ADEPT unveil their latest single “Blood Covenant”, further stoking the metal scene’s excitement for the eponymous Blood Covenant, their long awaited fifth studio album out October 24, 2025, via Napalm Records. The title track and album opener shows ADEPT wielding spacey, dancing guitar leads that bring you into the emotionally captivating world of Blood Covenant. Arriving nine years after their most recent album, metalcore pioneers ADEPT keep their sound diverse, making sure their triumphant comeback will have been well worth the wait!
 
Formed in the early 2000s in Trosa, Sweden, ADEPT helped shape the early European metalcore landscape, rising to prominence through passionate songwriting, high-octane live shows, and raw emotional energy, touring with genre mainstays like Bring Me The Horizon, Underoath, and A Day To Remember. Following their fiery comeback at Core Fest 2024 and numerous explosive festival performances, the band will hit the road for an anniversary headlining tour through Europe, celebrating Blood Covenant and two decades of ADEPT. You can find a complete list of dates below. 

Drenched in vivid hues of red, Blood Covenant is a raw, unflinching reflection on scars carried, battles fought, and the hunger to feel something genuine. Opening with the intense title track “Blood Covenant”, the album sets a brooding tone that echoes through the record. “Heaven”, drags the listener through a storm of guilt and fast-paced riffs, while the hard-hitting “Define Me” follows with an imposing attitude and snapping aggression, underlining its uncompromising message of self-reclamation. Both tracks are marked by ADEPT’s signature blend of emotional intensity and unrelenting breakdowns. “YOU” dives deep into the emotional wreckage of love lost, with swelling, cathartic guitar leads and honest, bleeding heart lyricism. “Time Is a Destroyer” pulses with urgency and existential dread, unfolding over a haunting acoustic backdrop accented by swelling strings, while “Parting Ways” channels melodic death metal energy, shifting seamlessly between soaring clean vocals and anguished shouts, capturing a moment of vulnerability wrapped in restrained heaviness and reflection. “Filthy Tongue” dives headfirst into brooding industrial terrain, fusing harsh textures and hypnotic rhythms into a raw, relentless beast. Tracks like “Ignore the Sun” lean into darker, more cinematic territory, introducing eerie ambient layers and post-metal textures that enhance the record’s emotional complexity. “The Rapture of Dust”, the album’s closer, collapses the record into a final, sweeping moment of reflection—crushing and beautiful in equal measure.

Order Your Copy of Blood Covenant NOW

Produced by Henrik Udd (Bring Me The Horizon, Architects) together with guitarist Gustav Lithammer and vocalist Robert Ljung at Henrik Udd Recording, the album boasts a sonically expansive and emotionally intimate production. Mixed by Henrik Udd and mastered by Thomas “Plec” Johansson (Soilwork, Dynazty) at The Panic Room, Blood Covenant wields immense weight and clarity without sacrificing any of its raw energy.

Blood Covenant Tracklisting:

1. Blood Covenant
2. Heaven
3. Define Me
4. YOU
5. Parting Ways
6. Filthy Tongue
7. Time Is A Destroyer
8. Battered Skin
9. No Matter The Years
10. Ignore The Sun
11. The Rapture Of Dust

With a legacy spanning two decades, ADEPT recently crushed stages at massive festivals across Europe like Nova Rock and Summer Breeze Open Air. The Swedish heavyweights indisputably stand at the threshold of their most vital chapter yet. As they prepare to embark on their massive 20-Year Anniversary Tour this winter, Blood Covenant doesn’t just mark a comeback. It redefines the band—scarred but unshaken, and more inspired than ever.

20 Year Anniversary 
EU/UK Tour 2025
27.11.25 DE – Berlin / Astra Kulturhaus
28.11.25 DE – Hamburg / Fabrik
29.11.25 DE – Dresden / Alter Schlachthof
30.11.25 NL – Tilburg / 013 Poppodium
02.12.25 UK – Manchester / Club Academy
03.12.25 UK – London / O2 Academy Islington
04.12.25 FR – Paris / La Maroquinerie
05.12.25 DE – Stuttgart / LKA Longhorn
06.12.25 CH – Aarau / KiFF
07.12.25 AT – Vienna / Flex
09.12.25 CZ – Prague / MeetFactory
10.12.25 DE – Frankfurt / Zoom
11.12.25 DE – Cologne / Essigfabrik
12.12.25 DE – Münster / Skaters Palace
13.12.25 DE – Saarbrücken / Garage
14.12.25 DE – Munich / Backstage Werk

ADEPT are:          
Robert Ljung – Vocals
Gabriel Hellmark – Drums
Filip Brandelius – Bass 
Gustav Lithammer – Guitar
Kasper Larcombe-Tronstad – Guitar
 
