Finnish vintage hard rockers Mandy Manala stream self-titled debut album; out now via Octopus Rising / Argonauta Records!

Vaasa, Finland based vintage hard rock band Mandy Manala has just released their self-titled debut album this Friday, May 23rd, 2025 via Octopus Rising / Argonauta Records.

Listen to »Mandy Manala« on all major streaming services!

Tracklist:
01. Stillborn
02. From Whence You Came
03. The Machine
04. Black Sheep
05. May Queen
06. The Dark Passenger
07. War Drums
08. The Lighthouse
09. When We Rode Out To War

Courtesy of Grand Sounds PR:

Finland’s rising heavy rock force Mandy Manala releases their self-titled debut on May 23, 2025 via Octopus Rising / Argonauta Records. It is available exclusively on colored vinyl and digital streaming platforms.

Order your copy here: argonautarecords.com/shop

Mandy Manala is a five-piece, female-fronted rock band from Vaasa, Finland. They deliver a dark yet catchy blend of rock music, characterized by powerful vocals and experienced musicianship. Formed in 2021, the band features members who have been active in the local scene for over two decades, coming from groups such as ELD, Lords Of Chernobyl, Rock Fuel and MotörCünt.

Photo credit: Isa Muotio

While rooted in stoner rock, Mandy Manala draws from an impressively wide range of influences, including Ghost, Abba, Fleetwood Mac, The Hellacopters, Metallica, Black Sabbath, Bathory and Darkthrone. The result is a sound that is heavy and intense, yet melodic and accessible. Their songs are driven by the dynamic voice of lead singer Christa Nedergård and supported by rich instrumental arrangements.

Lyrically, Mandy Manala explores deep and often unsettling themes such as anxiety, mental illness, witchcraft, occultism, the decline of modern society and the shadowy corners of the human mind.

The band’s debut album was recorded in April 2024 at Wolfthrone Studios in Forsby, Finland. It features nine tracks, including a reimagined version of »Black Sheep« originally by Gin Wigmore. The album was produced by bassist Kenneth Norrlin and engineered, mixed and mastered by Owe Inborr, who also contributed keyboards and piano on several songs. Additional elements include backing vocals by Norrlin and percussion by guitarist David Granfors.

Mandy Manala is not just a musical project, but a full concept. The band is inspired by theatrical rock icons like Alice Cooper and Marilyn Manson, and plans to develop a strong visual identity and narrative around the lead character. This vision is central to their artistic direction and future releases.

While capable of delivering a compelling live show, Mandy Manala prefers to keep performances rare and intentional, focusing instead on quality and presentation rather than frequency.

All songs written and arranged by Mandy Manala, except »Black Sheep« written by V Butler and Butch Walker, originally performed by Gin Wigmore on the album »Gravel & Wine« (Universal, 2011).
Recorded at Wolfthrone Studios, Forsby, Finland, in April 2024.
Produced by Kenneth Norrlin.
Engineered, mixed and mastered by Owe Inborr.
Keyboards and piano on »The Machine«, »Black Sheep«, »May Queen«, »The Dark Passenger« and »When We Rode Out To War« by Owe Inborr.
Backing vocals by Kenneth Norrlin.
Percussion by David Granfors.

Mandy Manala is:
Christa Nedergård – Vocals
Jonas Snickars – Drums
Joel Vienonen – Guitar
David Granfors – Guitar
Kenneth Norrlin – Bass

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