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Joakem - Multi-influenced progressive rock/metal hailing from Cyprus - Est. 2018

CREATURE OF THE ABYSS – THE SECOND SINGLE OF THE UPCOMING ALBUM AND JOAKEM’S DARKEST TRACK TO DAT

Following the story of *Origins*, deep within the darkest depths of the planet’s oceans, primitive organisms begin to evolve, locked in an endless struggle where only the strongest endure. Over countless generations, they ascend to the top of the food chain as apex predators, yet despite their dominance, true sentience remains beyond their reach. In this unforgiving ecosystem, instinct alone governs survival, and evolution is driven by an unrelenting cycle of predation and adaptation.

"ORIGINS" - The first chapter of a story that unfolds track by track

On a barren alien world, the land rages against itself—volcanoes tearing open the crust, superstorms scouring the skies, asteroids carving fire across the surface, and a climate that knows no mercy. Yet from the heavens a fallen comet delivers something fragile: microscopic life. Tiny single cells scattered across the hostile world, and against all odds, they begin to spread and grow.

Mind Matter

I didn’t want my debut album to evolve around a certain concept or subject. I just wanted to express myself through lyrics that portrayed my way of thinking, my beliefs and my ideas. I felt that these ideas should be visually represented as organically as possible e.g. wood, stone, leaves and that they should become merged with me, as they are indeed, a part of me. Musically the album is a blend of complex melodies and time signatures, heavy synth sounds, aggressive guitars, intricate drum patterns and a blend of different vocal techniques.

CREATURE OF THE ABYSS

Origins

The Path

Generation Z

Joakem is a progressive metal band from Cyprus, blending atmospheric depth and cinematic dynamics with gripping melodies, expressive heaviness and rhythmic complexity. Since the release of their debut album *Mind Matter*, Joakem has evolved into a full live band, establishing a growing presence on stages across Cyprus and internationally. In 2026, the band returned with “Origins” and “Creature of the Abyss”, opening a new chapter defined by a heavier, more refined and increasingly ambitious sound. After making their Bloodstock Open Air debut, Joakem is now building toward the release of their second full-length album, with new music on the way and plans for UK and European touring as the band’s next era takes shape.