ADEPT online: 
INSTAGRAM
FACEBOOK
WEBSITE
NAPALM RECORDS

Nine years after their last album, Swedish metalcore legends ADEPT are back stronger than ever, unleashing another new single from their long-awaited fifth album, Blood Covenant, out October 24, 2025, via Napalm Records. “Parting Ways” is a cathartic anthem built upon pummeling chugs, and serene, soaring melodies, putting their virtuosic songwriting command on full display. Arriving soon before their next string of European festival appearances at Reload, Summer Breeze Open Air and Rock The Lakes, “Parting Ways” holds no punches, and neither do ADEPT.
 
Formed in the early 2000s in Trosa, Sweden, ADEPT helped shape the early European metalcore landscape, rising to prominence through passionate songwriting, high-octane shows, and raw emotional energy. Following their fiery comeback at Core Fest 2024 and numerous explosive festival performances, the band is now getting fans ready for Blood Covenant, an album sure to be redefining their sound with sharpened aggression, cinematic scope, and lyrical depth.
 
ADEPT about “Parting Ways”:
“‘Parting Ways’ is hard and melodic, blending new elements with the core sound that defines us. It’s a track that allowed us to push our boundaries while staying true to who we are, and we’re genuinely proud of how it turned out. We can’t wait to share it.”

Listen to “Parting Ways” HERE

Drenched in vivid hues of red, Blood Covenant is a raw, unflinching reflection on scars carried, battles fought, and the hunger to feel something genuine. Opening with the intense title track “Blood Covenant”, the album sets a brooding tone that echoes through the record. “Heaven”, drags the listener through a storm of guilt and fast-paced riffs, while the hard-hitting “Define Me” follows with an imposing attitude and snapping aggression, underlining its uncompromising message of self-reclamation. Both tracks are marked by ADEPT’s signature blend of emotional intensity and unrelenting breakdowns. “YOU” dives deep into the emotional wreckage of love lost, with swelling, cathartic guitar leads and honest, bleeding heart lyricism. “Time Is a Destroyer” pulses with urgency and existential dread, unfolding over a haunting acoustic backdrop accented by swelling strings, while “Parting Ways” channels melodic death metal energy, shifting seamlessly between soaring clean vocals and anguished shouts, capturing a moment of vulnerability wrapped in restrained heaviness and reflection. “Filthy Tongue” dives headfirst into brooding industrial terrain, fusing harsh textures and hypnotic rhythms into a raw, relentless beast. Tracks like “Ignore the Sun” lean into darker, more cinematic territory, introducing eerie ambient layers and post-metal textures that enhance the record’s emotional complexity. “The Rapture of Dust”, the album’s closer, collapses the record into a final, sweeping moment of reflection—crushing and beautiful in equal measure.

Order Your Copy of Blood Covenant NOW

Produced by Henrik Udd (Bring Me The Horizon, Architects) together with guitarist Gustav Lithammer and vocalist Robert Ljung at Henrik Udd Recording, the album boasts a sonically expansive and emotionally intimate production. Mixed by Henrik Udd and mastered by Thomas “Plec” Johansson (Soilwork, Dynazty) at The Panic Room, Blood Covenant wields immense weight and clarity without sacrificing any of its raw energy.

Blood Covenant Tracklisting:

1. Blood Covenant
2. Heaven
3. Define Me
4. YOU
5. Parting Ways
6. Filthy Tongue
7. Time Is A Destroyer
8. Battered Skin
9. No Matter The Years
10. Ignore The Sun
11. The Rapture Of Dust

With a legacy spanning two decades, ADEPT are currently crushing stages at massive festivals across Europe like Nova Rock and Summer Breeze Open Air. The Swedish heavyweights indisputably stand at the threshold of their most vital chapter yet. As they prepare to embark on their massive 20-Year Anniversary Tour this winter, Blood Covenant doesn’t just mark a comeback. It redefines the band—scarred but unshaken, and more inspired than ever.

