Octoploid, the new musical endeavor of bassist Olli-Pekka “Oppu” Laine (Amorphis, Barren Earth, Mannhai), will release their debut full-length, “Beyond The Aeons,” on July 05, 2024 through Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM). The band published the official lyric video for the second single “The Dawns In Nothingness,” watch it through the YouTube player below:
Mixing many different styles may seem a far stretch, but all these musical vibes, that also attracted several illustrious guest musicians to contribute their special touches, end up blending together in a well-rounded sonic cast.
“The Dawns In Nothingness” is an unlikely marriage between Black & Death Metal, Rock and Medieval monk chants. Even though the texts are very personal, the gloomy lyricism is not always to be taken literally. That’s just a part of the classic doom Metal ethos in its finest!” says Oppu.
Purchase and Stream here: https://octoploid.rpm.link/dawnsYT
“Beyond The Aeons” was crafted at E-Studio in Sipoo, Finland where Petri Majuri (Hanoi Rocks, Michael Monroe) took care of mixing the eight tracks and David Castillo (Katatonia, Leprous, Opeth) mastered the album. Orion Landau (Carcass, YOB, Russian Circles) completed the magnificent package with dreamy artwork.
Pre-Order “Beyond The Aeons” in the physical format of your choice (digipak CD, eco-friendly/recycled “Dusk Of Vex” Marbled vinyl), presave it on your favorite DSP, or preorder it digitally to receive “Human Amoral [feat. Tomi Joutsen]” instantly now here: https://octoploid.rpm.link/beyondtheaeonsPR
Tracklist:
01. The Dawns In Nothingness [feat. Mikko Kotamäki] *
02. Coast Of The Drowned Sailors [feat. Tomi Koivusaari & Janitor Muurinen] *
03. Human Amoral [feat. Tomi Joutsen] *
04. Shattered Wings [feat. Petri Eskelinen] #/%
05. Beyond The Aeons #/%
06. The Hallowed Flame [feat. Mikko Kotamäki] *
07. Concealed Serenity [feat. Mikko Kotamäki] %
08. A Dusk Of Vex [feat. Jón Aldará | physical: long version; digital: edit] ^/%
Bonus Track (physical only):
09. Monotony [feat. Petri Eskelinen] %
* Kim Rantala (Keyboards)
# Samu Leminen (Additional Lead Guitars)
^ Ile Laaksomaa (Additional Lead Guitar)
% Kasper Mårtenson (Keybaords)
Octoploid is the solo band of Olli-Pekka Laine (bass, keyboards, backing vocals; Amorphis, Barren Earth, Mannhai), formed in 2022. Combining elements from ‘90s Death/Black Metal, ‘70s Prog Rock, and ‘90s Psychedelic Rock, their music has its own place on the map. In one phrase, Octoploid‘s sound has been described as “Classic Death Prog.”
Built around Laine, the core band includes four additional musicians: Well-seasoned and diverse drummer Mikko Pietinen brings experience from Stoner Rock (MannhaI) and Finnish mainstream Pop Rock (Kasmir), while lead/rhythm guitarist Peter Salonen (The Kinky Thing; a band performing Finnish Psych Rock legends Kingston Wall covers) is a new face in the scene. The five-piece is completed by keyboardist Kim Rantala (Giant Robot, ex-Amorphis) and vocalist Mikko Kotamäki (Swallow The Sun; live).
Lineup:
Mikko Kotamäki / Vocals (live)
Peter Salonen / Guitars
Kim Rantala / Keyboards
Olli-Pekka Laine / Bass, Keyboards, Backing Vocals
Mikko Pietinen / Drums, Percussion
