Haken

The Profile

Haken are a British progressive metal band formed in London in 2007. Known for blending adventurous prog-rock ideas with modern metal, their key albums include Aquarius (2010), Visions (2011), The Mountain (2013), Affinity (2016), Vector (2018), Virus (2020) and Fauna (2023).

Line-up associated with recent years includes Ross Jennings, Richard Henshall, Charlie Griffiths, Conner Green, Raymond Hearne and Peter Jones; the band releases on Inside Out Music.

DeBaser’s reviews portray Haken as a creative British prog act praised for the freshness of Aquarius and the imagination of The Mountain. Affinity blends 80s-tinted ideas with modern prog flair. Vector and Virus turn up the heaviness and djent edges, while Fauna rebalances toward prog-rock textures. A 2014 live review highlights their tight musicianship and engaging stage presence.