The legendary Finnish metal band Soulgrind, founded in 1992, is set to release its tenth album, Ad Pulchram Mortem, via Inverse Records. The release date will be announced later. The first single, ‘Jylhä Metsämies’, is released today, and the music video can be seen here: https://youtu.be/aoBIyV44VOY
Guitarist Lord Heikkinen comments:
“It’s already been 15 years since the last Soulgrind release. Time has truly flown by. Occasionally, Azhemin and I would tinker with something small, but it always came to a halt for one reason or another. Tanya Lilith was living in Austria, which also slowed down the process. Whenever Tanya visited Finland, we’d demo a little something. However, during 2024, our enthusiasm grew, and songs began to emerge rapidly. There was also a lot of material stored away in the drawers. At times, it felt like maybe even too much. For every recording session, there was something new and exciting to discover, and at the same time, even grander things would be created. In other words, we’ve never had a shortage of material, quite the opposite. The only thing in short supply has been time. But now, Soulgrind has been given its place on the timeline once again.
For the album Ad Pulchram Mortem, we made 12 tracks. Of these, we chose “Jylhä metsämies” as the single. “Jylhä metsämies” is the story of a man who walks his own path, bowing to nothing not above, not below, not on this earth. The lyrics reflect Soulgrind very well itself. The music is very self-directed and copies no one or anything. This has always been the case and will remain so. The band sounds like itself. Musically, “Jylhä metsämies” covers the band’s journey from Whitsongs, through Kalma/Pakana, to The Tuoni Pathway, while also bringing in much that is new. All in all, in our opinion, it’s a brilliant way to open a new chapter. The album itself contains much more, with even some surprising material.
During the remainder of the year, we aim to finish up the Ad Pulchram Mortem album and release it, and of course, the desire to play live is strong. The package still needs some perfecting, and hopefully, we’ll get onto the stages during 2026. The Original Paganhood is back.”
LISTEN to ‘Jylhä metsämies’ on streaming services: https://push.fm/fl/soulgrind-jylha
BIOGRAPHY:
Soulgrind is a Finnish metal band formed in 1992, known primarily for their blend of gothic metal, thrash and black metal with a dark, melodic atmosphere. The band was founded by Lord Heikkinen, who has consistently contributed guitars and programming throughout their career.
Soulgrind’s music often explores themes related to the darker aspects of Finnish history and psyche, combining passion, war, and the “dark side of mind” into their lyrical content, reflecting a deep connection to Finland’s cultural and historical roots. But there has always been the bride side for the aspects as well. Classic war of love and hate.The sound has evolved over the time, but Soulgrind has maintained a core identity rooted in metal with a dark, atmospheric edge, resisting strict genre categorization and embracing musical development freely. Freedom of metal has always been the theme. And so it shall be.
Soulgrind is recognized for their intelligent and unique approach to metal, merging melodic and dark elements to create a distinctive sound within the Finnish metal scene. Their long-standing presence since the early 90s marks them as a significant act in the gothic and black metal genres in Finland.
Track list:
- Jylhä Metsämies
- Origins of The Serpent
- In The Circus of Tuonela
- Dark Water Wide
- Black Prediction´s Bite
- Tears of The Earth
- Weight of The Old Sins
- Ikiliekki
- Dance Of The White Wolf
- A Whispered Curse Upon The Gale
- As Narrow Fjord Descends
- Into The Shadows of Devotion
Line-up:
Lord Heikkinen: guitars
Azhemin: Keybords, vocals
Tanya Lilith: Vocals
Suntio: Drums:
JP: Bass
Micko Hell: Guitars, Vocals
Former members: Roope Latvala ( Children of Bodom, Stone ), Juke Eräkangas, Tommi McLaunone ( Gloomy Grim, Nomicon ), Henrik Laine (Deepred )
Links:
https://www.facebook.com/SoulgrindFinland
https://soulgrind.bandcamp.com
