Swedish death metal squad, Unleashed, have just dropped the lyric video for “Hold Your Hammers High!,” the second single from their upcoming new full-length. Fire Upon Your Lands – their 15th studio album – is due out on August 15, 2025, via Napalm Records. Catch the new video and read more from the band.
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Unleashed on “Hold Your Hammers High!”:
“Although many battles have been won, the hunt for White Christ is far from over. The Son of Thor asks the Warriors of Midgard if they are still with him as the journey now continues home to Svithiod. Years of war and struggle have changed us all. But hope must prevail…Hold You Hammers High!”
A bludgeoning mid-tempo anthem drenched in Norse power, “Hold Your Hammers High!” channels the fury of Odin through razor-sharp riffs, thunderous grooves, and Johnny Hedlund’s commanding growls. The track’s crushing rhythm and ferocious solos make it a quintessential Unleashed track – proving once more why the band remains a cornerstone of the big four of Stockholm death metal.
From the very first crushing riffs in “Left for Dead”, as the warriors of Midgard deal with the captured son of White Christ, Fire Upon Your Lands plunges listeners into the chaos of battle. Forged in the fire of unrelenting aggression by mastermind and founder Johnny Hedlund, venomous growls and battle cries set the tone for the neck-breaking masterpiece. Roaring riffs and razor-sharp solos unleash a sonic onslaught on “A Toast to the Fallen” while Unleashed create a powerful and triumphant tribute to the warriors lost in battle. Meanwhile, “To My Only Son” slows only to strike deeper, it’s haunting melodies and doom-laden atmosphere embodying sorrow and honor in the face of war. In the eclipse they summon the Midgard Warriors with “Hold Your Hammers High!”, an anthemic battle cry that follows the son of Thor into the unknown. Fueled by sheer aggression and grand, warlike melodies, the track stands as a testament to the band’s mastery in crafting Viking battle hymns.
Unleashed about the album:
“Fire Upon Your Lands is our 15th album in 37 years. It is also a continuation of the storyline from the World of Odalheim, where the Midgard Warriors keep fighting for their way of life against their main enemy “White Christ”. We hope you appreciate this new Blot of 11 songs of pure Viking Death Metal. See you all on the road!”
With production that captures both raw energy and cinematic depth, the new album, Fire Upon Your Lands, proves again that Unleashed reign among the masters of death metal. Combining blistering death metal brutality with a timeless heavy metal core, their unrelenting power, storied legacy and unwavering commitment to their craft continue to inspire legions of fans across the world. Prepare for war, raise your hammers and join the battle live!
Fire Upon Your Lands tracklisting:
01 Left For Dead
02 A Toast To The Fallen
03 The Road To Haifa Pier
04 War Comes Again
05 Fire Upon Your Lands
06 Loyal To The End
07 Midjardarhaf
08 Hail The Varangians!
09 To My Only Son
10 Hold Your Hammers High!
11 Unknown Flag
Fire Upon Your Lands will be available in the following formats:
1LP Gatefold splattered translucent turquoise/white, black with Vinyl Booklet & Slipmat – strictly limited to 200 copies
1LP Gatefold marbled orange red – strictly limited to 300 copies
1LP Gatefold black & Lighter & Patch Bundle – strictly limited to 50 copies
1LP Gatefold black
Digipack & Lighter & Patch – strictly limited to 50 copies – SOLD OUT!
6 Page Digipak
Digital Album
Unleashed live 2025
June:
22 FR – Clisson / Hellfest
August:
09 CZ – Jaromer / Brutal Assault Festival
15 DE – Dinkelsbühl / Summer Breeze Festival
21 AT – Spital am Semmering / Kaltenbach Open Air
28 – 30 DK – Naestved / Naestved Metalfest
September:
06 DE – Crispendorf / Break Out Open Air
October:
05 US – Chicago / Metal Threat Fest
18 MX – Monterrey / Cacique Metal Fest
25 SE – Stockholm / Kulturhuset Stadsteatern
November:
08 DE – Lohr am Main / Chaos Unity Festival
Unleashed are:
Johnny Hedlund – Bass, vocals
Anders Schultz – Drums
Tomas Måsgard – Guitars
Fredrik Folkare – Guitars
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