NEW
SINGLE / MUSIC VIDEO "DEUS REX" OUT NOW! [2026.05.29]
Swedish symphonic metal act
ZORNHEYM has released the second single and music video, "Deus
Rex", taken from their upcoming studio album "Descending Into
Madness", which is set for release on October 2, 2026 via Noble
Demon Records.
The band comments: "Inmates, The day has finally arrived. "Deus
Rex" is out now!
The opening track from our upcoming album “Descending Into Madness” is now
available on all major streaming platforms.
Stream it, add it to your playlists, and share it with your friends. Every
listen, share, and playlist addition helps us spread the word and reach new
listeners."
Zorn comments: “We knew we wanted a fast, heavy-hitting epic as the opener for
"Descending Into Madness", says mastermind Zorn. “The first
idea that came to mind was an unreleased Devian song that was originally
written for the third album. So this track is co-written with Emil
Dragutinovic (ex-Marduk, ex-DEVIAN, ex-The Legion). It
started from his original idea, blended with some of mine. We kept the core
spirit of it but fully ‘Zornheymified’ the song - I wrote new parts, and
Scucca added the choir break. The result absolutely rips.” He continues: “From a story perspective, this song serves as the
prologue to the entire prequel. It takes us back to a time when the asylum
functioned as a field hospital during the Thirty Years’ War, and to the dreadful
night when a group of deserters were brutally executed by the shores of Sêlasee
(the lake near the asylum) and hanged from the old oak. It also briefly touches
on the period when the place served as a sanatorium for the dying.”
What do you think of the song? Let us know in the comments and welcome back to
Zornheim."
PRE-ORDER NOW:
Pre-order Blue Marbled Vinyl, special limited CD Digipak and the Zornheym
Book"The Zornheim Archives" here:
https://music.nobledemon.com/madness
Marking the band’s third full-length release, "Descending Into Madness"
serves as a prequel to the dark and intricate story surrounding the asylum "Zornheim",
its inmates and their doctors - where it is never quite clear who is truly
insane.
Tracklist: 01. Prologue: From the Depths of Sêlasee 02.Deus Rex 03. Somewhere
Far Beyond 04. Deep Below 05. Anneliese 06. Alone in the Dark 07. Gallow’s Oak 08. The Funeral March 09. Descending 10. Come Sweet Death 11. The Foreboding (CD Bonus Track) 12.
None For All(CD Bonus Track)
Recorded, mixed & mastered at Wing Studios
Produced by:Sverker Widgren/Zorn
"Descending Into Madness" will be coming out on October 2 via Noble
Demon Records and is now available for pre-order at this location:
https://music.nobledemon.com/madness . The album will be available in a
variety of exclusive formats, including colored marbled vinyl, a limited
Collector's Edition CD, a Digipak and an A5 book.
ZORNHEYM are: Zorn - Guitars
Scucca - Guitars and Backing Vocals
Bendler- Vocals
Qual -
Drums
MORE ABOUT ZORNHEYM:
ZORNHEYM was founded in Stockholm, Sweden, as an ambitious vision by its
creator, multi-instrumentalist and songwriter Zorn (ex-Dark Funeral),
with the goal of realizing his interpretation of the ultimate concept band - a
complete fusion of music, narrative, and visual storytelling. Since its
inception, the band has set out to redefine the traditional "metal meets
symphony" approach, developing a sound that blends cinematic orchestration
with a powerful heavy metal backbone and strong influences from melodic death
metal, all driven by a distinct sense for epic, memorable melodies.
At the core of
ZORNHEYM lies a dark and expanding narrative universe. Each album
unfolds within the walls of the mental asylum Zornheim - a place shrouded
in mystery, madness, and horror - where the institution itself becomes the
central character. Across releases, the band explores different eras of its
sinister history through layered storytelling, recurring themes, and hidden
connections. This concept was introduced on their debut album "Where Hatred
Dwells and Darkness Reigns" (2017) and further expanded on the critically
acclaimed "The Zornheim Sleep Experiment" (2021), followed by the
acoustic EP "The Forgotten Inmates" (2023), which completed the first
chapter of the asylum’s story.
