The master of modern melodic metal Crimson Sun released their third full-length “Sorrowbreaker” last Friday. The new album has invested more in the production than before, and it was created in collaboration between producer-studio wizard Saku Moilanen, singer-producer Christoffer Stjerne and award-winning Danish mixer Jacob Hansen. The ten-song album is a step forward for Crimson Sun musically as well.

“We are excited to release a new album after a long wait. Each of us has participated in writing the lyrics, so the songs deal with various topics from world events to personal experiences. We are really satisfied with the end result and feel that we have made considerable progress in every area. We believe that Sorrowbreaker offers something new and interesting to both old and new listeners,” commented Joni Junnila, Crimson Sun’s main songwriter and guitarist.

“Sorrowbreaker” album can now be found on all streaming services, and the CD version of the album can also be ordered from the band’s online store. Retrospectator, the album’s third track, is named as the top song of the album, which is based on past selections.

“Retrospectator is the cornerstone of the album, which emphasizes our way of combining diverse soundscapes into a melodic and straightforward structure. Lyrically, the song is a journey to self-examination and weighing past choices. It reflects the moments when we have to face our own memories and make decisions about how they affect the present. The song’s lyrics tell about facing your own challenges and difficulties, but at the same time offer hope that you can learn and grow from these memories.”

Crimson Sun will hold an official album release party in a couple of weeks at Helsinki’s On The Rocks. Before the Merirock cruise, a performance as an opener for rock legend Michael Monroe in Kotka has also been added to the gig list.

03.10.2024 On The Rocks, Helsinki w/ Nestruction (Record Labels)
05.10.2024 – Hotel Leikari, Kotka w/ Michael Monroe
26.10.2024 Merirock Vol. 13, Viking XPRS w/ Private Line & St. Aurora

Crimson Sun is:

Sini Seppälä – Vocals
Joni Junnila – Guitar
Jukka Jauhiainen – Bass
Antti Rantavuo – Drumms
Miikka Hujanen – Keyboards

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The Finnish metal pump Crimson Sun, which grabs millions of streams, is preparing for the release of its third album. The songs “Sailing Home”, “Neon Lights” and “The Mark Stays On” have already been cut from next month’s “Sorrowbreaker” album. The last single is “Strive”, which is a go-to song, but nevertheless quite melodic.

“The song deviates a little from our usual style by being heavier in its pedaling, but still retains the characteristic features of our band, such as straightforwardness and melody. With this song, we wanted to bring out the energy and intensity that arises when we combine a heavier soundscape with our familiar melodic formula.”

Behind “Strive”‘s lyrics lies a philosophical idea about humanity and the common good.

“The song’s lyrics reflect the phenomenon of today’s world, where innovations are born at breakneck speed. In the lyrics, we play with the idea of ​​a world where new inventions are made purely to promote the well-being of humanity and not only to pursue maximum financial profit. “Strive” challenges the listener to think about what would be possible if we strived towards common good and sustainable development instead of letting greed dictate our direction.”

Crimson Sun’s “Sorrowbreaker” will be out on September 20th.
The quintet will be performing in Helsinki and on a heavy metal cruise in October.

03.10.2024 On The Rocks, Helsinki w/ Nestruction (Record Labels)
26.10.2024 Merirock Vol. 13, Viking XPRS w/ Private Line & St. Aurora

Crimson Sun is:

Sini Seppälä – vocals
Joni Junnila – guitar
Jukka Jauhiainen – bass
Antti Rantavuo – drums
Miikka Hujanen – keyboards