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ENSIFERUM ‘Path To Glory’ European Tour Kicking Off Shortly

Posted by tarjavirmakari on March 23, 2018
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Finnish Metal Gods ENSIFERUM will be kicking off their ‘Path To Glory‘ European tour on April 3rd!

WIND ROSE from Italy have now been confirmed as the opening act. ENSIFERUM themselves will be available for meet & greet (free of charge!) at most shows. Check out the shoutout from the band about it here: facebook.com

Metal Hammer, Legacy, MusiX, metal.de present:
‘Path To Glory’ Tour 2018
ENSIFERUM
+ EX DEO
+ WIND ROSE
03.04.2018 (DE) HAMBURG / Gruenspan
04.04.2018 (DK) COPENHAGEN / Vega
05.04.2018 (SE) STOCKHOLM / Klubben
06.04.2018 (SE) GOTHENBURG / Sticky Fingers
07.04.2018 (DK) AARHUS / Royal Metal Festival
08.04.2018 (DE) ROSTOCK / Mau
09.04.2018 (PL) GDYNIA / Ucho
10.04.2018 (PL) WARSAW / Proxima
11.04.2018 (PL) KATOWICE / Mega Club
12.04.2018 (PL) WROCLAW / Zaklete Rewiry
13.04.2018 (CS) ZLIN / Masters of Rock Cafe
14.04.2018 (DE) LEIPZIG / Hellraiser
15.04.2018 (DE) LUDWIGSBURG / Rockfabrik
17.04.2018 (AT) DORNBIRN / Conrad Sohm
18.04.2018 (FR) STRASBOURG / La Laiterie
19.04.2018 (FR) GRENOBLE / Belle Electric
20.04.2018 (FR) LIMOGES / John Lennon
21.04.2018 (ES) BARCELONA / Salamandra 1
22.04.2018 (ES) MURCIA / Garaje
23.04.2018 (ES) MADRID / Mon
25.04.2018 (FR) TOULOUSE / Le Metronum
26.04.2018 (IT) MILAN / Live Club
27.04.2018 (IT) TORINO / Hiroshima Mon Amour
28.04.2018 (DE) GEISELWIND / Music Hall
29.04.2018 (NL) DRACHTEN / Iduna
30.04.2018 (BE) KORTRIJK / De Kreun
01.05.2018 (GB) LONDON / O2 Academy Islington
02.05.2018 (DE) COLOGNE / Essigfabrik
03.05.2018 (DE) HANNOVER / Musikzentrum
04.05.2018 (DE) MUNICH / Backstage
05.05.2018 (DE) DRESDEN / Loco Club
06.05.2018 (AT) VIENNA / Szene
08.05.2018 (HU) BUDAPEST / Barba Negra Track
09.05.2018 (HR) ZAGREB / Klub Mochvara
10.05.2018 (SK) BRATISLAVA / Majestic Music Club
11.05.2018 (AT) WÖRGL / Komma
12.05.2018 (CH) PRATTELN / Z7
13.05.2018 (NL) NIJMEGEN / Doornroosje

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ENSIFERUM released their new album ‘Two Paths‘ in September of 2017 via Metal Blade Records; for their efforts, the band has entered the worldwide charts, e.g. # 4 in Finland, # 9 in Germany, # 18 in Switzerland, # 35 in Canada and # 160 in the USA.