Festivals 2025:
14.08.25 DE – Sulingen / Reload
15.08.25 DE – Dinkelsbühl / Summer Breeze Open Air
16.08.25 CH – Cudrefin / Rock The Lakes
 
20 Year Anniversary 
EU/UK Tour 2025
27.11.25 DE – Berlin / Astra Kulturhaus
28.11.25 DE – Hamburg / Fabrik
29.11.25 DE – Dresden / Alter Schlachthof
30.11.25 NL – Tilburg / 013 Poppodium
02.12.25 UK – Manchester / Club Academy
03.12.25 UK – London / O2 Academy Islington
04.12.25 FR – Paris / La Maroquinerie
05.12.25 DE – Stuttgart / LKA Longhorn
06.12.25 CH – Aarau / KiFF
07.12.25 AT – Vienna / Flex – NEW SHOW
09.12.25 CZ – Prague / MeetFactory
10.12.25 DE – Frankfurt / Zoom
11.12.25 DE – Cologne / Essigfabrik
12.12.25 DE – Münster / Skaters Palace
13.12.25 DE – Saarbrücken / Garage
14.12.25 DE – Munich / Backstage Werk

ADEPT are:          
Robert Ljung – Vocals
Gabriel Hellmark – Drums
Filip Brandelius – Bass 
Gustav Lithammer – Guitar
Kasper Larcombe-Tronstad – Guitar
 
ADEPT online: 
INSTAGRAM
FACEBOOK
WEBSITE
NAPALM RECORDS

This year the summer ended with … ADEPT! Swedish metalcore powerhouse ADEPT rise again, ushering in a fierce new era with their long-awaited fifth studio album, Blood Covenant, out October 24, 2025 via Napalm Records. Marking a bold new era after nearly a decade of silence, Blood Covenant captures the band at their most intense, dynamic, and emotionally resonant to date across eleven tightly crafted tracks.
 
Formed in the early 2000s in Trosa, Sweden, ADEPT helped shape the early European metalcore landscape, rising to prominence through passionate songwriting, high-octane shows, and raw emotional energy. Following their fiery comeback at Core Fest 2024 and numerous explosive festival performances, the band now unveils Blood Covenant, redefining their sound with sharpened aggression, cinematic scope, and lyrical depth.
 
Following “Heaven” and “You”, ADEPT unleash their explosive new single “Ignore The Sun”. The track provides a blistering master class in Gothenburg-style, melodic death metal riffing set against pummeling breakdowns. A mixture of oppressive growls and captivating cleans enhances the catchiness, reminiscent of ADEPT’s early years. “Ignore The Sun” is accompanied by a mesmerizing visualizer, giving fans a taste of the electrifying energy they will let loose all over their upcoming anniversary European tour.
 
ADEPT about “Ignore The Sun”:
“With ‘Ignore the Sun’, we really wanted to capture the full spectrum of what drives us — from relentless, riff-driven speed and that raw Scandinavian metal intensity, to heavy metalcore breakdowns that are made to fuel the pit. But it’s not just about power; there’s also this epic sense of grandeur and a lot of raw emotion behind it. The lyrics are deeply personal and hit hard, designed to connect with listeners on a real level, just like the music.”

Drenched in vivid hues of red, Blood Covenant is a raw, unflinching reflection on scars carried, battles fought, and a hunger for authenticity, in spite of a world so rife with insincerity. Opening with the intense title track “Blood Covenant”, the album sets a brooding tone that echoes through the record. “Heaven”, drags the listener through a guilt ridden storm of thunderous, fast-paced riffs, while the hard-hitting “Define Me” follows with an imposing attitude and snapping aggression, underlining its uncompromising message of self-reclamation. Both tracks are marked by ADEPT’s signature blend of emotional intensity and unrelenting breakdowns. “YOU” dives deep into the emotional wreckage of love lost, with swelling, cathartic guitar leads and honest, bleeding heart lyricism. “Time Is a Destroyer” pulses with urgency and existential dread, unfolding over a haunting acoustic backdrop accented by swelling strings, while “Parting Ways” lean into darker, more cinematic territory, introducing eerie ambient layers and post-metal textures that capture a moment of vulnerability wrapped in restrained heaviness and reflection. “Filthy Tongue” dives headfirst into brooding industrial terrain, fusing harsh textures and hypnotic rhythms into a raw, relentless beast.  Tracks like “Ignore the Sun” channels melodic death metal energy, leveraging deliciously melodic shredding to increase the impact of its tectonic breakdowns. “The Rapture of Dust”, the album’s closer, collapses the record into a final, sweeping moment of reflection—crushing and beautiful in equal measure.

Order Your Copy of Blood Covenant NOW

Produced by Henrik Udd (Bring Me The Horizon, Architects) together with guitarist Gustav Lithammer and vocalist Robert Ljung at Henrik Udd Recording, the album boasts a sonically expansive and emotionally intimate production. Mixed by Henrik Udd and mastered by Thomas “Plec” Johansson (Soilwork, Dynazty) at The Panic Room, Blood Covenant wields immense weight and clarity without sacrificing any of its raw energy.

