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Melodic Metal Band ‘Angel Nation’ (Feat. Leaves Eyes Frontwoman Elina) Announces Reissue of Debut Album “Tears of Lust”

Posted by thrashboy on August 23, 2022 at 22:34 No Responses »

Aug 232022

Angel Nation, the melodic metal band founded by the classically trained Finnish singer Elina Siirala (also in Leaves’ Eyes) will reissue their debut album “Tears of Lust” on CD and digital on October 7th via Inner Wound Recordings.
The album was originally released under the band name EnkElination in 2014 before the band changed their name to Angel Nation in 2016.

Angel Nation comments:
“We’re excited to announce a brand new re-release of our first album ‘Tears of Lust’ on 7th October 2022 via Inner Wound Recordings. The idea that originated from the fans has materialized! The new pressing will include a full history of the album written by Elina, new pictures and of course the album cover with the new band name! Also included are three bonus tracks: ‘Do It Anyway’, ‘Devil’s Voice Inside’ (remixed and remastered) and ‘Fly Away’“

Angel Nation – “Antares”

Posted by John Jackson on April 29, 2022 at 18:33 No Responses »

Apr 292022

Five years have passed since Angel Nation released Aeon and the band led by vocalist Elina Siirala (Leaves Eyes) is back with their third album Antares, which is sure to please fans of melodic power metal.

A magnificent ballad orchestration can be heard by the guest musician Jonah Weingarten (Pyramaze). The striking artwork is created by Jobert Mello (Sabaton, Primal Fear) and the stellar job of mixing and mastering is done by Alexander Krull (Leaves’ Eyes, Atrocity) at Mastersound Studio.

Back in 2011 Elina Siirala, ventured away from her classical opera background and started Angel Nation under the name EnkeliNation (Finnish for Angel Nation). As the story goes, the actual origin of the band goes back even farther to a time when Elina moved to London in the UK for vocal studies and fell in love with rock and metal. When her studies ended she formed the band originally joined by guitarist Shadow (Empyreal Destroyer, Stand Aside) and the first years of the band were spent playing shows around London and enduring lineup changes. In 2012 the band released a three song ep and in 2014 a video for the song “Tears of Lust” which gained them notoriety in the scene. That year saw the release of the album Tears of Lust and the band headlining shows and getting a slot at the Bloodstock Festival. In 2015, the band played some shows with Leaves Eyes, wrote and recorded Aeon, and changed the name of the band to the English translation. The time with Leaves Eyes provided a bit of foreshadowing as Elina became their vocalist in 2016. For the third Angel Nation album, the band brought in guest musician Jonah Weingarten (Pyramaze) and had mastering and mixing done by Alexander Krull (Leaves Eyes, Atrocity) at Mastersound Studios with Jobert Mello providing some stunning artwork.

Melodic Metal Band ‘Angel Nation’ (Feat. Leaves Eyes Frontwoman Elina) Releases Music Video for ‘Out of Sight Out of Mind’

Posted by thrashboy on March 11, 2022 at 18:15 No Responses »

Mar 112022

Angel Nation, the melodic metal band founded by the classically trained Finnish singer Elina Siirala (also in Leaves’ Eyes) just released a music video for ‘Out of Sight, Out of Mind’, the second single from their new album “Antares”.

“Antares” will be released on CD and digital on April 8th and on limited vinyl on June 3rd via Inner Wound Recordings.

Elina Siirala of Angel Nation comments on the single: “‘Out of Sight, Out of Mind’ tells a creepy tale of a dangerous obsession! Sometimes an innocent situation turns into a toxic one, reality gets blurred and one man’s war has started behind the phone screen and in person. Don’t get pulled into the vicious circle and save yourself before it’s too late! Stalking is no joke and can be extremely damaging over time! With this song I wanted to express how turning away and moving on is sometimes the healthiest way, no matter how difficult it is!”

Melodic Metal Band ‘Angel Nation’ (Feat. Leaves Eyes Frontwoman Elina) to Release “Antares” Cover Art + Tracklist Revealed, Releases New Single & Video for ‘Seraph’

Posted by thrashboy on February 15, 2022 at 01:49 No Responses »

Feb 152022

Angel Nation, the melodic metal band founded by the classically trained Finnish singer Elina Siirala (also in Leaves’ Eyes) just released a music video for ‘Seraph’, the first single from their new album “Antares”.

“Antares” will be released on CD and digital on April 8th and on limited vinyl on June 3rd via Inner Wound Recordings.

Elina Siirala of Angel Nation comments on the single:
“‘Seraph’ is the manifestation of all the willpower and determination we’ve had to show as a band and as individuals during the past two years. Lockdowns, no concerts, no normal life.. it’s easy to forget who you are and slowly sink into the darkness. But the power of the music will always bring us back to the surface and at the end ‘from the light, reborn I will rise like Seraph’.”

Melodic Metal Band ‘Angel Nation’ (Feat. Leaves Eyes Frontwoman Elina) Releases New Single & Video ‘Fly Away’

Posted by thrashboy on April 16, 2021 at 20:23 No Responses »

Apr 162021

The female fronted melodic metal band Angel Nation just released a music video for their new single “Fly Away’.

Angel Nation are currently working on the band’s third Album but they’ve made a pit stop on this journey by releasing an extra special song ‘Fly Away’. Some time ago a long term supporter approached Elina to ask if she would write a song to his son’s memory. She read the story behind it which turned out to be very moving and sad. However, when hearing more and looking more closely, it was the positivity and joy that shone through. A song dedicated to the memory of Leif Ole, someone who touched so many hearts, kept laughing, showing others how to enjoy the small things. Someone who’s smile will never die in the hearts of those who got to know him.

Musically ‘Fly Away’ has the true Angel Nation sound, bringing back the old school band feel and 80’s vibes. This ballad combines more intimate, acoustic approach and a full rock sound being delicate, strong, sad and joyful, all at the same time!

The video can be watched below.

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