To preview and purchase ‘Two Paths‘, please visit: metalblade.com/ensiferum

You can’t talk about the true greats of folk-inspired melodic death metal without reverent mention of ENSIFERUM, and with ‘Two Paths‘ they once more affirm their place in the pantheons of the genre. Further building upon the thrilling metallic hybrid honed across six full-lengths, ‘Two Paths‘ is simultaneously the Finnish quintet’s most epic and far-reaching collection and their most organic, which definitely sets it apart from the pack. Additionally, the album literally takes the concept of ‘Two Paths‘ to heart, with two different versions of standout tracks ‘Don’t You Say’ and ‘God Is Dead’. “Even though Ensiferum has always had clean vocals and choirs, harsh vocals have been the main style, and those songs worked so well with both styles that we decided to include both versions,” explains bassist/vocalist Sami Hinkka. With Mikko P. Mustonen again handling orchestral arrangements and Lassi Logren returning to play nyckelharpa and violin on a few songs, Hinkka is also more than happy that they brought “more bombastic orchestral and down to earth folk aspects” to the record, further fleshing out their vision. This also applies to the contribution of Gyula Havancsak, who provided the artwork for both ‘Two Paths‘ and its predecessor, ‘One Man Army‘. “It was really nice to work with him again because he always wants to hear our ideas and then he adds his own magic and improvements to them, and the result is always astonishing.“

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ENSIFERUM Announce ‘Path To Glory’ European Tour For April 2018

Posted by tarjavirmakari on December 21, 2017
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Finnish Metal Gods ENSIFERUM have just announced a full European tour for April 2018!

Comments ENSIFERUM bassist Sami Hinkka: “Greetings fellow metalheads! With great pride, we announce our next tour “Path To Glory”! It’s been ages since we did a tour this long and thorough all across Europe, so it’s going to be a blast, night after night for weeks! And that’s what we love to do: party hard with the craziest crowd in the world! We are gonna treat you with a special set combining new, old and rare Ensiferum hits! We are extremely thrilled to share the stage with the mighty Ex Deo who are returning to Europe after many years! This is going to be one hell of a tour! See you all in the moshpit!“

Metal Hammer, Legacy, MusiX, metal.de präsentieren:
‘Path To Glory’ Tour 2018
ENSIFERUM
+ EX DEO
03.04.2018 (DE) HAMBURG / Gruenspan
04.04.2018 (DK) COPENHAGEN / Vega
05.04.2018 (SE) STOCKHOLM / Klubben
06.04.2018 (SE) GOTHENBURG / Sticky Fingers
07.04.2018 (DK) AARHUS / Royal Metal Festival
08.04.2018 (DE) ROSTOCK / Mau
09.04.2018 (PL) GDYNIA / Ucho
10.04.2018 (PL) WARSAW / Proxima
11.04.2018 (PL) KATOWICE / Mega Club
12.04.2018 (PL) WROCLAW / Zaklete Rewiry
13.04.2018 (CS) ZLIN / Masters of Rock Cafe
14.04.2018 (DE) LEIPZIG / Hellraiser
15.04.2018 (DE) LUDWIGSBURG / Rockfabrik
17.04.2018 (AT) DORNBIRN / Conrad Sohm
18.04.2018 (FR) STRASBOURG / La Laiterie
19.04.2018 (FR) GRENOBLE / Belle Electric
20.04.2018 (FR) LIMOGES / John Lennon
21.04.2018 (ES) BARCELONA / Salamandra 1
22.04.2018 (ES) MURCIA / Garaje
23.04.2018 (ES) MADRID / Mon
25.04.2018 (FR) TOULOUSE / Le Metronum
26.04.2018 (IT) MILAN / Live Club
27.04.2018 (IT) BOLOGNA / Zona Roveri
28.04.2018 (DE) GEISELWIND / Music Hall
29.04.2018 (NL) DRACHTEN / Iduna
30.04.2018 (BE) KORTRIJK / De Kreun
01.05.2018 (GB) LONDON / O2 Academy Islington
02.05.2018 (DE) COLOGNE / Essigfabrik
03.05.2018 (DE) HANNOVER / Musikzentrum
04.05.2018 (DE) MUNICH / Backstage
05.05.2018 (DE) DRESDEN / Loco Club
06.05.2018 (AT) VIENNA / Szene
08.05.2018 (HU) BUDAPEST / Barba Negra Track
09.05.2018 (HR) ZAGREB / Klub Mochvara
10.05.2018 (SK) BRATISLAVA / Majestic Music Club
11.05.2018 (AT) WÖRGL / Komma
12.05.2018 (CH) PRATTELN / Z7
13.05.2018 (NL) NIJMEGEN / Doornroosje

ensiferum-glory

ENSIFERUM released their new album ‘Two Paths‘ in September of 2017 via Metal Blade Records; for their efforts, the band has entered the worldwide charts, e.g. # 4 in Finland, # 9 in Germany, # 18 in Switzerland, # 35 in Canada and # 160 in the USA.

