Electronic Press Kit

About the Band

Genre: Metalcore / Post-Hardcore

Origin: Stockholm, Sweden

Years Active: 2015 – Present

Awake The Dreamer delivers a dynamic blend of atmospheric metalcore with emotionally raw lyrics and soaring melodies. Known for their captivating live shows and genre-bending sound, the Stockholm-based four-piece has earned a global following, toured extensively across Europe and Asia, and shared stages with some of the most influential acts in the scene. With millions of streams and two powerful records behind them, the band is now entering a new era — heavier, more honest, and more driven than ever.

Lineup

• Max Andren – Vocals

Max channels visceral emotion and melodic range, blending intensity with vulnerability in every performance.

• Erik Eghammar – Guitar

Erik crafts the band’s signature riffs and ambient layers, balancing heavy rhythm with cinematic atmosphere.

• Emil Gustavsson – Bass

Emil brings deep groove and punch, locking in the band’s low end with precision and stage presence.

• Joel Enrique Felix – Drums

Joel drives the heartbeat of the band with technical finesse and explosive energy behind the kit.

Discography

Damaged Souls

Release Date: September 20, 2019

Label: Arising Empire

Streaming: Listen on Spotify

Album Art: View Artwork

Debut full-length that introduced Awake The Dreamer’s emotionally driven, melody-infused metalcore. Featuring collaborations with Ryo Kinoshita (Crystal Lake) and Robert Ljung (Adept), the album was a breakout moment for the band.

Holocene

Release Date: August 25, 2024

Label: Arising Empire

Streaming: Listen on Spotify

Album Art: View Artwork

A bold leap in both sound and songwriting, Holocene explores themes of isolation, transformation, and human fragility. Combining ambient soundscapes, crushing breakdowns, and massive hooks, this record marks a turning point for the band’s sonic identity.

Press Quotes:

“A massive leap forward — Holocene is Awake The Dreamer at their most honest and unrelenting.” — ItDjents

“Equal parts ethereal and devastating.” — Metal Noise

New Album (TBA)

Release Date: Fall 2025

Label: Arising Empire

Streaming: Coming soon

Album Art: Coming soon

Currently in production, the upcoming third full-length sees Awake The Dreamer pushing boundaries further than ever. The record expands their sonic world with metalcore, electronic, and cinematic textures — all while staying rooted in raw emotion and riff-driven intensity.

🡲 First Single Release Date: TBA

🡲 Teaser Video / Music Video: TBA

Notable Performances

• MoreCore Festival (Germany)

• True North Festival (Japan)

• MIDI Festival (China)

• High 5ive Summer Fest (Sweden)

• Headline Tours: China, Europe, UK, Scandinavia

• Support Tours: Crystal Lake, Northlane, Adept, Ice Nine Kills

Press Highlights

“Awake The Dreamer strike the perfect balance between brutality and beauty.”

— Rock Sound