Century Media Records has issued that Finland’s ODDLAND has just launched a guitar play-through for the track “Lines Of Silver Blood”.
The band comments: “We decided to do the guitar play-through on this song because it probably has some of the most technical guitar parts of the album. We figured people might be interested to see how they´re played. The live guitar tracks were recorded on top of the album version, and Ville (our drummer) was in charge of shooting and editing the whole thing. Have a look, won’t you!“
This is the first play-through that the band has launched for their current album “Treachery Of Senses”. The video of guitarists Sakari Ojanen & Jussi Poikonen playing along with “Lines Of Silver Blood” can be seen below.
Furthermore the band is proud to announce more European live dates in April. Check the dates below to see when they’ll be coming to a city near you!
ODDLAND live:
26.04. NL Deventer, Walhalla
27.04. NL Amstelveen, Headway Festival w Leprous, Freak Kitchen and many more
28.04. BE Eisden, Jan Hertog
30.04. DE Uelsen, UJT
Century Media Records, the Finnish Metal Expo, Inferno magazine, Terrorizer magazine and Imperiumi.net joined forces in 2010 to find the “Suomi Metal Star 2011.” Around 240 Finnish bands signed up to take part in the contest and 12 were selected to be voted on by the public prior to the end of that year. The four finalist bands played at the Finnish Metal Expo in Helsinki in February 2011 and it was ODDLAND from Turku who won over the majority of the jury members with its brand of sophisticated prog metal/rock — described as a cross between DEVIN TOWNSEND, OPETH and KATATONIA.
After spending months writing new material, ODDLAND has finally released its debut album, “The Treachery Of Senses”, on April 30. The effort will be made available in North America on May 8 as a digital download only.
A teaser for “The Treachery Of Senses” is available below.
“This record was long in the making, as most of the tracks were already composed when we got signed by Century Media, but even the older songs evolved a lot during pre-production,” says ODDLAND vocalist/guitarist Sakari Ojanen. “We feel that in the end we succeeded in making a great record as a whole, rather than just a collection of individual songs.”
He adds, “Working with Dan Swanö was very satisfactory — he really helped us attain the sound we were after. Also worth mentioning is the contribution of Samu Oittinen at Fantom Studios, who helped us nail the organic sound we wanted for the raw tracks.
“We feel there isn’t too much of this kind of music out there, so hopefully ‘The Treachery Of Senses’ won’t go unnoticed. In the end, we couldn’t be happier with the outcome — we feel we made a killer debut album.”
Swanö states: “One of the best albums I have mixed. Ever! Incredible songs, stellar musicianship. I am proud to be a part of this amazing record!”
ODDLAND teamed up with Elton Fernandes to perfect their artistic vision for “The Treachery Of Senses” album. Check out the cover artwork below. “The Treachery Of Senses” track listing:
01. Above And Beyond
02. Flooding Light
03. In The Eyes Of The Mourning
04. Aisle Of Array
05. Past The Gates
06. Still The Spirit Stays
07. In Endless Endeavour
08. Sewers
09. Lines Of Silver Blood
10. Ire
The song “Flooding Light” can now be streamed below.
ODDLAND was formed in 2003 when four 18-year-old “wimps” decided to play heavy music to as a mental anti-acne medication. The mental acne never disappeared, but neither did the passion to play overdriven music with captivating melodies and intense energy. So far they made two recordings: the EP “Connecions Critical Behind” (2007) and the demo/promo “Away From The Watching Eye” (2009).
For more information, visit the ODDLANDFacebook page. Source: Blabbermouth.net
Progressive metallers ODDLAND are premiering a second album track, “Flooding Light” from their upcoming album, “The Treachery Of Senses” which will be released on April 30th via Century Media Records and will be available as regular CD and digital download.
The track listing and album artwork can be seen below:
The Treachery Of Senses:
1. Above And Beyond
2. Flooding Light
3. In The Eyes Of The Mourning
4. Aisle Of Array
5. Past The Gates
6. Still The Spirit Stays
7. In Endless Endeavour
8. Sewers
9. Lines Of Silver Blood
10. Ire
ODDLAND is:
Sakari Ojanen – Vocals, guitars
Joni Palmroth – Bass
Ville Viitanen – Drums
Jussi Poikonen – Guitars
HELSINKI METAL MEETING has issued the following update:
- GHOUL PATROL, ODDLAND and ARTIFICIAL HEART to complete the line up
- Schedule now online on the Program page
- FINNISH METAL AWARDS – vote now
Helsinki Metal Meeting / Finnish Metal Expo taking place at the Cable Factory in Helsinki, Finland during February 17-18. has completed the 2012 roster.
Last pieces of the puzzle are all Finnish new comers: death ‘n’ roll group GHOUL PATROL, ODDLAND who are about to release their debut album via Century Media, and metalcore outfit ARTIFICIAL who were recently signed to Spinefarm Records.
