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MARKO HIETALA UNVEILS NEW ALBUM “ROSES FROM THE DEEP” AND ANNOUNCES FINLAND TOUR

Renowned Finnish musician Marko Hietala, celebrated for his powerful voice, masterful bass skills, and poetic songwriting, has officially announced his highly anticipated solo album Roses From The Deep. The album, set to release on February 7, 2025, marks Hietala’s first major project since the critically acclaimed Pyre of the Black Heart in 2020.

Blending dark, introspective lyricism with lush, cinematic soundscapes, Roses From The Deep promises an immersive musical journey that transcends genres. With elements of progressive rock, folk, and symphonic metal, the album explores themes of fragility, resilience, and finding light in the depths of darkness.

Latest Single: ‘Impatient Zero’

The album’s latest single, ‘Impatient Zero,’ is a stunning showcase of Hietala’s signature sound. With a stomping, groovy beat and a grand, anthemic chorus, the track delves into the inner struggles of battling personal demons. Accompanied by a visually captivating music video, ‘Impatient Zero’ sets the stage for the album’s ambitious narrative.




👉 Listen now: Impatient Zero

Hietala reflects on the track, stating:
“‘Impatient Zero’ is about the continuous assault of inner monsters and the harsh truth that, in this reality, others see those monsters too, instead of our real face.”

Other Singles Building Anticipation

  • ‘Left On Mars’: A haunting duet with Tarja Turunen that has become an instant fan favorite.
  • ‘Frankenstein’s Wife’: A dark tale with intricate storytelling and a powerful composition.

These releases have solidified Roses From The Deep as one of the most eagerly awaited albums of 2025.

Album Details and Pre-Order

Formats:

  • CD Jewelcase
  • 2 LP Gatefold (Oxblood Red Vinyl)

Tracklist:

  1. Frankenstein’s Wife
  2. Left On Mars
  3. Proud Whore
  4. Two Soldiers
  5. The Dragon Must Die
  6. The Devil You Know
  7. Rebel of the North
  8. Impatient Zero
  9. Tammikuu
  10. Roses From The Deep

👉 Pre-order here: Roses From The Deep

Finland Album Release Tour

To celebrate the album’s release, Hietala and his band will embark on a tour across Finland.
Tour Dates:

  • 07.02 – Lahti, Finlandia Klubi
  • 08.02 – Kuopio, Sawohouse Underground
  • 12.02 – Helsinki, Tavastia
  • 13.02 – Savonlinna, House Of Olaf
  • 14.02 – Tampere, Olympia-kortteli
  • 15.02 – Turku, Logomo

About Marko Hietala

With decades of experience, Marko Hietala has been a key figure in the Finnish and international music scene, known for his emotive performances and genre-defying compositions. Roses From The Deep promises to solidify his reputation as one of the most innovative artists of his generation.

Line-Up:

  • Marko Hietala | Bass, Vocals
  • Tuomas Wäinölä | Guitar
  • Vili Ollila / Bob Engstrand | Keyboards
  • Anssi Nykänen | Drums

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VV & The Void Unveil Haunting New Video for “It Is Happening Again”

VV & The Void has released a mesmerizing video for the track “It Is Happening Again”, taken from their spellbinding album The Cage, which debuted earlier this year. Frontwoman and visionary Valentina Veil describes the track as “a love song with a bittersweet feel—the last dance of hearts once in sync. Love fades, leaving empty spaces, and it’s hard to escape. Perhaps, in the end, we don’t really want to.” With poignant lyrics like “your lips still warm, the kiss before the fall”, the song captures a lingering sadness alongside a nostalgic yearning for what could have been.

The surreal and otherworldly video, created by LA-based filmmaker Sarah Bitely, perfectly complements the track’s emotional weight. Through striking phantasmagoric imagery, the video explores a realm where time and space defy logic, mirroring the song’s themes of love, loss, and longing.

Formed in Melbourne, Australia, VV & The Void made a powerful debut in 2018 with the critically lauded album The Upper Room. Known for their ethereal, gothic, and minimal-drone sound, their music explores the balance between grace and disproportion. Now based in Berlin, Valentina Veil has continued to carve an impressive path in the darkwave genre with a string of standout releases, frequent European performances, and collaborations with Metropolis Records artists like Night Nail.

Their latest album, The Cage, is available via Paris-based Icy Cold Records on vinyl, CD, and all major digital platforms.

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