Admire the Grim: A Fierce Debut with “Crescent Moon” Sets the Stage for Resist
From the icy depths of Finland’s metal scene, Admire the Grim is here to make waves with their upcoming debut album Resist, set for release via Inverse Records on January 31, 2025. Known for their powerful blend of melodic death metal, the Finnish five-piece is already turning heads with their first single, “Crescent Moon,” a track that captures the essence of Admire the Grim’s sound—brutal, haunting, and unapologetically intense.
“Crescent Moon” starts with a chilling, murderous intro that commands attention before plunging into a barrage of vocals and riffs that are as heavy as they are refined. The band’s relentless rhythm section, led by drummer Mikael “The Machine” Laine, provides a thunderous foundation that’s both fierce and precise, driving each beat forward with mechanical intensity. On bass, Ilari “The Abyss” Koskinen adds a layer of depth that resonates with dark undertones, grounding the track’s soaring melodies and intricate guitar work.
Lead guitarist Aarne “The Shadow” Kosonen, whose riffs range from blistering to melodic, brings a razor-sharp edge to the track, balancing aggression with an almost ethereal touch that complements the haunting atmosphere. His interplay with rhythm guitarist Ville “Frost” Laine creates a harmonic structure that feels vast and cinematic. Together, they capture the signature Finnish melodic death metal sound while adding a unique, dynamic twist that pushes “Crescent Moon” into memorable territory.
Front and center is vocalist Aleksi “The Howl” Heikkinen, whose guttural roars and powerful screams deliver the song’s core themes with raw emotion. His vocal style cuts through the heaviness, embodying the rage and acceptance that define the lyrics. “Crescent Moon” explores the metaphor of change and transformation—a journey that Aleksi brings to life with a forceful, cathartic performance. It’s a song that connects deeply, tapping into universal emotions through a metal lens.
Admire The Grim – Resist (album 2025) Track list:
- Crescent Moon
- Resist
- Revolutions
- Rivers to Surge
- Acoustic Melodies from the Past and Present
- Choke on Your Words
- Hypocrite
- Mad Queen of the Second Sun
- No Limits
Album cover by Anssi Kuivalainen
Admire The Grim – Crescent Moon (Single 2024)
Music by Jani Loikkanen, Katri Snellman
Lyrics by Katri Snellman
ISRC: FI-D5C-24-00001
Single cover by Anssi Kuivalainen, edit by Katri Snellmaninen
Admire the Grim has been shaping their sound since 2021, with their debut EP Rogue Five turning heads in 2022. Following a successful Finnish tour and their first international gig at Estonia’s Bloodstained Metal Fest, the band has been steadily growing a fanbase that’s eagerly awaiting Resist. Their upcoming album promises a blend of familiar hard-hitting tracks and unexpected acoustic moments, with Antti “Hyrde” Hyyrynen of Stam1na making a guest appearance on the title track “Resist.”
For fans of melodic death metal, “Crescent Moon” is just the beginning of what Resist has to offer. Admire the Grim’s energy and passion shine through every riff, beat, and scream, making them one of the most exciting new bands in the Finnish metal scene. With their debut album release and a series of gigs across Finland on the horizon, Admire the Grim is ready to take their rightful place in the pantheon of melodic death metal.
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