Complete FME 2012 line up:
FRI 17.2.2012
EDGUY, PARADISE LOST, DIE APOKALYPTISCHEN REITER, ICS VORTEX, SOEN, SWALLOW THE SUN, OLDSCHOOL, AXEGRESSOR, CARNALATION, ARTIFICIAL HEART
UPDATE!!! Carnalation has unfortunately been forced to cancel their appearance at FME due to illness.
SAT 18.2.2012
STAM1NA, TURISAS, EVERGREY, FLESHGOD APOCALYPSE, ENGEL, AMORAL, FOR THE IMPERIUM, ORANSSI PAZUZU, GHOUL PATROL, PRESSURE POINTS, SINISTHRA, ODDLAND
FINNISH METAL AWARDS
Finnish Metal Awards voting will award the best Finnish metal of 2011. FMA gala will take place at the Cable Factory Main Stage on Saturday Feb 18. You can now vote for your favorite Finnish Metal Artists at www.imperiumi.net/index.php?act=fma.
We sell one day tickets and two-day tickets.
One-Day tickets cost 35 euros in advance and 40 euros at the door (if not sold out).
Two-day ticket costs 57 euros. Advance only.
Possible ticket agency fees will be added to the advance ticket price.
FME is an all-ages event with bars to those over 18 and feeling the urge for such services.
Progressive metallers ODDLAND who won the majority of the Suomi Metal Star contest jury members with sophisticated Prog Metal / Rock, have recently announced that they are working on new materials and their debut album, “Treachery Of Senses” will be released on April 30th via Century Media Records. The artwork for this album created by Elton Fernandes.
“This record was long in the making, as most of the tracks were already composed when we got signed by CM, but even the older songs evolved a lot during pre-production. We feel that in the end we succeeded in making a great record as a whole, rather than just a collection of individual songs.” says Sakari Ojanen (vocals / guitar). “Working with Dan Swanö was very satisfactory – he really helped us attain the sound we were after. Also worth mentioning is the contribution of Samu Oittinen at Fantom Studios, who helped us nail the organic sound we wanted for the raw tracks. We feel there isn’t too much of this kind of music out there so hopefully “The Treachery Of Senses” won’t go unnoticed. In the end, we couldn’t be happier with the outcome – we feel we made a killer debut album.” band posted
Dan Swanö, Unisound, also comments: “One of the best albums I have mixed. Ever! Incredible songs, stellar musicianship. I am proud to be a part of this amazing record!“
The Treachery Of Senses:
1. Above And Beyond
2. Flooding Light
3. In The Eyes Of The Mourning
4. Aisle Of Array
5. Past The Gates
6. Still The Spirit Stays
7. In Endless Endeavour
8. Sewers
9. Lines Of Silver Blood
10. Ire
Century Media Records, the Finnish Metal Expo, Inferno magazine, Terrorizermagazine and Imperiumi.net joined forces last year to find the “Suomi Metal Star 2011.” Around 240 Finnish bands signed up to take part in the contest and 12 were selected to be voted on by the public prior to this past New Year’s Eve. The four finalist bands played at the Finnish Metal Expo in Helsinki on Saturday, February 19 and it was ODDLAND from Turku who won over the majority of the jury members with its brand of sophisticated prog metal/rock — described as a cross between DEVIN TOWNSEND, OPETH and KATATONIA.
ODDLAND was formed in 2003 when four 18-year-old “wimps” decided to play heavy music to as a mental anti-acne medication. The mental acne never disappeared, but neither did the passion to play overdriven music with captivating melodies and intense energy. So far they made two recordings: the EP “Connecions Critical Behind” (2007) and the demo/promo “Away From The Watching Eye” (2009).
Commented ODDLAND: “We are absolutely thrilled to be signed by Century Media Records and to be recording our debut album with them. We’re very proud to become part of the Century Media family. There are many amazingly talented bands with the label and we’re very honored to become one of them. We’ve been playing together for a long time and it seems that all the hours spent at the rehearsal room were not in vain. We’re going to work very hard to make the best debut album we can possibly make. We don’t want to rush things, however, because we want to put out music that will make us stick around. And last but not least, we want to say a huge thank you to all the fans, friends and family who have supported us to this point. Thank you!”
Added Jens Prueter, head of A&R atCentury Media Recordsin Europe: “I was already convinced by their latest demo, but when it’s coming to complex progressive metal and rock, it’s even more important to see a band live. ODDLAND’s kind of music is not easy to play at all, but by the time they came on stage and played the first few notes, I knew they are special. I’m glad that we have next to TESSERACT another young band that combining classic prog influences with modern metal. Welcome ODDLAND!”
For more information, visit the ODDLANDFacebook page. – Source: Blabbermouth.net
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