Get ready, metalheads! SIRENIA has just dropped a brand new music video for 'Callous Eyes,' the second single from their highly anticipated album, Amanita Messis! This release is a major event for fans, especially considering the band is celebrating their 25th anniversary this year.
This new album, set to follow up on the success of 2023's 1977, promises to continue SIRENIA's legacy of crafting melodic and catchy metal with a powerful symphonic twist. They're masters of blending the classic sounds we love with a modern edge, and 'Callous Eyes' is a perfect example of this. The song masterfully combines electronic elements with a modern metal sound, creating a truly captivating experience.
Amanita Messis is shaping up to be an epic journey through the musical landscape SIRENIA has so expertly cultivated over the years. And with their 25th anniversary on the horizon, expect a wave of special tours and shows to celebrate this milestone!
The band previously unveiled the music video for 'Nightside Den,' the first single from the upcoming album. The video was filmed in Marseille, France, the hometown of SIRENIA's lead singer, Emmanuelle Zoldan, who has been with the band for an impressive decade.
Now, let's rewind a bit. SIRENIA was brought to life by the multi-talented Morten Veland back in January 2001. Morten's musical journey began long before SIRENIA, as he was a co-founder of TRISTANIA in the mid-'90s. He played a key role in defining the gothic metal sound.
With SIRENIA, Morten aimed to push boundaries, and he has undoubtedly succeeded. The band has released 11 albums, an EP, and numerous singles to date. Their albums have graced the charts in various countries, earning them rave reviews worldwide, and their singles have topped radio charts in several nations.
SIRENIA has also spent two decades touring extensively across Europe, Latin America, North America, Asia, and Australia. They've shared stages with legendary acts like OZZY OSBOURNE, IRON MAIDEN, AEROSMITH, and KORN at some of Europe's biggest festivals.
But here's where it gets controversial... SIRENIA's sound is a unique blend of gothic metal and rock, enriched with classical orchestrations and elements of more extreme metal genres. It's built on a foundation of powerful drums and bass, supported by massive rhythm guitars, atmospheric keyboards, melancholic violins, and 12-string guitars. The music is always melodic and groovy. The vocal styles are diverse, featuring female vocals, choirs, growls, screams, clean male vocals, whispers, and samples.
The songs are known for their intensity and dynamism. The lyrics delve into themes of life, death, love, hate, paranoia, anxiety, and mental decline.
What do you think of SIRENIA's evolution over the past 25 years? Do you have a favorite album or song? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