To preview and purchase ‘Two Paths‘, please visit: metalblade.com/ensiferum

You can’t talk about the true greats of folk-inspired melodic death metal without reverent mention of ENSIFERUM, and with ‘Two Paths‘ they once more affirm their place in the pantheons of the genre. Further building upon the thrilling metallic hybrid honed across six full-lengths, ‘Two Paths‘ is simultaneously the Finnish quintet’s most epic and far-reaching collection and their most organic, which definitely sets it apart from the pack. Additionally, the album literally takes the concept of ‘Two Paths‘ to heart, with two different versions of standout tracks ‘Don’t You Say’ and ‘God Is Dead’. “Even though Ensiferum has always had clean vocals and choirs, harsh vocals have been the main style, and those songs worked so well with both styles that we decided to include both versions,” explains bassist/vocalist Sami Hinkka. With Mikko P. Mustonen again handling orchestral arrangements and Lassi Logren returning to play nyckelharpa and violin on a few songs, Hinkka is also more than happy that they brought “more bombastic orchestral and down to earth folk aspects” to the record, further fleshing out their vision. This also applies to the contribution of Gyula Havancsak, who provided the artwork for both ‘Two Paths‘ and its predecessor, ‘One Man Army‘. “It was really nice to work with him again because he always wants to hear our ideas and then he adds his own magic and improvements to them, and the result is always astonishing.“

METALHEADS FOREVER: September 2017 Issue Available, Feat. Interviews with FUELED BY FEAR, F.WAY and Metal Blade’s BRIAN SLAGEL

Posted by tarjavirmakari on September 21, 2017
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METALHEADS FOREVER, one of the biggest metal entities out there (having today more than 102000 members), led by David Maloney, have posted online the September 2017 issue, featuring interviews with ALPHA OMEGA Roster acts FUELED BY FEAR and F.WAY alongside interviews with Metal Blade‘s BRIAN SLAGEL (done by Tarja Virmakari from Alpha Omega Management/Metal Shock Finland/Truemetal.it). See the direct links below. The September issue includes also the interviews with OVERKILL, BELPHEGOR, ENSIFERUM, EXODUS, several reviews and many more!

FUELED BY FEAR – F.WAY – BRIAN SLAGEL

To read all the interviews and the whole METALHEADS FOREVER September 2017 issue, go here: http://www.mhf-mag.com and get more information here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/MetalOnLoud

More information at:
FUELED BY FEAR: https://www.facebook.com/fueledbyfear
F.WAY: http://www.facebook.com/fwaymusic
MANAGEMENT: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialAlphaOmegaManagement

ENSIFERUM Launch “Making Of” Documentary Video For New Album ‘Two Paths’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on September 15, 2017
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Today (September 15th), ENSIFERUM release their seventh full-length, Two Paths, worldwide via Metal Blade Records. Produced by Anssi Kippo, the master was recorded on tape, for a true analog experience. The band has now launched a “making of” documentary video for the album, which can be viewed at: youtube.com/watch?v=iaUE85WKTPw. Fans can also watch the video live now at facebook.com/Ensiferum – where a live stream of the forest green-marbled vinyl edition of Two Paths will take place afterwards.

For another preview of Two Paths, the previous singles (“King of Storms”, “For Those About to Fight for Metal”, “Way of the Warrior”) can be heard at: metalblade.com/ensiferum

