The Ocean (also known as The Ocean Collective) is a German post-metal band founded in Berlin in 2001 by guitarist and composer Robin Staps. The group built its reputation on ambitious concept albums tied to geological and philosophical themes - from the deep-sea-inspired *Pelagial* (2013) to the two-part *Phanerozoic* series (2018/2020) and *Holocene* (2023). After a major lineup overhaul in 2024-2025, the band returned in 2026 with four new members and a new album, *Solaris*, due September 2026.
The Ocean released the single 'Light Pollution' on May 28, 2026, and announced the new album *Solaris* for September 25, 2026, alongside four new band members.
On January 3, 2026, The Ocean Collective announced their return from hiatus, stating they were finishing nearly an hour of new music.
The Ocean released an Audiotree live session recorded in Chicago in summer 2024, capturing the final performances of departing members Loïc Rossetti, Paul Seidel, and David Ramis Åhfeldt.
Following the departures of vocalist Loïc Rossetti, drummer Paul Seidel, and guitarist David Ramis Åhfeldt, the band stated they were 'far from dead' and confirmed plans for a new album.
The Ocean debuted new drummer Jordi Farré at Hellfest 2025, signaling the start of a rebuilt lineup.
concertThe Ocean performs new material from Solaris in Stockholm with support from Hypno5e and Pothamus.
concert19:00German progressive metal band The Ocean plays at Trädgår'n Studio in Göteborg.