Blood Covenant Tracklisting:

1. Blood Covenant
2. Heaven
3. Define Me
4. YOU
5. Parting Ways
6. Filthy Tongue
7. Time Is A Destroyer
8. Battered Skin
9. No Matter The Years
10. Ignore The Sun
11. The Rapture Of Dust

With a legacy spanning two decades, ADEPT are currently crushing stages at massive festivals across Europe like Nova Rock and Summer Breeze Open Air. The Swedish heavyweights indisputably stand at the threshold of their most vital chapter yet. As they prepare to embark on their massive 20-Year Anniversary Tour this winter, Blood Covenant doesn’t just mark a comeback. It redefines the band—scarred but unshaken, and more inspired than ever.

Festivals 2025:
15.08.25 DE – Dinkelsbühl / Summer Breeze Open Air
16.08.25 CH – Cudrefin / Rock The Lakes
 
20 Year Anniversary
EU/UK Tour 2025
27.11.25 DE – Berlin / Astra Kulturhaus
28.11.25 DE – Hamburg / Fabrik
29.11.25 DE – Dresden / Alter Schlachthof
30.11.25 NL – Tilburg / 013 Poppodium
02.12.25 UK – Manchester / Club Academy
03.12.25 UK – London / O2 Academy Islington
04.12.25 FR – Paris / La Maroquinerie
05.12.25 DE – Stuttgart / LKA Longhorn
06.12.25 CH – Aarau / KiFF
07.12.25 AT – Vienna / Flex – NEW SHOW
09.12.25 CZ – Prague / MeetFactory
10.12.25 DE – Frankfurt / Zoom
11.12.25 DE – Cologne / Essigfabrik
12.12.25 DE – Münster / Skaters Palace
13.12.25 DE – Saarbrücken / Garage
14.12.25 DE – Munich / Backstage Werk

ADEPT are:
Robert Ljung – Vocals
Gabriel Hellmark – Drums
Filip Brandelius – Bass 
Gustav Lithammer – Guitar
Kasper Larcombe-Tronstad – Guitar
 
ADEPT online:
INSTAGRAM
FACEBOOK
WEBSITE
NAPALM RECORDS

Swedish metalcore heavyweights ADEPT continue their triumphant return unleashing the heartfelt and groovy hook-laden new anthem “YOU” alongside an official music video. Following the release of their crushing comeback single “Heaven”, which marked their first new music in nearly nine years, “YOU” dives deep into the emotional wreckage of love lost, with swelling, cathartic guitar leads and honest, bleeding heart lyricism. 

The band first re-emerged in 2024 with a breathtaking live appearance at Core Fest in Stuttgart, Germany, igniting the stage, and thrilling fans with a powerful display of fury and fire. Now with two new singles under their comeback belt, ADEPT has their foot on the gas, and show no signs of slowing.

This new visual arrives on the heels of ADEPT’s recent announcement of their “20 Year Anniversary Tour”, marking two decades of explosive live shows and heavy-hitting anthems. The tour features an extensive run across major cities in Europe and the UK, kicking off in Berlin, Germany on November 27. Tickets are on sale now, so grab yours before they’re gone!

Watch the official music video for “YOU” below, and don’t miss this chance to experience ADEPT live.

Vocalist Robert Ljung about “YOU”:
“‘YOU’ is a classic breakup song built around the lingering ‘what if’ – a reflection on love, loss, and how time eventually swallows everything. It’s probably our most accessible track so far, combining a catchy topline with heavy riffs in a way that still feels true to our sound. We had a lot of fun experimenting with new elements on this one, and we’re incredibly proud of how it turned out.”

Originally formed in the early 2000s in Trosa, Sweden, ADEPT played a pivotal role in shaping the early European metalcore landscape. Known for their explosive live energy, the band quickly rose through the ranks, earning international acclaim and touring alongside genre giants like A Day To Remember, Underoath, and Bring Me The Horizon. Now entering a bold new chapter, the band stands ready to once again leave their mark on the global metalcore scene.

“YOU” is streaming on All Platforms, Check it out HERE

With their fierce blend of aggression and melody, ADEPT return with an infectiously emotional sound. The band quickly gained recognition and headlined multiple international tours across Europe, Asia and also performed at festivals like Metaltown and Sonisphere, where they opened for Metallica.
 
With several massive festival appearances across Europe, new music on the horizon, and the celebration of their 20th anniversary, 2025 marks the beginning of an electrifying new chapter for ADEPT. This is only just the beginning!

