Wolfheart return with ‘Carnivore’ single from new EP “Draconian Darkness II” ahead of European headline tour

Author Benedetta Baldin - 12.8.2025

Finnish melodic death metal titans Wolfheart return with “Draconian Darkness II,” an ambitious EP that deepens their frostbitten legacy. Lead single ‘Carnivore’ sets the tone for the EP with menacing riffs and vicious growls, growing in power and grandeur as the track creeps along.

Vocalist/guitarist Tuomas Saukkonen comments:

‘Carnivore’ continues where “Draconian Darkness” ended. Clearly, the full-length was not enough to extinguish the flame of inspiration ignited by the darker side of humanity. Instead of seeking balance and harmony with nature and other species around us, we feed and feast on the world we live in. Consume more than is our share. Where nature brings harmony, we bring the fire and darkness. Also musically, ‘Carnivore’ is heavily drawn into the darker and more majestic side of WOLFHEART.

Stream ‘Carnivore’: https://wolfheart.rpm.link/carnivorePR

This five-track release showcases every facet of Wolfheart’s trademark sound: raw, poetic, and powerfully atmospheric. Featuring two new tracks (including orchestral and acoustic versions), plus a crushing live rendition from their latest album, “Draconian Darkness II” captures the band’s cold grandeur in both studio precision and on-stage intensity. Founder Tuomas Saukkonen continues to refine his vision with haunting melodies, relentless drumming, and evocative storytelling rooted in Northern landscapes. “Draconian Darkness II” is a journey through desolate beauty, bleak emotion, and thundering metal.

“Draconian Darkness II” is Wolfheart at their best: melancholic, massive, and deeply melodic. With new songs, orchestral depth, and raw live energy, this EP is a cold flame burning bright in the dark.

Wolfheart’s “Draconian Darkness II” EP arrives on September 19, 2025 via Reigning Phoenix Music! Two new tracks (plus orchestral & acoustic versions) and a live cut of crushing Northern metal: cold, poetic, and unforgettable. Pre-order here: https://wolfheart.rpm.link/DD2PR

“Draconian Darkness II” – Track Listing:

01. Carnivore

02. Forefathers

03. Burning Sky (live)

04. The Gale (Acoustic Version)

05. Grave (Orchestral Version)

WOLFHEART live:

“Draconian Darkness Over Europe”

w/ Before The Dawn, Suotana, Full House Brew Crew

Presented by Nahka Agency

20.09.2025 ES Abadiño – Koba Live *

21.09.2025 ES Madrid – Revi Live *

22.09.2025 ES Barcelona – Sala Wolf *

25.09.2025 NL Utrecht – De Helling

26.09.2025 DE Herford – KulturWerk

27.09.2025 DE Siegburg – Kubana

29.09.2025 FR Paris – Backstage By The Mill

30.09.2025 BE Kortrijk – DVG Club

01.10.2025 DE Hamburg – Logo

02.10.2025 DE Leipzig – Hellraiser

03.10.2025 DE Essen – Turock

04.10.2025 DE Weinheim – Café Central

05.10.2025 HU Budapest – Analog Music Hall

06.10.2025 PL Kraków – Klub Zaścianek

07.10.2025 SK Košice – Collosseum

08.10.2025 CZ Prague – Rock Café

09.10.2025 SI Ljubljana – Orto Bar

10.10.2025 IT Paderno Dugnano (MI) – Slaughter Club

11.10.2025 CH Zug – Chollerhalle (w/ PARASITE INC.)

12.10.2025 DE Lindau – Club Vaudeville

13.10.2025 DE Munich – Backstage

* only Wolfheart & Before The Dawn

30.04. – 02.05.2026 NO Kopervik – Karmøygeddon Metal Festival

21. – 24.05.2026 US Baltimore, MD – Maryland Deathfest

Info & Tickets: https://www.wolfheartmetal.com/

WOLFHEART are:

Tuomas Saukkonen | vocals, guitars

Vageliss Karzis | guitars, vocals

Lauri Silvonen | bass, vocals

Joonas Kauppinen | drums