Insomnium Details Epic New Song The Hour Grows Late

Insomnium Prepares New Album Release Through Fascination Street Studios

Insomnium announced the upcoming release of their new studio album, crafted with production and mixing by Jens Bogren and mastering by Tony Lindgren at Fascination Street Studios. The upcoming record features ten tracks, opening with “The Cold Song” at 02:20 and closing with “Journey’s End” at 06:57, capturing a dynamic range that balances majestic scale with intimate emotional weight.

Markus Vanhala Details The Progressive Dark Side of The Hour Grows Late

Guitarist Markus Vanhala described the track “The Hour Grows Late” as an epic addition to the band’s catalog, comparing its scope to previous songs like “Pale Morning Star” and “Godforsaken.” The musician explained that the track ventures into the progressive side of the album, exploring themes of loss, aging, and grief for those who have passed on.

The song features guest appearances by Santeri Kallio on synths, alongside vocal contributions from Tomi Koivusaari and another guest vocalist. Vanhala noted that combining Kallio’s acid-trippy synth solo with the dual Tomi vocal performances happened through producer Miiro Varjus, bringing together separate ideas into a single track.

Full Track List and Band Lineup for the New Release

The complete track list for the upcoming Insomnium album runs as follows:

• 1. The Cold Song (02:20)
• 2. Shadowlife (04:41)
• 3. Remembrance (05:01)
• 4. Gleam in the Black (04:32)
• 5. The Hour Grows Late (08:01)
• 6. Arch of the Sky (06:14)
• 7. Pathways of the Night (04:56)
• 8. Ethereal Sleep (05:42)
• 9. The Banished (05:25)
• 10. Journey’s End (06:57)

The band’s current lineup includes Ville Friman on guitar and clean vocals, Tomy Laisto on guitar and clean vocals, Niilo Sevänen on vocals and bass, Markus Vanhala on guitar and clean vocals, and Markus Hirvonen on drums and percussion.

Frequently Asked Questions About the New Insomnium Album

Who produced and mixed the new Insomnium record?

Jens Bogren handled production and mixing at Fascination Street Studios, while Tony Lindgren managed the mastering process for the album.

Which guest musicians appear on the track The Hour Grows Late?

Santeri Kallio performs a synth solo on the track, while Tomi Koivusaari and another guest contribute guest vocals alongside the band’s regular lineup.

How many tracks are included on the upcoming album?

The record contains ten songs, beginning with “The Cold Song” and concluding with “Journey’s End.”