You can’t talk about the true greats of folk-inspired melodic death metal without reverent mention of Ensiferum, and with Two Paths they once more affirm their place in the pantheons of the genre. Further building upon the thrilling metallic hybrid honed across six full-lengths, Two Paths is simultaneously the Finnish quintet’s most epic and far-reaching collection and their most organic, which definitely sets it apart from the pack. Additionally, the album literally takes the concept of Two Paths to heart, with two different versions of standout tracks “Don’t You Say” and “God Is Dead”. “Even though Ensiferum has always had clean vocals and choirs, harsh vocals have been the main style, and those songs worked so well with both styles that we decided to include both versions,” explains bassist/vocalist Sami Hinkka. With Mikko P. Mustonen again handling orchestral arrangements and Lassi Logren returning to play nyckelharpa and violin on a few songs, Hinkka is also more than happy that they brought “more bombastic orchestral and down to earth folk aspects” to the record, further fleshing out their vision. This also applies to the contribution of Gyula Havancsak, who provided the artwork for both Two Paths and its predecessor, One Man Army. “It was really nice to work with him again because he always wants to hear our ideas and then he adds his own magic and improvements to them, and the result is always astonishing.”

Two Paths track-listing
1. Ajattomasta Unesta
2. For Those About to Fight for Metal
3. Way of the Warrior
4. Two Paths
5. King of Storms
6. Feast with Valkyries
7. Don’t You Say
8. I Will Never Kneel
9. God Is Dead
10. Hail to the Victor
11. Unettomaan Aikaan
12. God Is Dead (Alternative Version)
13. Don’t You Say (Alternative Version)

From September 27th, 2017 onward, Ensiferum will present Two Paths live on stage, splitting their European tour into two parts. The first part will be in September with six dates in three countries, and then in April 2018 there will be an extended tour through many more European countries. In between that time, Ensiferum will visit all other continents. See below for all confirmed shows, with more to be announced soon!

Ensiferum tour dates:
Sept. 26 – Bochum, Germany – Zeche
Sept. 27 – Langen, Germany – Stadthalle
Sept. 28 – Arnhem, Netherlands – Luxor Live
Sept. 29 – Berlin, Germany – SO36
Sept. 30 – Osnabruck, Germany – Hyde Park
Oct. 1 – Paris, France – La Machine

ENSIFERUM Launches New Track “King of Storms”

Posted by tarjavirmakari on September 12, 2017
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Ensiferum-2017

This Friday (September 15th), ENSIFERUM will release their seventh full-length, Two Paths, worldwide via Metal Blade Records. Produced by Anssi Kippo, the master was recorded on tape, for a true analog experience. In anticipation of this release, the band has now launched a new single, “King of Storms”, which can be streamed at: metalblade.com/ensiferum

Ensiferum will do a live un-boxing video for the deluxe wooden box on Wednesday, September 13th at 5PM CET//8AM PST at: facebook.com/Ensiferum. To view the vinyl master tape cutting, fans can watch a video by T. Ruotsalainen and A. Kippo at: youtube.com/watch?v=4KEuGT1Nfd4

You can’t talk about the true greats of folk-inspired melodic death metal without reverent mention of Ensiferum, and with Two Paths they once more affirm their place in the pantheons of the genre. Further building upon the thrilling metallic hybrid honed across six full-lengths, Two Paths is simultaneously the Finnish quintet’s most epic and far-reaching collection and their most organic, which definitely sets it apart from the pack. Additionally, the album literally takes the concept of Two Paths to heart, with two different versions of standout tracks “Don’t You Say” and “God Is Dead”. “Even though Ensiferum has always had clean vocals and choirs, harsh vocals have been the main style, and those songs worked so well with both styles that we decided to include both versions,” explains bassist/vocalist Sami Hinkka. With Mikko P. Mustonen again handling orchestral arrangements and Lassi Logren returning to play nyckelharpa and violin on a few songs, Hinkka is also more than happy that they brought “more bombastic orchestral and down to earth folk aspects” to the record, further fleshing out their vision. This also applies to the contribution of Gyula Havancsak, who provided the artwork for both Two Paths and its predecessor, One Man Army. “It was really nice to work with him again because he always wants to hear our ideas and then he adds his own magic and improvements to them, and the result is always astonishing.”

