Swedish progressive metal veterans Opeth have released a new performance video for “§7,” one of the standout tracks from their latest album, The Last Will And Testament. The clip presents the band in a direct, no-frills setting that puts the focus squarely on musicianship, atmosphere, and the emotional pull of the song itself.
The video captures Opeth in a focused and commanding state, emphasizing tight interplay and the darker tone that has come to define this era of the band. Without visual distractions, the performance leans into precision and mood, allowing the intensity of the track to carry the experience.
The timing of the release is deliberate, arriving just weeks before Opeth begin their U.S. tour. The run will showcase material from The Last Will And Testament while also making room for longtime fan favorites pulled from across the band’s extensive catalog.
Frontman Mikael Åkerfeldt shared his thoughts on the song’s challenges in a live environment, saying: “That track was scary to play live at first. Most of our songs are challenging, I suppose, and this one is no exception. I believe we all love playing this one. There are a myriad of details that could go wrong though, but it’s fun. It keeps you on your toes. And of course, then there’s Ian Anderson‘s narrations, which is the only thing in our set that isn’t ‘live’. Since we don’t play to a click track, it’s dragging or pushing depending on the tempo of the evening. Again, it’s fun and I love the unforeseeable character of this song in a live setting. That’s a bit odd since I normally want to feel completely secure and really know what I’m doing. I generally don’t like surprises on stage.”
Within the album’s larger storyline, “§7” plays a central role. The Last Will And Testament has been widely noted for its cinematic structure and willingness to move between contrasting moods. By reducing the presentation to its core elements, the new video highlights how Opeth balance technical detail with emotional impact, a dynamic that has long been central to Åkerfeldt’s songwriting approach.
After wrapping up their U.S. dates, Opeth are also scheduled to perform select shows across Europe later in the year, continuing to support the album on an international scale.
Listeners are encouraged to revisit The Last Will And Testament as a complete work, with “§7” serving as one chapter in a larger arc. From its unsettling opening passages to its more forceful closing moments, the album is designed to reward careful, start-to-finish listening.
The performance video for “§7” is available now, and The Last Will And Testament can be streamed across major platforms. Fans can also catch Opeth live on tour, with tickets currently available here.
Opeth 2026 North American Tour Dates:
Feb. 05 – US Montclair, The Wellmont Theater
Feb. 06 – US Boston, Orpheum Theater
Feb. 07 – US Philadelphia, The Filmore Philadelphia
Feb. 10 – US Detroit, Masonic Temple Theater
Feb. 11 – US Chicago, Riviera Theater
Feb. 12 – US St. Louis, The Pageant
Feb. 14 – US Dallas, The Bomb Factory
Feb. 15 – US Houston, Bayou Music Center
Feb. 16 – US San Antonio, Majestic Theater
Feb. 18 – US Colorado Springs, Pikes Peak Center
Feb. 20 – US Las Vegas, Pearl Concert Theater At Palms
Feb. 21 – US Riverside, Riverside Municipal Auditorium
Feb. 22 – US Sacramento, Channel 24
Feb. 24 – US Seattle, Paramount Theater
Feb. 25 – CA Vancouver, Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre
