Full Breakdown
Northlane Releases New Single “Evian” and Announces Extensive International Tour
4/28/2026, 12:52:17 PM
Background & Context
After a hiatus from new releases, Northlane returns with “Evian,” marking an independent release after a period without new material.
Independent Release of “Evian” and Video
Australian progressive metalcore band Northlane independently released the single “Evian” together with a music video directed by Colin Jeffs. The release marks the group’s new material released independently and arrives without label involvement.
Artist Insight on “Evian”
Frontman Marcus Bridge explained that the track deals with self-improvement through confronting trauma, choosing personal growth over burdening others, and healing before personal struggles affect loved ones.
Data & Statistics
The spring leg lists 20 shows in the United States and Canada. The subsequent summer-fall segment adds 16 festival and club engagements across Europe, Australia, and a cruise, bringing the schedule to roughly 36 performances in 18 countries on three continents.
Tour Schedule
Northlane announced a 20-date spring tour of the United States and Canada supporting Dayseeker, covering major markets such as New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, and Vancouver. A summer-fall leg adds festival appearances in Bulgaria, Italy, Romania, the United Kingdom, Spain, Germany, Finland, Switzerland, Austria, Belgium, and the Netherlands, plus a Hellbound Cruise in Sydney, Australia. The band will finish the year with club dates in Poland, the Czech Republic, France, and a final show in Munich, Germany. In total, the itinerary lists roughly thirty-six performances across eighteen countries.
Significance
The independent launch gives Northlane full creative control over lyrical themes and production. The extensive itinerary enables direct fan engagement across multiple continents and supports the band’s growth without label mediation. The song’s mental-health focus aligns with the band’s stated intent to promote personal healing.
Official Statements & Responses
The band described “Evian” as a deliberate artistic choice to address trauma and self-improvement. Promotional materials framed the spring run as a “major run supporting Dayseeker,” positioning the tour as a platform for the new song. No statements from record labels or external bodies were reported.
Verbatim Quotes
> “‘Evian’ is about self-improvement through confronting trauma then finding your way back to someone from a healthier place. It explores the choice to grow on your own rather than dragging others down with you, making a conscious effort to heal before your struggles start affecting the people you care about.” — Marcus Bridge, Frontman, Northlane
What’s Next
Northlane will perform “Evian” live during the May spring dates, then appear at European festivals from late July onward. The year ends with club shows in December, after which the band has indicated plans to announce 2025 activities.
