The arctic saga of Suotana reaches its pinnacle: the new album “OUNAS II” is unleashed today on CD, vinyl, and all streaming platforms – and to mark the occasion, the band presents the breathtaking video for “Winter Visions”.
A central piece of “OUNAS II”, “Winter Visions” encapsulates the band’s signature blend of sweeping melodies, ferocious riffing, and lyrical storytelling rooted deep in the myth and nature of the North. The track paints a vivid portrait of winter’s eternal embrace – a frozen realm where the veil between reality and dream blurs, echoing both melancholy and triumph.
Watch the official music video here:
The band comments:
Ounas II is a natural continuation of the journey we started with Ounas I. It’s incredibly rewarding to finally share this release with the world, and we’re all genuinely proud of what we’ve created. This record marks a clear step forward for the band, not only musically, but also in terms of our overall expression and artistic direction. With strong roots in Lapland and traces of Finnish mythology woven throughout, Ounas II explores stories that sometimes turn out to be true even if they sound absolutely beyond belief. We also journey deep into the wilderness of the mind, so be warned: not all paths lead back.
With OUNAS II, Suotana not only continue their arctic saga but elevate it to a new dimension – an epic journey through myth, nature, and soul. Each song resonates with the band’s vision of combining ferocious melodic death metal with the deep-rooted mysticism of Finland’s cultural heritage.
“OUNAS II” is out now via Reaper Entertainment. Order the album here: https://lnk.to/OunasII
Later this year, Suotana will bring “OUNAS II” to stages across Europe, joining forces with fellow Finnish heavyweights Wolfheartand Before The Dawn, along with Greece’s Full House Brew Crew, on a massive autumn tour across the continent.
Tourdates:
25.09. De Helling, Utrecht, NL
26.09. Kulturwerk, Herford, DE
27.09. Kubana, Siegburg, DE
29.09. Backstage By The Mill, Paris, FR
01.10. Logo, Hamburg, DE
02.10. Hellraiser, Leipzig, DE
03.10. Turock, Essen, DE
04.10. Café Central, Weinheim, DE
05.10. Analog Music Hall, Budapest, HU
06.10. Klub Zaścianek, Krakow, PL
07.10. Collosseum, Košice, SK
08.10. Rock Café, Prague, CZ
09.10. Orto Bar, Ljubljana SI
10.10. Slaughter Club, Milan, IT
11.10. Chollerhalle, Zug, CH
12.10. Club Vaudeville, Lindau, DE
13.10. Backstage, Munich, DE
Suotana are:
Tuomo Marttinen – Vocals
Ville Rautio – Guitars
Pasi Portaankorva – Guitars
Tommi Neitola – Keyboards
Rauli Alaruikka – Bass
Rauli Juopperi – Drums