REVOE

REVOE is a progressive band from Ostrołęka, Poland, boldly combining the power of heavy metal with a broad spectrum of musical inspirations. The band has been active continuously since 2014 – initially under the name KARRAKAN – consistently refining its own musical language and attention to detail. Their last concert as KARRAKAN, combined with the album’s release and official name change, took place on January 17, 2026.

The new name, an acronym for the band’s debut album, “Revolution of Essence“, symbolizes a transformation of essence and a paradigm shift – understood by the musicians as the highest form of intellectual development. It is also a manifestation of the creative passion, patient composing, and meticulous attention to detail that are the band’s hallmarks.

REVOE‘s debut album is a sprawling, multi-layered musical narrative, drawing inspiration from Dream Theater, Tool, Metallica, Iron Maiden, Kat, and King Diamond, as well as bold explorations into Celtic folk, jazz, and classic rock, inspired by Queen, Led Zeppelin, and Deep Purple. The album contains 14 tracks, including three instrumental compositions, and was recorded in the band’s private studio. Mariusz Mierzejewski (Rock Wizja Studio) handled the mixing and mastering.

The material is distinguished by its diversity: from heavy metal and hard rock to a fully folk-infused piece featuring acoustic guitars, hurdy-gurdy, nyckelharpa, flutes, mystical drums, and a choir. The lyrics – in both English and Polish – draw on the poetry of Edgar Allan Poe and Alfred Sierzputowski. The sound is selective yet organic: metal guitars with a distinct midrange, natural garage drums, and strong, melodic vocals, often harmonized, occasionally broken up by screams or growls. This is an album for listeners who enjoy returning to the songs again and again, discovering new nuances each time.

The visuals have also been meticulously crafted. The cover (a photo created using space scanning technology) – without the use of AI – was designed by Krzysztof Głażewski, a professional visual artist known for his work with the band Batushka. The album is accompanied by a 16-page booklet containing only lyrics and key information, and its focal point is a wide photo of the band – the perfect place to collect autographs.

“Listening to it in the car, the catchy melodies and rhythms, along with the genre-spanning variety of the songs, will allow you to focus on the here and now while simultaneously relaxing during the drive,” the band comment.

The debut album “Revolution of Essence” was promoted with three singles (“War Against Zero“, “Traktat serdeczny“, “Średniowieczne kino“) for which video clips were created.

The album can be listened to on streaming platforms (link here) and purchased in a physical version on CD directly from the band via Bandcamp (link here).

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