It’s only A Matter Of Time
Alase, a Finnish band that formed in 2015, recently released a new album entitled A Matter of Time. The album shows off their musical abilities and creativity. They mix multiple genres such as progressive metal, folk and symphonic rock, to make interesting and exciting songs that most people don’t normally listen to, but definitely should!
The album starts off with the song, “Understanding The Waves,” making a strong and powerful entrance. They have the most interesting way of making the vocals and impressive instrumental’s combined so effortlessly. Vocalist, Juha Tretjakov, sings with such emotion and compassion, it really shows through in the music. The guitar playing by Mikko Häkälä is also very complex and adds a lot to the songs; making this album a beautiful masterpiece.
One of the most emotional songs on the album is “Feeling Free.” It’s a slow and powerful song that makes you feel things that you probably haven’t felt before. The vocals and Ari Miettinen’s bass playing make the song really emotional. The chorus is powerful and leaves a big impact while listening to the album.
Another standout track is “Ajan Kysymys,” which is sung in Finnish, it really sets it apart from all of the other English songs on the album. The song is a perfect example of Alase’s ability to seamlessly blend different musical styles, languages and incorporating their signature elements of folk and symphonic metal combining to create an special and memorable sound.
Overall, A Matter of Time is a strong album that showcases Alase’s impressive musicianship and songwriting skills. The band’s ability to blend different musical genres while still maintaining a cohesive and dynamic sound is a testament to their creativity and musical vision. While the album may not be for everyone, fans of progressive metal and symphonic rock will find much to love in Alase’s latest offering. With A Matter of Time, Alase has established themselves as one of the most exciting and innovative bands in the Finnish metal scene, and it will be exciting to see where they go from here.