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Iranian JUPITERIUM Debut ‘1984’ Lyric Video Featuring Mark Jansen, Niklas Stålvind, Niclas Etelävuori

Posted by tarjavirmakari on October 18, 2017
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Perhaps Iran is a country you mostly know for oil, Persian cats and carpets and recently, nuclear arguments. But don’t be surprised to find out that heavy metal is alive in Iran and there are lots of active bands, one of them being JUPITERIUM. This is a new sci-fi melodic metal project formed by Mohsen ‘Stargazer’ Fayazi and Ehsan Imani.

Today, JUPITERIUM has launched a new lyric video for the song ‘1984’ which features Mark Jansen (EPICA), Niklas Stålvind (WOLF, THE DOOMSDAY KINGDOM) and Niclas Etelävuori (ex AMORPHIS, KYYRIA). The video can be seen below:

WOLF‘s frontman Niklas Stålvind commented: “The song has something to tell us, and I felt I really connected with it as soon as I heard it. Sadly, the lyrics are very valid these days. But hey, if you don’t care about the deeper meaning, you can still enjoy the music and BANG YOUR HEAD to it!

I hope that as many people as possible help out in spreading the song and support the guys behind it. Your support will mean more than you think. I feel honoured to have a chance to help out with vocals for this song. Respect!”

“Jupiterium must be one of the most unexpected projects I have ever worked” stated Niclas Etelävuori who left AMORPHIS recently after 17 years of success and who has also worked with MOONSPELL during his career. “It’s the first metal band I ever heard of coming from Iran and their song 1984 totally kicks ass! It is proof that metal is global and can come from anywhere and even if you have to struggle to practice your art, if it’s in your heart everything is possible. Jupiterium is probably the most positive news I have heard from the Middle East in my lifetime. Keep it up & turn it up!”

EPICA mastermind, Mark Jansen expressed: “A song with a great drive and catchy melodies. I’m sure many people will enjoy this track!”

Mohsen who is also a metal music journalist and Chief Editor of Metal Shock Finland stated the following on the JUPITERIUM’s current work: “1984 was actually the first song that Ehsan and I wrote and it was about a year ago. At the beginning, we were not serious about forming a band and we just wanted to create a couple of songs. But later when we received positive reactions from our friends, we changed the plan. We have a few songs ready and completed and we are working on more, so hopefully we will have a full studio album to release the next year.

In 21st century I believe we will survive together or we all will fall. The age of local issues are done, it’s global issues now and it’s getting worse and worse. That’s why our lyrics are very dark and the music is heavy.”

‘1984’ Credits:
* The song is written by Ehsan Imani and Mohsen “Stargazer” Fayazi
* Lyrics by Mohsen “Stargazer” Fayazi
* Recorded, mixed and mastered by Ehsan Imani
* Vocals by Niklas Stalvind
* Backing vocals by Mark Jansen
* Bass by Niclas Etelävuori
* Guitars by Ehsan Imani
* Video creation and production by Mohsen “Stargazer” Fayazi

JUPITERIUM are:
Ehsan Imani
Mohsen “Stargazer” Fayazi

More info on JUPITERIUM:

https://www.facebook.com/JupiteriumBand/
https://www.instagram.com/jupiteriumband/

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AMORPHIS: Niclas Etelävuori Announces Departure From The Band

Posted by aliblackdiamond on April 27, 2017
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Finnish metal giants AMORPHIS have announced via their official Facebook page that bass player Niclas Etelävuori has decided to leave the band, due to management issues. The full statements from Niclas and AMORPHIS can be read below:

“Dear all,

We just arrived back home from almost an 8 week North American tour that was a great success in many ways.

A humble thank you to all who came to the shows and meet & greets to tell us that we were truly missed last 8 years. Next tour will take place much sooner, that’s for sure.

There are a lot of things happening right now in Amorphis camp but the saddest part is that our dear brother Niclas Etelävuori has decided to part ways with Amorphis. His decision has nothing to do with the band, no bad blood, no hard feelings between us so it is better that you read his statement and thoughts below. It’s really hard to describe the feelings everyone is going through right now, especially when we have worked as a family with him for so many years. People should understand that Amorphis has always been a democratic band and it’s pretty obvious that not all choices can please everyone. Some people don’t get along with each other, that’s life. The focus and all decisions have still aimed for the greater good and only what is best for AMORPHIS. We will continue with our current management as we feel that there is no distrust between us whatsoever.

Even in these circumstances the show must go on, so we are happy to announce that our old friend and original Amorphis bass player Olli-Pekka (Oppu) Laine is going to play the forthcoming shows and festivals with us. It’s been a long time since we played together but it sure is going to be nostalgic and great fun. Rest of the year continues busy as we are now heading to Russia after couple of weeks and from there to Radio Rock (FIN) cruise before the festival season starts. Under The Red Cloud tour will end in September and after that we start to work on a new album. We’ll keep you informed about that later on.

