The legendary Finnish metal band Soulgrind, founded in 1992, is set to release its tenth album, Ad Pulchram Mortem, via Inverse Records. The release date will be announced later. The second single ‘Tears of the Earth’ is unleashed today and it’s available here: https://push.fm/fl/soulgrind-tears
Vocalist/keyboardist Azhemin comments:
“Tears of the Earth was a laborious project in every respect. At its peak, the session had 93 tracks, and refining all the small nuances sometimes felt like shooting oneself in the foot. However, in the end, the mix became quite simple. Even if you have a palette full of colored pencils, you don’t always need to use them all.
The song basically consists of three separate parts or spaces that form the whole. The lyrics support the mood of these scenes in just the right way. Tears of the Earth is a compact yet multifaceted piece.”
Guitarist Lord Heikkinen continues:
“Tears of the Earth was built around a riffing I had done a few years earlier. Azhem and I started creating a song together from the riffs. Azhem came up with a great prog-inspired middle section that sounds simple but is actually quite intricate when you listen closely to the riff. Additionally, Micko Hell arranged excellent acoustic parts for the song. Not to mention Tanya Lilith’s wonderful melodies and harmonies. Overall, it’s a successful and unique whole.
The lyrics are based on an apocalyptic theme, the final nightmares. They describe how all organized cultures and religions drain everything and everywhere dry. In the end, only death remains—along with the Earth Mother’s tears and sorrow. These lyrics are actually embedded in the album’s story, a dark journey along the rivers of Tuonela. This trip mostly takes place in the traveler’s mind.”
WATCH music video of first single ‘Jylhä Metsämies’ https://youtu.be/aoBIyV44VOY
BIOGRAPHY:
Soulgrind is a Finnish metal band formed in 1992, known primarily for their blend of gothic metal, thrash and black metal with a dark, melodic atmosphere. The band was founded by Lord Heikkinen, who has consistently contributed guitars and programming throughout their career.
Soulgrind’s music often explores themes related to the darker aspects of Finnish history and psyche, combining passion, war, and the “dark side of mind” into their lyrical content, reflecting a deep connection to Finland’s cultural and historical roots. But there has always been the bride side for the aspects as well. Classic war of love and hate.The sound has evolved over the time, but Soulgrind has maintained a core identity rooted in metal with a dark, atmospheric edge, resisting strict genre categorization and embracing musical development freely. Freedom of metal has always been the theme. And so it shall be.
Soulgrind is recognized for their intelligent and unique approach to metal, merging melodic and dark elements to create a distinctive sound within the Finnish metal scene. Their long-standing presence since the early 90s marks them as a significant act in the gothic and black metal genres in Finland.
Soulgrind – Tears of the Earth (single 2025)
Track list:
01. Tears of the Earth
-Composed by Lord Heikkinen, Azhemin & Tanya Lilith
-Lyrics by Lord Heikkinen
-Arrangements by Lord Heikkinen, Azhemin, Micko Hell & Tanya Lilith
-ISRC: FI3FC2551506
Single cover by Lord Heikkinen
Soulgrind – Ad Pulchram Mortem (Album)
Track list:
01. Jylhä Metsämies
02. Origins of The Serpent
03. In The Circus of Tuonela
04. Dark Water Wide
05. Black Prediction´s Bite
06. Tears of The Earth
07. Weight of The Old Sins
08. Ikiliekki
09. Dance Of The White Wolf
10. A Whispered Curse Upon The Gale
11. As Narrow Fjord Descends
12. Into The Shadows of Devotion
Album pic by Susanna Mansner
Line-up:
Lord Heikkinen: guitars
Azhemin: Keybords, vocals
Tanya Lilith: Vocals
Suntio: Drums:
JP: Bass
Micko Hell: Guitars, Vocals
Former members: Roope Latvala ( Children of Bodom, Stone ), Juke Eräkangas, Tommi McLaunone (Gloomy Grim, Nomicon), Henrik Laine (Deepred )
Links:
https://www.facebook.com/SoulgrindFinland
https://soulgrind.bandcamp.com
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