Finnish alternative metal act Thurifer announces »River Red« EP and drops music video for first single »Seven«!

Lahti, Finland based alternative metal band Thurifer premiere a music video for the first single »Seven« taken from their upcoming EP, »River Red«, which will see the light on May 30th, 2025.

Tracklist:
01. Distorted Dream
02. Seven
03. The River Red
04. Witness
05. Judgement

Courtesy of All Noir PR:

Prepare to be swept away by »Seven«, the electrifying new single and video from Finnish alternative metal quartet Thurifer. The band has just announced their highly anticipated five-track EP »River Red«, set for release on May 30, marking a bold new chapter in their sonic journey.

“This is a new era for Thurifer!” comments the band. “We are more than excited to bring you our new single from the upcoming EP »River Red«. Let the seventh wave guide you to the melancholic crush of »Seven«!”

The video for »Seven«, now available for viewing below, is a visual accompaniment to the band’s signature blend of heavy, groove-driven riffs and atmospheric melodies. The track itself is a testament to Thurifer’s ability to balance crushing aggression with haunting harmonies, a hallmark of their sound that draws inspiration from bands like Gojira and Mastodon. Stream the single HERE.

Photo by Teppo Ristola

Thurifer, hailing from the heart of Finland, is comprised of singer-guitarist Jukka Salovaara, lead guitarist Niko Meriläinen, drummer Tommi Hirvonen, and bassist Jukka-Pekka Nissinen. Together, they showcase a powerful range of sounds on their latest five-song EP, delivering both depth and intensity in equal measure.

»River Red« will be coming out on May 30, self-released by Thurifer.

Thurifer are:
Jukka Salovaara – Vocals/Guitar
Niko Meriläinen – Lead Guitar
Jukka-Pekka Nissinen – Bass
Tommi Hirvonen – Drums

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