UK post-metal favourites Svalbard have announced they will be splitting up in 2026. Their farewell run will begin with a UK tour in November.
In a statement, the quartet shared their plans and thanked everyone connected to the band for the past 15 years.
“After much reflection, we have decided that 2026 will be the final year of Svalbard.
Our final UK tour will be in November 2025. Following that, we plan to do a final EU tour, a final Japanese tour and a few more select farewell shows in 2026.
Thank you to everyone who has supported us during our 15 years as a band. Your support has meant the world to us.
We’ve shared so many unforgettable moments with you all throughout our career, and we look forward to commemorating our final year as a band with you in 2026.”
Since forming in 2011, Svalbard has carved out a sound that spans post-metal, black metal, post-rock, and post-hardcore. Serena Cherry, Liam Phelan, and Mark Lilley have been part of the group since its inception, with bassist Matt Francis joining in 2020.
Their discography includes four full-length albums, including 2023’s ‘The Weight of the Mask’. Upon its release, we credited Svalbard for delivering a ” raw, insightful, and rich metal album”.
Support for Svalbard‘s final UK tour will come from Cage Fight and Knife Bride.
