OPETH: Fredrik Åkesson talks ‘The Last Will and Testament’, Ihsahn and Australian Tour

Swedish rock legends OPETH are headed back to Australia and New Zealand next week with most shows now SOLD OUT and Brisbane not far behind!

After 6 long years wait, the Nov ’25 tour promises to be groundbreaking – 7 absolutely massive concerts featuring 2 hours plus sets including landmark masterpieces and songs from Opeth’s darkest and heaviest album in decades – the critically acclaimed concept album, The last WILL and TESTAMENT.

Opeth guitarist Fredrik Åkesson dives deep into their latest album, ‘The Last Will & Testament,’ discussing its concept and the creative process.  Fredrik also shares insights on being Ola Englund’s guitar teacher and gives fans a sneak peek into Opeth’s upcoming 2025 Australian and New Zealand tour as well as his collaboration with Ihsahn.

Watch/listen to the interview here:

 

OPETH AUSTRALIAN and NEW ZEALAND Tour Dates 2025

Monday 17 November – Sydney – Sydney Opera House – SOLD OUT

Tuesday 18 November – Sydney – Sydney Opera House – SOLD OUT

Thursday 20 November – Brisbane Fortitude – Music Hall

Friday 21 November – Melbourne – Palais Theatre – SOLD OUT

Saturday 22 November – Adelaide Hindley – St Music Hall – SOLD OUT

Monday 24 November – Perth – Astor Theatre – SOLD OUT

Tickets from: https://metropolistouring.com/opeth-2025/ or https://davidroywilliams.com/tours/opeth-2025/