Most of all, we want to wish Niclas nothing but the best in the future and he will always remain as a close brother to us.

Shine on!

TomiJ, Esa, TomiK, Santeri, Jan“

Photo by Ville Juurikkala

Statement from Niclas:

“Hello everyone,

I’ve been avoiding hanging on Facebook since it was invented but now I feel it’s probably the only way to get my message out as intended so I have to start now.

I’m very very sad to inform you that after 17 years I’ve decided to leave my duties as bass player of Amorphis. This is probably the hardest decision I ever made in my life. I still love the music and the guys and the crew are still my brothers and I wish them all all the best in the future. There’s absolutely no bad blood between us.

The reason for my departure is 100% due to the (mis)management of the band. It probably sounds crazy to most of you, but that’s how it is (music business can sometimes be very complicated). I got the guy his job back in the day and now I only heard lies and bullshit for the last many years, I just had enough so I gotta go I can’t work or live like that. It is pretty obvious to me that the manager only works for his own best interest not for the bands best interest, and that’s not how it should be.
Strange enough for me ”most” of the band still wants to continue on this path so I better find another one.
We all gotta do what we believe in and I don’t believe in our manager anymore. I have left the door open if the band would decide to change things.
Staying true to yourself is most important in life and that’s what I’m trying to do, you only live once and life is too short for bullshit. I could probably write a book about it but I’ll save that for later now I’m too tired and I have to look for a new job.

I’d like to thank all the fans, companies, people I’ve met and worked with all over the world over the years it’s been a blast. I hope we meet again some sunny day.

Regards,
Niclas

p.s. Bands never let your booking agent be your manager!!! (just a little advice, that we didn’t take)”

Niclas Etelävuori, AMORPHIS
Bloodstock 2013

 

Interview With Niclas Etelävuori, AMORPHIS: Bloodstock 2013, “Bon Scott was the best rock singer ever.”

Posted by aliblackdiamond on August 23, 2013
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AMORPHIS Bloodstock 2013

AMORPHIS
Bloodstock 2013

One of Finland’s finest metal masters, progressive metallers AMORPHIS (derived from the word ‘amorphous’) have been around since 1990 and have since evolved and changed both musically and with their band members. They continue working hard to keep creating their unique sound loved by their fans and released their eleventh studio album “Circle” earlier this year.

AMORPHIS are currently on their “Circle” world tour, playing several festivals along the way. Prior to their recent performance at Bloodstock 2013, Blackdiamond caught up with bass player Niclas Etelävuori and chatted about all things music! Check out some excerpts from the conversation and listen to the audio interview below:

Discussing the “Circle” world tour and upcoming plans for the band, Niclas said:

“After next weekend, we have a couple of weeks off, then we have ten shows in Russia and we go to Australia, China, Japan, Korea and Taiwan. Then we have a European tour and who knows what else! [laughs] We’re booking already for next year, then we’ll start to work on new stuff again, that’s how we roll [laughs].

The record came out, there was six months with nothing, so we already have a little bit of stuff going on. So we’re excited to go and try that, if we can remember it after finishing this touring! We have some demos but we haven’t rehearsed them together.”

Chatting about music and his love of AC/DC, Niclas revealed:

“Looking forward to the new album whenever it comes; I like Brian Johnson, but I think Bon Scott was the best rock singer ever.”

Niclas Etelävuori, AMORPHIS Bloodstock 2013

Niclas Etelävuori, AMORPHIS
Bloodstock 2013

GREASE HELMET Debut Lands On Finnish Chart

Posted by aliblackdiamond on October 1, 2012
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Source: Blabbermouth.net

The self-titled debut album from GREASE HELMET, the new Finnish band featuring former HANOI ROCKS guitarist Andy McCoy alongside members of AMORPHIS, has entered the official chart in Finland at position No. 22.

GREASE HELMET was founded in 2009 by Niclas Etelävuori (bass; AMORPHIS) and Jere Garcia (vocals). They were eventually joined by Jan Rechberger (drums; AMORPHIS) and Ben Varon (rhythm guitar, AMORAL) and McCoy.
According to a press release, “Grease Helmet” “travels from present time to the history of rock with flavors of funk, blues, classic hard rock and psychedelic colors.”

Commented the band: “We wrote the songs together in rehearsals from different ideas and riffs. They tell many stories. There is a message from Andy to all non-believers. Songs tell also classic rock stories and bring along L.A. vibes, celebration of rock, pretty women, fast cars and the true spirit.”

GREASE HELMET‘s first single, “Keep Your Helmet Greasy”, “represents traditional hard rock,” while the single’s “B-side, “Mustang Bebe”, “respects the early years of rock’ n’ roll with sounds from the ’50″s,” according to a press release.