Finnish alternative/gothic metal band Relicon released their new EP »Ephemeral Triumphs«; out now via Wormholedeath Records!

Finnish alternative/gothic metal band Relicon presents their new EP, »Ephemeral Triumphs«, which was released on August 29th, 2025 via Wormholedeath Records. Available noe for streaming on all major digital platforms.

Says the band: “Alternative metal with a pinch of Finnish melancholy, inspired by Anathema, Katatonia and Paradise Lost.”

Tracklist:
01. Herstory
02. Join The Fray
03. Demise 2
04. Emergence

Courtesy of Carlo Bellotti Publishing:

Since its release, »Ephemeral Triumphs« has been steadily making the rounds, and we truly believe it still deserves your ears. If you haven’t had a chance to dive in yet, we’d love for you to give it a spin – and we’re absolutely open to setting up a review or interview if it sparks your interest.

»Ephemeral Triumphs« features three reimagined tracks originally written between 2005–2012 and one newer piece, “Emergence,” with early demos dating back to 2017. Musically, the EP ventures into more experimental ground, infusing alternative metal roots with moody atmospheres, dynamic shifts, and guest saxophone work from Tommi Palomäki. The recording process began immediately after the band’s 2024 EP »Consequences Of Disbelief«. Drummer Mikko Kuhno laid the rhythmic foundation, while longtime bassist Tuukka Mauranen – returning after years of collaboration -added low-end power. Antti-Pekka handled the rest of the instrumentation and production, continuing his legacy as the band’s creative core. Expect a diverse sonic palette: the opening track »Herstory« and instrumental »Demise 2« stay close to Relicon’s traditional alt-metal roots, while »Join The Fray« introduces aggressive fry vocals, and the closing track »Emergence« explores haunting, softer dynamics unlike anything in the band’s catalog.

Founded in 1998 by Antti-Pekka Meronen as a solo project, Relicon has undergone significant evolution over the years. After releasing two demos in 2002 and 2003, the project transformed into a full five-piece band by 2005, followed by the addition of a keyboardist and the release of a fourth demo in 2008. Despite a brief disbandment and a hiatus from 2012 to 2017, Relicon resurfaced in 2024 with the EP »Consequences Of Disbelief«, also released via Wormholedeath. The current lineup, featuring drummer Mikko Kuhno and long-time bassist Tuukka Mauranen, has brought new energy to the project, culminating in the release of »Ephemeral Triumphs« in 2025.

Relicon are:
Antti-Pekka Meronen – Guitars, Keyboards, Programming & Vocals
Mikko Kuhno – Drums
Tuukka Mauranen – Bass

Also featuring:
Tommi Palomäki – Saxophone performed on the track »Emergence«

Bojan Bidovc // music enthusiast, promoter, misanthrop and sometimes a journalist as well