Dutch progressive rock band JunXion released their third concept album, The Isle of Alleys, in July 2026, launching it with an audiovisual live show at Effenaar in the Netherlands.

The album follows a PTSD patient searching for the exit from a vast labyrinth on a shadowy island. Fear, confusion and the impact of therapy form the building blocks, and philosophy-inspired characters help the protagonist find a way out. Musically the band blends symphonic (jazz) rock, progressive metal and musique concrete, with influences including Pink Floyd, Porcupine Tree, Godspeed You! Black Emperor and Leprous.

Guests: vocals by Vladimir Lalic, strings by Strijkorkest Zoroaster, saxophone by Paul Van de Calseijde and Nord Strik. A CD edition includes a booklet with handwritten lyrics and artwork.

Lineup: Martijn Hak (keys), Maarten Jung (guitar), Julian Haerkens (bass), Roel Trommelen (drums).

Bandcamp: https://junxion.bandcamp.com/album/the-isle-of-alleys
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7byFd7lx7q176B5xMYBGrJ