Festivals 2025:
14.06.25 AT – Nickelsdorf / Nova Rock
15.06.25 CZ – Hradec Králové / Rock For People
26.06.25 SE – Stockholm / Broken Summer Fest
15.08.25 DE – Dinkelsbühl / Summer Breeze Open
16.08.25 CH – Cudrefin / Rock The Lakes
 
20 Year Anniversary
EU/UK Tour 2025
27.11.25 DE – Berlin / Astra Kulturhaus
28.11.25 DE – Hamburg / Fabrik
29.11.25 DE – Dresden / Alter Schlachthof
30.11.25 NL – Tilburg / 013 Poppodium
02.12.25 UK – Manchester / Club Academy
03.12.25 UK – London / O2 Academy Islington
04.12.25 FR – Paris / La Maroquinerie
05.12.25 DE – Stuttgart / LKA Longhorn
06.12.25 CH – Aarau / KiFF
07.12.25 AT – Vienna / Flex – NEW SHOW
09.12.25 CZ – Prague / MeetFactory
10.12.25 DE – Frankfurt / Zoom
11.12.25 DE – Cologne / Essigfabrik
12.12.25 DE – Münster / Skaters Palace
13.12.25 DE – Saarbrücken / Garage
14.12.25 DE – Munich / Backstage Werk

ADEPT is:         
Robert Ljung – Vocals
Gabriel Hellmark – Drums
Filip Brandelius – Bass
Gustav Lithammer – Guitar
Kasper Larcombe-Tronstad – Guitar
 
ADEPT online:             
INSTAGRAM
FACEBOOK
WEBSITE
NAPALM RECORDS

Swedish metalcore trailblazers ADEPT are back—and louder than ever! After nearly nine years of silence, the band mark their long awaited return today with the pummeling and appropriately titled new single, “Heaven”.

Formed in the early 2000s in Trosa, Sweden, ADEPT helped shape the European metalcore scene during its formative years, quickly gaining recognition for their high-octane live shows. The band soon embarked on international headlining tours and shared stages with genre heavyweights like A Day To Remember, Underoath, and Bring Me The Horizon. First re-emerging onto the scene in 2024 with a standout live appearance at Core Fest in Stuttgart, DE, the band ignited a pervasive wave of anticipation among longtime fans. Now, with a new era underway, ADEPT are poised to make a thunderous impact on metalcore’s global stage.

Today, ADEPT unveils their powerful new single “Heaven”— a raw and cathartic exploration of guilt, loss, and being relentlessly pursued by personal demons. Driven by fast-paced riffs, somber melodies, and crowned by a crushing breakdown, the track seamlessly weaves between piercing growls and soaring clean vocals for a dynamically intense listen. The track arrives accompanied by a cinematic official music video, using striking visuals and a modern aesthetic that captures the song’s emotional weight. Stay tuned for more exciting news coming soon!

Vocalist Robert Ljung on the new single:
“‘Heaven’ is a dark and emotional song about carrying old scars into the present and learning how to face them. It’s built around heavy riffs, a massive chorus, and a lot of raw emotion. Lyrically, it’s about holding on to unresolved parts of your past but also about finding the strength to face them and move forward.”

“Heaven” was produced and mixed by renowned producer Henrik Udd (Architects, Bring Me the Horizon, At the Gates), and recorded by ADEPT’s own Gustav Lithammer (guitar/producer) and Robert Ljung (vocals). Mastering was handled by Thomas “Plec” Johansson (Soilwork, Opeth, Scar Symmetry) at Panic Room Studios, adding the final layer of sonic precision. The result is a track that captures the raw essence of ADEPT—honest, intense, and unmistakably heavy.

“Heaven” Will Be Streaming on All Platforms Tomorrow, Tuesday, May 13^th, Check it out HERE

With their fierce blend of aggression and melody, ADEPT return with an infectiously emotional sound. The band quickly gained recognition and headlined multiple international tours across Europe, Asia and also performed at festivals like Metaltown and Sonisphere, where they opened for Metallica.
 
With major festival appearances across Europe and new music on the horizon, 2025 marks the beginning of an exciting new era! Make sure you don’t miss ADEPT live to celebrate this glorious comeback!

14.06.25 AT – Nickelsdorf / Nova Rock
15.06.25 CZ – Hradec Králové / Rock For People
26.06.25 SE – Stockholm / Broken Summer Fest
15.08.25 DE – Dinkelsbühl / Summer Breeze Open
16.08.25 CH – Cudrefin / Rock The Lakes

ADEPT is:         
Robert Ljung – Vocals
Gabriel Hellmark – Drums
Filip Brandelius – Bass
Gustav Lithammer – Guitar
Kasper Larcombe-Tronstad – Guitar
 
ADEPT online:           
INSTAGRAM
FACEBOOK
WEBSITE
NAPALM RECORDS