Soen rocked the stage at Zorlu PSM Turkcell Sahnesi on September 3rd, delivering an amazing musical experience for their fans. The Swedish progressive metal band played songs from their latest album, Atlantis, which features re-recorded tracks from their earlier albums with an 8-piece orchestra and backing vocals.

Let’s talk about the concert. Even before it started, people were gathering early, buzzing with excitement. The atmosphere was electric even before the first note was played. I had a feeling it was going to be a great show, and by the end, I was completely satisfied.

Even though we were seated and I was towards the back, I had a clear view of the stage. Aside from a minor technical glitch, the concert was flawless.

Having experienced Soen’s fantastic live shows before, this time was something special. They were joined on stage by a quartet and backing vocalist Diana Kantner, whose vocals added a unique touch to the songs. The concert kicked off with “Antagonist” and quickly moved through tracks from the Atlantis album. Along with the Atlantis setlist, the band surprised us with Pink Floyd’s “Wish You Were Here” and “Hey You,” creating some memorable moments. The band maintained constant interaction with the audience, making us stand up, dance, and wave our flashlights in sync with the music.

Turkey, being the top country for Soen on Spotify, has a large fan base. The concert sold out hours before the event, and it was an absolute blast. Everyone leaving the concert had smiles of satisfaction. This was Soen’s third concert in Istanbul, and they hinted at returning to Turkey soon with their new album.

Ezgi Özdoğru