by Lorna Shore vocalist Will Ramos recently shared his thoughts on Sleep Token’s rise to prominence and their impressive live performances in an interview with Primordial Radio.
Ramos reflected on his initial perception of Sleep Token and how his view changed after their breakthrough single was released.
“I never saw them live when they were still putting out those songs. As far as I knew, I thought they were only, like, a studio band or something,” Ramos said. “And I was like, ‘All right, cool, let’s go.’ I started putting down my covers, and then ‘The Summoning’ came out. And then it was just like, everybody was on board. Everybody was like, ‘Dude, this is so sick!’”
The Lorna Shore frontman went on to describe witnessing Sleep Token’s performance at Rock am Ring and Rock im Park festivals, which left a lasting impression on him.
“It was huge. This is the craziest production I’ve ever seen. We’re standing there at the soundboard, and I’m looking up and I’m watching these guys. I’m like, ‘Thank God.’ First of all, they’re playing all the favorite songs that I want to hear, like ‘The Love You Want,’ and I’m singing my freaking heart out,” he said.
“I’m looking up at these guys, and they have freaking rose petals falling from the ceiling. The production value is massive. I remember I looked at my guitarist, Andrew, and I was just like, ‘All right, how many T-shirts do we got to sell to get to this level? Because this is freaking crazy.’”
Ramos concluded by expressing his support for the band and their success.
“So I’m really stoked that they’re doing well. We’re friends with a couple of them, and they’re all really nice people, and I’m just happy that they’re killing it right now. They deserve all the love that they got,” he said.
Ramos’s praise reflects the broader recognition Sleep Token has earned for their theatrical live performances and innovative approach to metal music.
Recent concert footage showed that “The Summoning” has become a staple in Sleep Token’s live sets. The song is regularly featured as a highlight in their 2025 Even in Arcadia Tour setlists. The song’s dynamic delivery underlines the band’s reputation for theatrical and emotionally charged live shows that captivate audiences across the globe.
Sleep Token’s 2025 Even in Arcadia Tour has received widespread praise for its high production value. Performances from Los Angeles, Oakland, Tacoma, and Detroit documented the band’s well-coordinated live presentation. The band combines intense musicianship with atmospheric elements, creating an immersive experience that features seamless transitions and strong visual staging to enhance both the auditory and visual concert experience.
The British band’s ability to blend diverse musical styles with compelling visuals and emotional intensity has earned them respect from fellow metal artists. Their innovative performance style, which incorporates theatrical elements like the rose petals Ramos mentioned, has set a new standard for live metal performances. It continues to inspire musicians across the genre.
Sleep Token’s rise from what some perceived as merely a studio project to one of metal’s most talked-about live acts demonstrates the power of combining musical excellence with ambitious production values. Their success has proven that audiences are hungry for immersive concert experiences that go beyond traditional metal performances.
