This shows the band from it’s best side!
Classic Rock Magazine (DE)
‘Made in KuBa’ by the Swedes Siena Root has the effect of a spell
Hardsounds (IT)
Siena root brings the live scene straight into the room where your record player stands.
Sweden Rock Magazine
Not every band manages to captivate when it comes to long songs. Siena Root proves that they are one of the few that can.
White Room Reviews (NL)
“Dynamic Root Rock Experience” is still the best term to describe SIENA ROOT’s music, and that’s also exactly what the Swedish quartet’s new double live album Made in KuBa is all about. Named after the location of its creation, Jena, Germany’s Kulturbahnhof (short form: KuBa), the follow-up to the band’s previous, highly-acclaimed live document Root Jam (2011) takes off where its predecessor left off in many ways. Made in KuBa is out now via Perception – a Division of Reigning Phoenix Music.
Recorded during three intimate concert nights in March 2024, the result is, of course, an all-analogue recording which continues the traditional way of capturing the audiophile band’s art. Where many artists would hesitate to bring a full-on tape recorder to a live event, it’s totally given for SIENA ROOT to do so in a no-compromise fashion. Made in KuBa isn’t only another live album but a comprehensive experience in its purest form: no overdubs were added and no tricks were used in the studio afterwards. Once again, the songs you can hear are strictly what’s played and bring the energy all the way from the stage to the speakers of the Swede’s fans. The outfit’s much-loved jams are there, lots of improvisation as well as the whole spectra from light to shade, and to ensure the all-analogue quality control, sound engineer Ove Noring, who’s been working with the band all the way since 2006’s Kaleidoscope, was brought in as tape operator to record SIENA ROOT’s shows at the iconic KuBa venue.
So what’s new? In order to make Made In KuBa no simple repetition of their Root Jam concept though, SIENA ROOT went for a bunch of refreshing ideas with the first one being the scenery. As mentioned, the band travelled all the way to Jena this time, where they found the perfect surroundings at Kulturbahnhof. “We couldn’t have been happier: KuBa was exactly the place to be after we had experienced countless memorable concerts there throughout the years,” they recall. While the musical spine of SIENA ROOT is a quartet — consisting of long-time and founding members Sam Riffer (bass) and Love Forsberg (drums & percussion), completed by Zubaida Solid (vocals & keys) and Johan Borgström (guitars), who both joined their ranks after the release of Root Jam — they were also supported by two talented guests for a number of songs to make this special occasion more unique: long-time brother in arms Erik Peterson (keys) and Lisa Isaksson (flute). Additionally, the forthcoming opus consists of songs from the group’s entire catalogue which aren’t featured songs on Root Jam at all, and to thank their loyal fans, SIENA ROOT even involved them in creating the set list. They add: “We knew that not each and every fan from around the world would be able to witness these historic nights, that’s why we decided to have them included by influencing the Made In KuBa track listing.”
L-R:Zubaida Solid (vocals, keys), Sam Riffer (bass),
Love Forsberg (drums & percussion), Johan Borgström (guitars)
Photo credit: Petter Hilber
In the end, Made In KuBa includes twelve wisely picked tracks which can be enjoyed from October 3, 2025 – brought to the world through PERCEPTION. And it’ll be available in various formats: CD, digital, and – most importantly – vinyl. A version which has always been a crucial factor throughout SIENA ROOT’s career, who even pressed their 2004 debut album A New Day Dawning on the ‘black gold’ when the returning vinyl boom was still in the distant future. The band prefer the traditional way of listening and therefore took extra-care of its execution. Mastered at half-speed, SIENA ROOT technically reflect on the old days in this case. They conclude: “Half-speed mastering’ is a trick of the past that the vinyl junkies out there should be familiar with. It’s just a very delicate yet complicated process of cutting that makes “Made In KuBa” an even more three-dimensional listening pleasure for both you and us!” Enough said: now it’s the world’s turn to enjoy and to catch the group live during their supporting “Double Live Release Tour” across Europe in October 2025, if you like what you hear!
Order it here online or visit your favorite local record store for the full analogue experience!
Official Videos from „Made In KuBa“
“Wishing for More”: https://youtu.be/4uwT0XNlHmQ
“Outlander”: https://youtu.be/4uwT0XNlHmQ
“Tales of Independence”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H29ZbonnFHg
“Double Live Release Tour 2025”
w/ special guests KANT (*)
03.10.2025 DE Bensheim – Musiktheater REX *
04.10.2025 CH Pratteln – Up In Smoke *
05.10.2025 DE Karlsruhe – Kohi *
06.10.2025 DE Dresden – Beatpol *
07.10.2025 PL Wroclaw – Klub Muzyczny Liverpool
08.10.2025 CZ Brno – Metro Music Bar *
10.10.2025 DE Munich – Keep It Low *
11.10.2025 AT Graz – p.p.c.
13.10.2025 AT Salzburg – Rockhouse
14.10.2025 IT Milan – Arci Bellezza
15.10.2025 FR Marseille – Le Molotov
16.10.2025 FR Lyon – Rock n’Eat
18.10.2025 FR Paris – Backstage By the Mill
19.10.2025 NL Breda – Mezz
Info & Tickets: https://sienaroot.com/shows
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About SIENA ROOT
SIENA ROOT is a band renowned for its vibrant spectrum of styles, standout guest collaborations, and unique interpretations of classic rock. With eight full-length studio albums, one double live album, and three 7” singles to their name, each release showcases the group’s evolving sound and artistic depth.
Touring extensively across Europe since the early 2000s, SIENA ROOT has crafted a wide range of genre-blending songs. Live performances are the lifeblood of the band—frequently joined by prominent guest musicians, their shows often evolve into wild, improvised sessions that inspire future studio work. Their live act is known for its uncompromising approach, powered by heavy vintage equipment; few bands have the passion or strength to take on the road. During the recording of their live albums, they even brought a full-size multi-track tape recorder across Europe.
This relentless dedication sets SIENA ROOT apart. A concert experience with the band is dramatic and exciting—visually as well as emotionally. It’s a dynamic root rock experience.
SIENA ROOT are:
Zubaida Solid | vocals, keys
Johan Borgström | guitars
Sam Riffer | bass
Love Forsberg | drums, percussion
More on SIENA ROOT:
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About PERCEPTION
PERCEPTION is the latest label imprint of Reigning Phoenix Music. Following the successful addition of ROAR, a sub-label dedicated to emerging talents and artists, PERCEPTION is set to provide a strong foundation for regionally and stylistically leading bands with high growth potential.
Founded in 2023, Reigning Phoenix Music is truly the 100% independently owned vision of music industry professional Gerardo Martinez and avionics and tech entrepreneur, Sven Bogner. The blueprint is to continue to help heavy metal, extreme and hard music thrive by partnering with an array of well-established acts, new talent, and iconic artists by offering best services and practices in the industry. Reigning Phoenix Music’s paramount goal is to help the artists amplify their music and talent to a winning formula for success.
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