Norwegian progressive rockers Sykofant stream new three-track EP »Red Sun«; out now via Sycophantastic Records!
Oslo, Norway based progressive rockers Sykofant are back with their new three-track EP, »Red Sun«, which was just released on March 20th, 2025 via Sycophantastic Records.
Listen to »Red Sun« EP on all major streaming platforms!
Tracklist:
01. Ashes
02. Red Sun
03. Embers
Following the success of their acclaimed 2024 debut album, Sykofant proudly unveils their next musical chapter. The EP »Red Sun« will be released on March 20, and marks a bold evolution in the band’s sound and storytelling. This release dives deeper into the concept and sonic universe first introduced on their debut album, exploring and expanding upon its evocative desert themes. While shorter in length, »Red Sun« delivers the same depth and intricacy that listeners have come to expect from Sykofant, featuring layered compositions, complex rhythms, and expressive melodies.
The EP is the first of two interconnected releases, both thematically and musically, with the second set to arrive later in 2025. Together, these twin EPs will form a cohesive album, which will be available in physical formats (vinyl and CD). This ambitious project is sure to be a must-have for both collectors and fans alike.
Photo by Thomas Moe Ellefsrud
Prepare for an experience where raw emotion meets bold musical experimentation, blending unconventional time signatures, innovative instrument layering, and genre-defying transitions. Spanning 23 minutes across three new tracks, »Red Sun« highlights Sykofant’s ability to fuse progressive rock with diverse influences, crafting an atmospheric soundscape that feels both familiar and fresh. The EP is marked by adventurous storytelling, intricate arrangements, and a fluid exploration of genres, rooted in progressive rock but reaching into cinematic, jazz-inspired, and even metal territories.
About Sykofant:
Sykofant is a progressive rock band from Oslo, Norway, consisting of Emil Moen (guitar, vocals), Melvin Treider (drums), Per Semb (guitar), and Sindre Haugen (bass).
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