Stockholm post-punk trio Then Comes Silence presents ‘Remaker Redeemer’, the second single from their forthcoming ‘Requiem Ballroom’ album, due in November via Metropolis Records. The music video, filmed by Damon Zurawski of Future Legends Films, captures the song perfectly, descending into the space between death and rebirth, where the final journey into darkness becomes a passage toward transformation, renewal and the possibility of another world.
Then Comes Silence has also just launched their European tour, which runs throughout September and October, bringing them to venues and like-minded music lovers in Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, France, Italy and Czech Republic, before returning home to Sweden for the final show on this leg.
A tightly focused trio since 2022, Then Comes Silence was formed in 2012 by vocalist-bassist Alex Svenson in 2012. Drummer Jonas Fransson and guitarist Hugo Zombie, round out the band in its most direct, powerful and uncompromising form. One of the leading names on today’s goth, post-punk and darkwave scene, they are driven by a fascination with horror, the occult and the raw intensity of underground music, having forged a distinctive sound and a devoted international following.
The ‘Requiem Ballroom’ album itself is divided into two parts: ‘Ballroom’ was mixed by Jon Bordon (Nicole Sabouné, Melody Club, The Exploding Boy) and the ‘Requiem’ half was mixed by Tom van Heesch (Rammstein, Apocalyptica, Backyard Babies). Svante Forsbäck / Chartmakers (Rammstein, Amaranthe, Ville Valo, The Rasmus, Apocalyptica) assumed mastering duties.
“‘Remaker Redeemer’ introduces the second part of the album ‘Requiem Ballroom’. It’s about new life, and being reborn with the old sins washed away. A kind of cleansing, a fresh start, and the feeling of beginning again. The choice of instruments and sound on this track is a way to explore something different this time,” says Alex Svenson.
“Death is generally regarded, across many cultures, as the final blackout where nothing follows. Yet in another sense, death can also serve as a metaphor for change and transformation. To take the next step, change is inevitable.”
Then Comes Silence earlier released ‘Judgement Day’, a driving anthem that embraces failure, reckless choices and the thrill of living without regrets, embracing a final celebration before the inevitable reckoning. The vivid behind-the-scenes documentary by Marzipan Moonlight offers a glimpse into the video’s creation and the thriving spirit of Stockholm’s goth community.
With the German post-punk scene their second home, Then Comes Silence has toured relentlessly for years. Continually expanding their geographic reach, they have cemented their reputation as one of the scene’s hardest working bands. With several releases through Metropolis Records, they have further strengthening their international presence. Their impending eighth album follows ‘Trickery’ (2024) and ‘Hunger’ (2022), jointly released by Metropolis and Nexilis Records / Schubert Music.
With dark atmospheres, driving rhythms, razor-sharp hooks and explosive performances, Then Comes Silence continue to push forward. They have earned their place at the forefront of the modern gothic rock and post-punk movement, proving themselves to be a vital contemporary live acts with frequent touring across North America, Latin America and Europe.
Then Comes Silence have shared the stage with acts such as The Fields of the Nephilim, Clan of Xymox, The Chameleons, A Place To Bury Strangers, Pink Turns Blue and The Bellwether Syndicate, while appearing at many of Europe’s premier alternative festivals, including M’era Luna, Wave-Gotik-Treffen, Amphi Festival, Castle Party, Tomorrow’s Ghosts Festival and W-Festival.
On September 11, ‘Remaker Redeemer’ is out everywhere, including Apple Music, Spotify and Bandcamp, where their latest ‘Trickery’ album is available on vinyl and CD. The ‘Requiem Ballroom” album will be released on November 20. Concert tickets can be obtained at https://linktr.ee/tcsontour
ALBUM CREDITS
Lyrics & Music written by Alex Svenson
Alex Svenson – vocals, bass and synthezisers
Jonas Fransson – drums
Hugo Zombie – guitars
Johan Lange (Agent Side Grinder) – synthesizer on Track 12
Produced by Alex Svenson
Recorded by Jörgen Wall and Tom van Heesch
‘Ballroom’ half mixed by Jon Bordon (Nicole Sabouné, Melody Club, The Exploding Boy)
‘Requiem’ half mixed by Tom van Heesch (Rammstein, Backyard Babies, Apocalyptica)
Mastered by Svante Forsbäck
Cover artwork by D.K. Griftegaard & Jonas Fransson
Released by Metropolis Records
Videos by Damon Zurawski at Future Legends Films
Mascots: Bengii, Lord of All Possible Pain and Mischief, El Pseudo & Johnny Nattsjö as Nebelmeer
Dancers: Jeff, Marisa, Mathias, Friðr, Grimm, Moa, Niklas & Elisabeth
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR
LIVE DATES
SEP. 11 – Glain, Belgium @ Deux Ours
SEP. 12 – Rotterdam-Albrandswaard, Netherlands @ Baroeg Open Air 2026
SEP. 13 – Rennes, France @ Brewklyn
SEP. 14 – Paris, France @ Le Chinois
SEP. 15 – Rezé, France @ Cold Crash
SEP. 16 – Lyon, France @ Rock N’Eat
SEP. 17 – Marseille, France @ Le Molotov
SEP. 18 – Torino, Italy @ Ziggy Club
SEP. 19 – Castelfranco Veneto, Italy @ Sale Improve
SEP. 20 – Hlavní Město Praha, Czechia @ Subzero
OCT. 24 – Stockholm, Sweden @ Kollektivet Livet