ZORNHEYM’s artistic vision extends far beyond music. Their albums are
accompanied by detailed visual concepts and graphic novels, bringing the asylum
and its inmates to life in another dimension, while their music videos are
produced as short films that further immerse the audience in the band’s
universe.
On stage,
ZORNHEYM transforms into a theatrical experience led by frontman
Bendler, whose commanding presence draws the audience deep into the asylum’s
grip. On special occasions, actors become part of the performance, elevating the
show beyond a traditional concert into a dark and immersive spectacle.
NEW
SINGLE / MUSIC VIDEO "SOMEWHERE FAR BEYOND" OUT NOW! [2026.04.17]
Swedish symphonic metal act
ZORNHEYM has released the first single and music video, "Somewhere
Far Beyond", taken from their upcoming studio album "Descending Into
Madness", which is set for release on October 2, 2026 via Noble
Demon Records.
PRE-ORDER NOW:
Pre-order Blue Marbled Vinyl, special limited CD Digipak and the Zornheym
Book"The Zornheim Archives" here:
https://music.nobledemon.com/madness
Marking the band’s third full-length release, "Descending Into Madness"
serves as a prequel to the dark and intricate story surrounding the asylum "Zornheim",
its inmates and their doctors - where it is never quite clear who is truly
insane.
"In an era obsessed with speed and instant results, we chose substance over
shortcuts. This album was forged over years of relentless writing, arranging and
refining. Every decision mattered. Every layer was earned. Nothing was rushed,
nothing was accidental: until the vision stood complete,"the band
comments."'Somewhere Far Beyond' is the first glimpse into this
new chapter: a prequel that takes us back to the moment when Dr. Bettelheim
first arrives at Zornheim, long before the madness fully unfolds. The
track captures the epic choral power that defines the album, pushing our sound
further than ever, with every member delivering at their absolute peak."
Tracklist: 01. Prologue: From the Depths of Sêlasee 02. Deus Rex 03. Somewhere
Far Beyond 04. Deep Below 05. Anneliese 06. Alone in the Dark 07. Gallow’s Oak 08. The Funeral March 09. Descending 10. Come Sweet Death 11. The Foreboding (CD Bonus Track) 12.
None For All(CD Bonus Track)
Recorded, mixed & mastered at Wing Studios
Produced by:Sverker Widgren/Zorn
"Descending Into Madness" will be coming out on October 2 via Noble
Demon Records and is now available for pre-order at this location:
https://music.nobledemon.com/madness . The album will be available in a
variety of exclusive formats, including colored marbled vinyl, a limited
Collector's Edition CD, a Digipak and an A5 book.
ZORNHEYM are: Zorn - Guitars
Scucca - Guitars and Backing Vocals
Bendler- Vocals
Qual -
Drums
MORE ABOUT ZORNHEYM:
ZORNHEYM was founded in Stockholm, Sweden, as an ambitious vision by its
creator, multi-instrumentalist and songwriter Zorn (ex-Dark Funeral),
with the goal of realizing his interpretation of the ultimate concept band - a
complete fusion of music, narrative, and visual storytelling. Since its
inception, the band has set out to redefine the traditional "metal meets
symphony" approach, developing a sound that blends cinematic orchestration
with a powerful heavy metal backbone and strong influences from melodic death
metal, all driven by a distinct sense for epic, memorable melodies.
At the core of
ZORNHEYM lies a dark and expanding narrative universe. Each album
unfolds within the walls of the mental asylum Zornheim - a place shrouded
in mystery, madness, and horror - where the institution itself becomes the
central character. Across releases, the band explores different eras of its
sinister history through layered storytelling, recurring themes, and hidden
connections. This concept was introduced on their debut album "Where Hatred
Dwells and Darkness Reigns" (2017) and further expanded on the critically
acclaimed "The Zornheim Sleep Experiment" (2021), followed by the
acoustic EP "The Forgotten Inmates" (2023), which completed the first
chapter of the asylum’s story.
ZORNHEYM’s artistic vision extends far beyond music. Their albums are
accompanied by detailed visual concepts and graphic novels, bringing the asylum
and its inmates to life in another dimension, while their music videos are
produced as short films that further immerse the audience in the band’s
universe.
On stage,
ZORNHEYM transforms into a theatrical experience led by frontman
Bendler, whose commanding presence draws the audience deep into the asylum’s
grip. On special occasions, actors become part of the performance, elevating the
show beyond a traditional concert into a dark and immersive spectacle.
