Founded in Sassari, Italy, in 2004 by drummer and lyricist Giorgio Pinna alongside his brother, Souls of Diotima have established themselves as a cornerstone of the European metal scene. Fronted by the powerhouse vocals of Claudia Barsi alongside the visceral, razor-sharp screams of guitarist Fabio Puddu, the band’s two-decade journey is defined by constant sonic evolution, gradually shifting from their signature symphonic power metal sound into an explosive modern metalcore identity.
The year 2026 marks a bold new era for Souls of Diotima. Embracing an innovative and heavily experimental modern metalcore direction while retaining their unique melodic soul, the band kickstarted this chapter with the lead single "Run Away" (June 2026). This evolution culminates in their highly anticipated fifth studio album, Arcade, released on October 2, 2026, via their own London-based label, Diotima Records (est. 2017). Recorded, mixed, and mastered at the legendary Studio Bohus in Sweden, the album features an elite production team including long-time collaborator Oscar Nilsson, Mikko Viitala, and Thomas Plec Johansson.
Within just one month of its release, Arcade has breached international iTunes charts worldwide, while the official music video for the focus track "Cage" has already surpassed one million views, cementing the album's immediate global impact.
​Over their twenty-year career, Souls of Diotima have released a string of critically acclaimed albums, including Maitri (2011), What Remains of the Day (2012), and The Sorceress Reveals - Atlantis (2016, produced by Jens Bogren). Their 2021 masterpiece Janas (produced by Oscar Nilsson) propelled them to global prominence, entering international sales charts within days of its release. In 2024, to celebrate their 20th anniversary, the band surprised fans with a heavy metal reimagining of Phil Collins’ classic, "Another Day in Paradise".
​Renowned for their explosive stage presence, Souls of Diotima boast an extensive live legacy. They have headlined numerous European tours and performed at major international festivals, sharing stages with global powerhouses such as Stratovarius, Obituary, Hatebreed, Vision Divine, DGM, Folkstone, and Saurom. Beyond the music, the band is deeply committed to social causes: in 2018, together with Diotima Records, they founded and headlined the Diotima Metal Fest in Paris, successfully raising funds for Parkinson’s research.
​With Arcade now unleashed on the world and its global chart success continuing to build, Souls of Diotima are preparing to hit the road for an extensive European tour, ready to redefine the boundaries of modern metalcore.
 

​Line-up :
​Claudia Barsi – Lead Vocals
​Giorgio Pinna – Drums
​Fabio Puddu – Guitars / Vocals
​Manuel Dettori – Bass