NEVBORN
Progressive post-metal
from Switzerland
About
the band
We are a progressive metal band from Western Switzerland. Our music is moving between crushing heaviness, dark atmospheres and unexpected moments of fragility, and is built on contrast: massive riffs can give way to melancholic melodies, intricate rhythms can dissolve into spacious soundscapes, and tension can suddenly shift into something entirely unexpected. Our compositions unfold like a movie soundtrack, where each piece tells a story and every section has a role to play. Rather than writing around a fixed formula, we let the music evolve, creating a sense of movement, tension and release.
| Matthieu | Guitar and lead vocals |
| Julien | Guitar and backing vocals |
| Géraldine | Drums |
| Brice | Bass |
| Alan | Guitar and backing vocals |
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Our
Story
Our first album “Five Horizons” released in 2015 after a few demos was warmly received by the critics and pushed us to go further in our creative process.
In 2017, we tested our audience by releasing “Daídalos” a one-song EP of almost 20 minutes. Despite our fear that a piece of such length would not pass, the critics were on our side. Thus, “Daídalos” marked a turning point in the history of the band and our way of composing focused on the idea of offering our pieces not as pieces of music, but as a compilation of different chapters of a long story.
In 2023, Alkaios, after 6 years of passionate work, brought together many artists from different backgrounds. Telling the myth of the twelve labours of Heracles, It is composed of 12 musical pieces spread over 3 records: The Eagle, The Peacock & The Lion. The goal is to create a unique identity (Alkaios) beyond the band to gather all these “labours“ under it.
In 2026, with a fresh lineup and an explosive new energy, we are more than ever committed to deliver intense live performances and are looking forward to work on our future material.
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VIEWS
They don’t just continue their legacy—they fortify it, carving their signature sound even deeper.
Metal Temple — About "The Eagle"
The meticulously crafted music is worthy of the local watchmakers.
The Daily Rock — About "The Eagle"
Pushing the genre towards progressive extremes.
The Progressive Subway — About "The Peacock"