Two Paths track-listing
1. Ajattomasta Unesta
2. For Those About to Fight for Metal
3. Way of the Warrior
4. Two Paths
5. King of Storms
6. Feast with Valkyries
7. Don’t You Say
8. I Will Never Kneel
9. God Is Dead
10. Hail to the Victor
11. Unettomaan Aikaan
12. God Is Dead (Alternative Version)
13. Don’t You Say (Alternative Version)

Ensiferum-TwoPaths

From September 27th, 2017 onward, Ensiferum will present Two Paths live on stage, splitting their European tour into two parts. The first part will be in September with six dates in three countries, and then in April 2018 there will be an extended tour through many more European countries. In between that time, Ensiferum will visit all other continents. See below for all confirmed shows, with more to be announced soon!

Ensiferum tour dates:
Sept. 26 – Bochum, Germany – Zeche
Sept. 27 – Langen, Germany – Stadthalle
Sept. 28 – Arnhem, Netherlands – Luxor Live
Sept. 29 – Berlin, Germany – SO36
Sept. 30 – Osnabruck, Germany – Hyde Park
Oct. 1 – Paris, France – La Machine

ENSIFERUM Launch Live Studio Tracking Video For “Unettomaan Aikaan”

Posted by tarjavirmakari on August 29, 2017
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Ensiferum-2017

On September 15th, ENSIFERUM will release their seventh full-length, Two Paths, worldwide via Metal Blade Records. Produced by Anssi Kippo, the master was recorded on tape, for a true analog experience. For a preview of the album, fans can watch the tracking for the closing song on the album, “Unettomaan Aikaan”, here:

To hear the previous singles, “For Those About to Fight for Metal” and “Way of the Warrior”, please visit: metalblade.com/ensiferum

To view the vinyl master tape cutting, fans can watch a video by T. Ruotsalainen and A. Kippo at: youtube.com/watch?v=4KEuGT1Nfd4

You can’t talk about the true greats of folk-inspired melodic death metal without reverent mention of Ensiferum, and with Two Paths they once more affirm their place in the pantheons of the genre. Further building upon the thrilling metallic hybrid honed across six full-lengths, Two Paths is simultaneously the Finnish quintet’s most epic and far-reaching collection and their most organic, which definitely sets it apart from the pack. Additionally, the album literally takes the concept of Two Paths to heart, with two different versions of standout tracks “Don’t You Say” and “God Is Dead”. “Even though Ensiferum has always had clean vocals and choirs, harsh vocals have been the main style, and those songs worked so well with both styles that we decided to include both versions,” explains bassist/vocalist Sami Hinkka. With Mikko P. Mustonen again handling orchestral arrangements and Lassi Logren returning to play nyckelharpa and violin on a few songs, Hinkka is also more than happy that they brought “more bombastic orchestral and down to earth folk aspects” to the record, further fleshing out their vision. This also applies to the contribution of Gyula Havancsak, who provided the artwork for both Two Paths and its predecessor, One Man Army. “It was really nice to work with him again because he always wants to hear our ideas and then he adds his own magic and improvements to them, and the result is always astonishing.”

Two Paths track-listing
1. Ajattomasta Unesta
2. For Those About to Fight for Metal
3. Way of the Warrior
4. Two Paths
5. King of Storms
6. Feast with Valkyries
7. Don’t You Say
8. I Will Never Kneel
9. God Is Dead
10. Hail to the Victor
11. Unettomaan Aikaan
12. God Is Dead (Alternative Version)
13. Don’t You Say (Alternative Version)

Ensiferum-TwoPaths

From September 27th, 2017 onward, Ensiferum will present Two Paths live on stage, splitting their European tour into two parts. The first part will be in September with six dates in three countries, and then in April 2018 there will be an extended tour through many more European countries. In between that time, Ensiferum will visit all other continents. See below for all confirmed shows, with more to be announced soon!

Ensiferum tour dates:
Sept. 26 – Bochum, Germany – Zeche
Sept. 27 – Langen, Germany – Stadthalle
Sept. 28 – Arnhem, Netherlands – Luxor Live
Sept. 29 – Berlin, Germany – SO36
Sept. 30 – Osnabruck, Germany – Hyde Park
Oct. 1 – Paris, France – La Machine