Kneel Before The Death is a Finnish extreme metal band founded in 2013, and since their first single, they’ve been creating a storm in the harsh and unforgiving Finnish metal scene.
After a few years of silence, KBTD has returned with their self-titled debut album, released in the summer of 2025 by Ranka Kustannus.
We had the opportunity to chat with singer Markus Raito and drummer Konsta Vihavainen before their show at Meara Klubi in Pori, discussing their debut album, the band’s history, and much more.
Category: Interviews
Ashen Sky Video Interview
Ashen Sky is a modern metal band from Helsinki, Finland. Their music blends elements of modern and traditional metal. Catchy riffs, powerful choruses, and devastating breakdowns, steeped in deathcore influences, blend with melodic and melancholic tones, creating a striking contrast that conveys aggression and deep emotion.
After a rebranding in early 2025 and the addition of new vocalist Olli Laaka, the band is entering a new chapter with a series of new releases throughout the year. These will culminate in the highly anticipated second album, scheduled for release in early 2026.
We had the opportunity to meet the band before their show in Pori and learn more about Ashen Sky and their music.
Omnium Gatherum Video Interview
Omnium Gatherum will release their tenth album, “May The Bridges We Burn Light The Way,” on November 7th. The band, founded in 1996, also has a North American tour planned for November and December, a Finnish tour in January, and a European tour in February and March.
We had the opportunity to chat with frontman Jukka Pelkonen and learn more about the upcoming album, tours, and much more.
Klamydia Video Interview
Klamydia is a Finnish punk rock band formed in 1988. Their often cited influences include bands like the Ramones, the Misfits, and Motörhead. The band has sold over 750,000 records over the years, many of which have gone gold and platinum. Klamydia is a very active touring band, having played over 2,000 concerts in their home country over the years. The band has also enjoyed success in Germany, where they’ve toured, and have also played concerts in Switzerland, the Czech Republic, and Austria.
Their latest album, “Mörkö Koneistossa,” was released last May and features more mature themes compared to their previous albums.
We had the opportunity to sit down and chat with front-man Vesku before their show at Porisepere and discuss the new album, gigs, and more.
Bloodred Hourglass Video Interview
Finnish metallers Bloodred Hourglass (BRHG) will release their seventh album “We Should Be Buried Like This” through Out of Line Music on October 3rd. This release marks the next chapter in their evolution, pushing their signature sound to new heights. This is the band’s most aggressive album and consists of songs from the end of time.
Hailing from Mikkeli, Finland, BRHG has grown from their thrash metal and groove metal roots to become a dominant force in modern melodic death metal. This six-piece band has refined their sound by fusing metalcore, alternative metal, and electronic elements, while maintaining their signature intensity. Their dynamic, high-energy songs resonate deeply with audiences, cementing their status in Finnish metal and beyond.
We caught up with Eero and Lauri Silvonen after their show at Porispere to learn more about their upcoming album, life on and off stage, and much more.
Viikate Video Interview
Viikate has its roots in the doom metal scene; In the 1990s, brothers Kaarle and Simeoni Viikate formed a band ostensibly to fill a void in the scene following the second breakup of Lijiykomppania. The band’s success came in early 2000 with the addition of Arvo and Ervo Viikate on guitar and bass, respectively. Although the band hails from the Finnish ultra-heavy metal scene, their lyrical content draws heavily from Finnish arthouse films of the 1950s and from folkier, more national artists like Reino Helismaa. Over the years, the band has undergone lineup changes and additions, but they have always remained true to their trademark sound.
Last November, the band released their 15th album, “Hiljainen,” which is a bit more subdued than their previous works. In support of the album, the band toured Finland on a theater tour. 2026 will mark Viikate’s 30th anniversary, and they’re planning something special to mark the occasion.
We had the chance to meet Kaarle before their show at Porispere and learn more about their latest album, the songwriting process, the lineup changes, and much more.
The Vantages Video Interview
The Vantages is a Helsinki-based rock band formed in early 2020. Since then, they’ve firmly established themselves in the Finnish underground rock scene, performing at the renowned Tuska Festival, Ruisrock Festival, and Helldone Festival.
Their sound and lyrics combine contrasting elements, between raw and delicate, in what can best be described as decadent love songs. Following their debut EP released in November 2023, they will release their second EP, “The Vantages II,” this September. To celebrate the new EP, the band will play an intimate show at On The Rocks in Helsinki on September 5th. Tickets are on sale here.
We had the opportunity to meet Tim and Anton before their show at Tuska Festival and learn more about the band and their music.
Noiduin Video Interview
Hailing from the west coast of Finland, Noiduin is a vocal and instrumental ensemble that weaves Finnish folklore and mythology into their music, played on traditional self-made instruments. After two EPs, the band released their debut album, “Loivi,” last May. Rooted in ancient Finnish tradition, Lovi refers to an otherworldly state or space, a rift between worlds. It is a place of crossing where the veil between the living and the dead thins.
One of their songs was recently featured in the trailer for “Call of Duty: Warzone & Black Ops 6 Season 4.”
We had the opportunity to meet Jemina and Henri before their shoeat Tuska Festival and learn more about the band, their music, and their future projects.
Wind Rose Video Interview
Italian power/folk metallers Wind Rose, founded in 2009, released their sixth album, “Trollslayer,” last October. The band has toured extensively with similar acts, their audience is growing, and parties are already in full swing at some venues. We had the opportunity to chat with frontman Francesco Cavalieri after their show at Tuska Festival and learn about their career highlights, the process of creating their latest album, their music videos, and much more.
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Wind Rose Phostos at Tuska Festival, Helsinki (Finland) 27-28-29/06/2025
Cemetery Skyline Video Interview
When touring musicians have a brilliant idea after a few drinks at a karaoke bar, a supergroup is born. Cemetery Skyline is a gothic rock band featuring musicians well-known from Amorphis, Sentenced, Insomnium, Dark Tranquillity, and Dimmu Borgir. The band released their debut album, “Nordic Gothic,” last October, to great acclaim in both the metal and non-metal scenes. After a sold-out tour in Finland, the band is ready to hit the US and Latin America.
We had the opportunity to interview Cemetery Skyline’s Markus Vanhala and Santeri Kallio before their show at Tuska Festival in Helsinki and talk about the band’s origins, the album “Nordic Gothic,” live performances, and much more.
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Cemetery Skyline photos from Tuska Festival: Tuska Festival, Helsinki (Finland) 27-28-29/06/2025
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