Amorphis is a Finnish metal band formed in 1990 in Helsinki, known for combining melodic death metal with progressive and folk influences and for drawing lyrical inspiration from Finnish mythology (the Kalevala).

Frequently inspired by the Kalevala; notable lineup/vocal change with Pasi Koskinen succeeded by Tomi Joutsen (mid-2000s); acclaimed albums cited in reviews include Tales From a Thousand Lakes, Elegy, Silent Waters and Skyforger.

Amorphis are a Finnish metal band noted in these reviews for blending melodic death metal with progressive and folk elements. Reviewers highlight recurring Kalevala-inspired themes, strong keyboard-driven atmospheres, and a notable vocal shift with Tomi Joutsen. Albums frequently praised include Tales From a Thousand Lakes, Elegy and Silent Waters.

For:Fans of melodic-death, progressive and folk metal; listeners interested in Finnish mythology in music.

 It is the victory of originality in an increasingly inflated and monotonous market, the triumph of a pioneering and often forgotten band, which with one blow dismisses the competition, demonstrating such superiority as to dispel any doubt about who really knew how to CREATE.

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 In conclusion, a truly stunning album, a must-have at all costs.

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 You find yourself facing a mature group, fully aware of their own value, finally able to express their essence without resorting to force, without giving in to anger, to get as close as possible to perfection.

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