Verenpisara

The Profile

Finnish band noted for intimate, melancholic progressive/folk-metal; debut Aamunodottaja (2002, BMG) followed by Happosadetta (2003); line-up included three members of Amorphis.

Debut album Aamunodottaja (2002, BMG) and follow-up Happosadetta (2003) are discussed in DeBaser reviews. Reviews name vocalist Rami Raski and keyboardist Santeri Kallio and note the use of Finnish-language lyrics and a blend of prog, folk and metal elements. Reviews state the group included three members of Amorphis.

Two DeBaser reviews praise Verenpisara's intimate, melancholic fusion of progressive rock, folk and metal. The band is repeatedly noted for elegant arrangements, Finnish-language lyrics and strong vocal work by Rami Raski. Key releases discussed are Aamunodottaja (2002) and Happosadetta (2003).