takes rather than overworked mixes.

“Sometimes the first raw mix is the best one,” Evan admits. “Don’t fix what isn’t broken.”

Also contributing to the album were the musicians Henrik Bodin-Sköld (Guitars), Niklas "Bullen" Bengtsson (Drums) and Erik Arkö (Bass).

Now, with the studio chapter complete, the band is looking firmly toward the stage.

2026 marks the return of Symphony of Sweden as a live force, with Sweden as the starting point for upcoming performances.

Live Return Confirmed: May 30, 2026 – Platens, Linköping

The band has confirmed a special intimate but high-energy live show on May 30, 2026, at Platens in Linköping, Sweden.

Despite the smaller venue, the promise is clear: “It will be personal and intimate, combined with full blast energy from the stage,” says Evan. Lee adds with a grin: “Bigger, better, harder, faster.”

Also confirmed is the open air rock festival Skogsröjet in Finspång Sweden 30 July-1August, 2026.