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An intimate and up-close video of HANGING GARDEN performing five songs to a small crowd at Paja & Bureau design company in Finland has made its way on-line in advance of “Citylight Sessions” EP, which drops in digital format on April 19th via Agonia Records. Watch the full concert, here:

On “Citylight Sessions”, the Finnish ensemble unveils a journey into the urban and the ethereal. The distinctive release showcases a series of alternative renditions of five tracks from their critically acclaimed album, 2023’s “The Garden”; bringing a fresh, atmospheric perspective to their signature sound. 

In an unprecedented move, HANGING GARDEN transforms its sonic landscape by stripping away the familiar cloak of gothic doom metal. Instead, the band embraces a lush symphony of synths, ethereal guitar soundscapes, and drum machines, creating an intimate and hauntingly beautiful experience.

“Citylight Sessions” was recorded during an intimate live performance at the contemporary gallery space of the design company Paja & Bureau. The juxtaposition of HANGING GARDEN‘s haunting melodies against the backdrop of Paja & Bureau‘s innovative design space creates an experience that is delightfully distinct from conventional music venues. 

The mixing, mastering and cover artwork were done by Toni Hatakka.

Tracklisting:
1. The Journey (Live Remake)
2. The Four Winds (Live Remake)
3. The Garden (Live Remake)
4. The Fireside (Live Remake)
5. The Construct (Live Remake)

Line-up:
Toni Hatakka – vocals
Riikka Hatakka – vocals
Jussi Hämäläinen – guitars, vocals
Mikko Kolari – guitars
Kimmo Tukiainen – guitars
Nino Hynninen – keyboards
Jussi Kirves – bass
Antti Ruokola – drums

Website: http://hanging-garden.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HangingGardenOfficial
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hanginggrdn
Bandcamp: https://hanginggarden.bandcamp.com/