As
ZORNHEYM embark on the next chapter in their musical journey in
2024, introducing a new drummer and releasing the anthemic single "None for
All" they continue to push boundaries and deliver an electrifying live
experience. The band's commitment to their fans and the immersive world they
have created is evident in their music and performances, promising an
unforgettable experience for all who dare to enter the twisted realm of
ZORNHEYM .
"The Zornheim Sleep Experiment" Tracklist: 01. Corpus Vile 02. An Evil Within 03. Dead Silence 04. Keep The
Devil Away 05.Slumber Comes In Time 06. Black Nine 07. The Veiling Of Bettelheims Eye 08. The Revelation 09. Keep Cutting 10. The Madness That Lurks Within (Epilogue)
With ten new tracks of powerful, cinematic and mesmerizing symphonic extreme
metal, "The Zornheim Sleep Experiment" is a musical as well as dramatic
and storytelling work of art that revolves around the horrors of a mental
institution and its prisoners. Once again,
ZORNHEYM create their very own wall of sound by using a real choir and a
string quartet and bring the album's story to life in a graphic novel that
accompanies and expands upon the stories behind the record. So get lost in the
world of
ZORNHEYM and join the band on their distracting journey straight into
the depths of the asylum!
ZORNHEYM - ANNOUNCE THE NEW
DRUMMER QUAL! [2024.05.15]
Sweden's symphonic extreme metallers
ZORNHEYM have just announced that they parted ways with drummer
Joakim Steven and announced their new drummer Qual!
The band comments "Joakim Steven has been very busy performing
live with “Ghostkid” for the last few years, and with our new album in
the works and several gigs in the future we are saddened to face the reality
that Steve needs to be released from the asylum so he can focus on
“Ghost Kid”. If you are into Steve’s playing then fear not since he
has recorded all the drum parts for the next, as yet untitled, Zornheym
opus 3. There is no bad blood between Steve and Zornheym, but
unfortunately there simply is not enough time and too many conflicting schedules
for both bands to share him."
Steve comments: "Zornheym has been a big part of my life ever
since I joined in 2017. We have been through alot and the memories we share will
forever live in my heart. Being part of this project has been an honour and
we’ve grown together as people and as artists.
I wish all the best for the band and I still believe in it, and I’m super
excited to show you the new album as it will be the best one yet. So stay tuned
and be ready for the gates to open once again… Long live Zornheym!"
Let us introduce you to the new drummer of
ZORNHEYMKim Arnell aka, Qual! Hailing from Linköping
where he has played in bands like Prime Creation, Morifade and
Nephenzy.
Qual comments:”I‘m extremely happy and proud to be a part of
Zornheym and their crazy world.
I have always been a fan of their cool mix of extreme metal, symphonic elements,
good songwriting, and Bendler’s fantastic voice.
And of course the whole Zornheym concept.
I’d like to say a huge thanks to Zorn, Bendler, and Scucca for
believing in me and taking me on this journey. And to all inmates of Zornheym,
see you at the shows"
Zorn comments:“It felt natural with Qual right from the
start! Filling the drum throne after both Angst and Steve is not
an easy thing but he does a great job.”
First show with Qual will be at METAL
THEATRE FESTIVAL 2024 in Kalmar, Sweden on the 5-6 of July.
"The Zornheim Sleep Experiment" Tracklist: 01. Corpus Vile 02. An Evil Within 03. Dead Silence 04. Keep The
Devil Away 05.Slumber Comes In Time 06. Black Nine 07. The Veiling Of Bettelheims Eye 08. The Revelation 09. Keep Cutting 10. The Madness That Lurks Within (Epilogue)
With ten new tracks of powerful, cinematic and mesmerizing symphonic extreme
metal, "The Zornheim Sleep Experiment" is a musical as well as dramatic
and storytelling work of art that revolves around the horrors of a mental
institution and its prisoners. Once again,
ZORNHEYM create their very own wall of sound by using a real choir and a
string quartet and bring the album's story to life in a graphic novel that
accompanies and expands upon the stories behind the record. So get lost in the
world of
ZORNHEYM and join the band on their distracting journey straight into
the depths of the asylum!
