Reactivated metallers NEVERMORE have unveiled another audition clip from their new frontman, this time sharing Berzan Önen’s take on the fan-favorite track “Sentient 6.”
The video marks the second installment in a planned series of audition performances recorded and submitted by Önen in January 2025, prior to his official addition to the band. The previously released clip featured his rendition of “Born,” offering the first glimpse into how the revitalized NEVERMORE would sound with a new voice at the helm.
Önen now joins longtime guitarist Jeff Loomis and drummer Van Williams in the reformed lineup. Rounding out the band are Jack Cattoi on guitar and Semir Özerkan on bass, completing the new incarnation of the influential Seattle outfit.
“Sentient 6,” originally appearing on NEVERMORE’s 2005 album This Godless Endeavor, is widely regarded as one of the group’s most intense and technically demanding songs.
NEVERMORE are set to make their long-awaited return to the stage on April 1, 2026 in Istanbul, Turkey — their first live appearance since reforming. The band has also signed with Reigning Phoenix Music, hinting that new music could follow as this next chapter unfolds.
On this new chapter, guitarist Loomis and Williams previously shared: “We are thrilled to announce that NEVERMORE has officially signed with Reigning Phoenix Music! It was obvious from the start that they were the perfect partner for the new era of NEVERMORE. Their passion for metal music combined with the extensive industry pedigree of their team made the choice easy. We can’t wait to get back on stage in front of our fans in Istanbul on April 1st, and we are just as excited to finish writing and putting together the new NEVERMORE album!”
Reigning Phoenix Music co-founder Gerado Martinez comments on NEVERMORE joining the RPM roster: “There are no words to describe how proud and excited RPM is at the prospect of being part of NEVERMORE‘s next chapter. Having been a fan since 1995 when I saw them on tour with DEATH, I’ve followed them on their entire musical journey and cannot wait for what is yet to come.”
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