In recent weeks, the enigmatic band Sleep Token has been gradually unveiling exciting updates about their upcoming album, Even in Arcadia, which is highly anticipated as a follow-up to their 2023 release, Take Me Back to Eden. After much speculation and excitement, the band has officially disclosed the complete track listing for Even in Arcadia, sparking a flurry of reactions, jokes, and theories among their dedicated fanbase.
Discover the Complete Track Listing for Even in Arcadia
On Friday, April 18, Sleep Token took to Instagram to share an intriguing image revealing all ten tracks on Even in Arcadia, coupled with the tantalizing caption: “Prepare. Even In Arcadia, May 9th.” This announcement has set the stage for what fans hope will be a remarkable listening experience.
The tracks included in this eagerly awaited album are as follows:
01. “Look to Windward”
02. “Emergence”
03. “Past Self”
04. “Dangerous”
05. “Caramel”
06. “Even in Arcadia”
07. “Provider”
08. “Damocles”
09. “Gethsemane”
10. “Infinite Baths”
In addition to the album’s release, fans can look forward to a variety of merchandise options that accompany this exciting launch. While the album will be available in several formats and variations, it appears there will not be a deluxe edition or any versions featuring bonus tracks. This detail is worth noting, as fans often eagerly await exclusive content, though it’s understandable that the focus remains on the core album itself.
Notably, the lead single “Emergence” is strategically positioned as the second track on the album, while the follow-up single “Caramel” is nestled in the middle, adding to the anticipation of the overall listening journey.
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Fan Reactions: What Are Sleep Token Enthusiasts Saying?
The excitement among Sleep Token fans is palpable as they finally receive answers to one of their burning questions about Even in Arcadia. One enthusiastic fan expressed their eagerness on Instagram, stating, “I’m so ready for this album!!!” Given the overwhelmingly positive reception of the recently released material, expectations are high for the remaining eight songs on the album.
However, the excitement has been mixed with humor, as one fan jokingly remarked, “[I’ve] caramelised my pants,” while others have raised eyebrows and made light of the intriguingly titled final track, “Infinite Baths.”
Comments have poured in with humorous takes, such as one user who bluntly stated, “Infinite baths is hilarious.” This comment spawned an array of similar jokes, with replies like “surely the water would get cold eventually” and “a song about having to wash off black paint again and again after every gig,” showcasing the community’s playful spirit.
In a lively discussion thread, another devoted fan shared, “I’m a ST fan and while I’m sure the song isn’t literally about bathing, I can laugh at the jokes, especially the ones about their body paint.” This illustrates the light-hearted banter within the fan community.
Beyond Instagram, the humor surrounding “Infinite Baths” has spilled over to platforms like Reddit, where discussions are thriving. One user admitted, “Infinite Baths completely caught me off guard lmao,” while another quipped, “Infinite….baths…???? Ok guess I gotta trust the process.” In another instance, a listener humorously suggested that the title could relate to “fans crying in the shower while listening to Sleep Token.”
Interestingly, one Instagram account provided an extensive and believable breakdown of what “Infinite Baths” might actually represent:
In the realm of quantum mechanics, an “infinite bath” symbolizes a model wherein a quantum system interacts with an extensive environment, often characterized by an infinite number of degrees of freedom, functioning as a heat bath. This model serves an idealized purpose to illustrate the system’s equilibration and energy dissipation.
Key Concepts:
Open Quantum Systems:
These systems engage with their surroundings, facilitating the exchange of energy and momentum.
Equilibration:
This process involves the system reaching thermal equilibrium with the bath, defined by its temperature.
Dissipation:
This refers to the energy loss from the system to the bath, a hallmark of open quantum systems.
Thermal Equilibrium:
A state where both the system and bath maintain identical temperatures and energy levels, resulting in no net energy flow.
How it Works:
The interaction between the system and bath is captured through a coupling term in the system’s Hamiltonian, outlining how they exchange energy.
The infinite bath assumption simplifies the model by positing that the bath’s state remains stable despite the system’s dynamics, enabling a more straightforward depiction of the system’s relaxation to equilibrium.
In the thermodynamic limit (with a large number of bath degrees of freedom), the properties of the bath become well-defined, dictating the system’s dynamics according to the bath’s temperature and statistical characteristics.
Applications and Implications:
The infinite bath model is an essential framework for exploring open quantum systems, particularly in fields such as quantum information theory, quantum optics, and quantum thermodynamics. It provides insights into how systems evolve under environmental influences, which is critical for comprehending phenomena like dissipation, decoherence, and thermalization. While the infinite bath concept is an idealized framework, it serves as a valuable foundation for investigating more complex scenarios involving finite or non-ideal bath environments.
For those interested, you can find all the Instagram comments and more through Sleep Token’s original post linked above.
Get the Latest Updates on Sleep Token and Even in Arcadia
Recently, Sleep Token announced an exciting headlining tour for 2025, featuring 17 stops across North America, kicking off in Duluth, Georgia, on September 16 and concluding in Los Angeles on October 11. Before this tour, they will also be participating in several festivals across the U.K. and Germany. Currently, it appears that all shows are sold out, which speaks volumes about their growing popularity.
The journey for Even in Arcadia began with teasers around the end of February 2025, culminating in an official announcement in mid-March, coinciding with the release of “Emergence.” As noted by Loudwire, “Emergence” showcases Sleep Token’s commitment to expanding their musical influences beyond traditional rock, incorporating delicate piano melodies and electronic elements, seamlessly blending with R&B and rap cadences.
Regarding the album’s intriguing title, “Arcadia” is derived from Greek mythology, symbolizing an idyllic vision of pastoral beauty and harmony with nature. According to Loudwire, the term comes from a Greek region characterized by its mountainous terrain and a sparse population, largely untouched by human impact, thus presenting a serene vision of unspoiled wilderness. The concept of Arcadia has also been referenced in various cultural works, including those by Lana Del Rey and Guillermo del Toro.
Additionally, Chris Michaels, a metalhead meteorologist, has been involved in the marketing efforts for Even in Arcadia. In early April, Sleep Token released the second single from the album, the more pop-oriented and laid-back track “Caramel.”
Fans can mark their calendars, as Even in Arcadia is set to drop on May 9th via RCA, and pre-orders are available now.
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