Even In Arcadia is the fourth studio album by English rock band Sleep Token, was released on May 9, 2025, under RCA Records . This marks their first collaboration with the label. Produced by Carl Bown, the album features a saxophone performance by Gabi Rose on its second track . The band employed an unconventional marketing strategy, including cryptic messages and collaborations with North Carolina meteorologist Chris Michaels, who teased the single "Caramel" through his weather segments.
While Sleep Token's frontman, known as Vessel, maintains an enigmatic presence and rarely provides direct commentary, a press release described the album as continuing "the unfolding journey, where Sleep Token further intertwines the boundaries of sound and emotion, dissolving into something otherworldly".
The album delves into themes of mortality and the impermanence of paradise, drawing inspiration from the Latin phrase "Et in Arcadia ego," which suggests that even in idyllic settings, death is present . Musically, the album blends genres, incorporating elements of hip-hop, metal, and atmospheric soundscapes. The lead single, "Emergence," showcases this fusion, culminating in a saxophone solo.
Critics have praised the album for its genre-defying sound and emotional depth. Kerrang! highlighted "Emergence" as a dynamic track that transitions from somber piano melodies to intense riffs, emphasizing its haunting vocals.
Commercially, the album's second single, "Caramel," achieved significant success, reaching the top 10 in the UK and entering the top 40 in the US . To promote the album, Sleep Token announced a 17-city U.S. arena tour, set to commence in September 2025 . Additionally, the band is scheduled to headline the Download Festival in the UK on June 13, 2025.
