A Geyser Ever Erupting: An Interview with Karl Westerlund (An Abstract Illusion)

An Abstract Illusion's masterpiece album The Sleeping City was released on October 17th via Willowtip Records. For me, it was my top rated album released in 2025. An Abstract Illusion are a progressive death metal band from northern Sweden who incorporate elements of black and melodic death metal that blend seamlessly with their progressive core.

The Sleeping City, by An Abstract Illusion

7 track album

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I had a chance to chat with Karl Westerlund, one of the masterminds behind the group's sound. We talked about the album, their writing process, touring, and hockey - along with plenty more topics in between.

You can view the entire interview HERE:

An Abstract Illusion will be playing their first North American show this August at Progstorm in Montreal. If they don't end up getting a Toronto date, I'll gladly be making the trip to Montreal to see them. Some bands are worth the travel - and this is one of them.

ProgStorm Festival

ProgStorm Festival 2025 – Canada’s first festival dedicated to progressive metal, presented by The Progspace and Metal Shed Productions. Featuring 10 bands from North America and beyond, showcasing everything from classic prog to extreme and experimental metal. Don’t miss this unique event in Montré

ProgStorm Festival

Big thanks to Karl for taking time out to chat with me - I really enjoyed it. An Abstract Illusion are a band you must must hear - imagine Pink Floyd, Yes, and Opeth getting in a room and making a record together - that's the core of their sound. Make sure you download or stream The Sleeping City.