Bloodbound unveils second single 'As Empires Fall' from upcoming album • GRIMM Gent

Swedish powerhouse BLOODBOUND released the second single from their upcoming album, Field Of Swords, out November 21^st, 2025 via Napalm Records. “As Empires Fall” has them march east side by side with the crusaders, accompanied by explosive keys and pattering drums . Their signature sound guide s the way through an epic blend of melodic heaviness and power metal, shaping another glorious victory for BLOODBOUND.

Recently teaming up with Napalm Records, BLOODBOUND stand taller than ever on epic power metal ’s front lines , delivering their most refined work yet. Moving on from the Viking era, the inspiration for their previous record Tales Of The North , Field Of Swords turns the page to another chapter in history, moving past the year 1066 and into the Middle Ages. As warfare evolves and the technological advancement of forging iron with carbon leads to superior swordsmen, the bloodstained battlefields show new, grim faces, which BLOODBOUND bring to life with their vivid storytelling , notorious for thrilling live audiences globally.

Fredrik Bergh about “As Empires Fall”:

“This song originally came from Patrik Selleby. He had most of the song written except for the chorus. I had a bombastic chorus in the same tempo, and when we added that, it was a great fit. Patrik sings like a god on this one and the band is firing on all cylinders. One of my favourite tracks on the album.”

Tomas Olsson about “As Empires Fall”:

“‘As Empires Fall’ is telling the story about how the Crusades started when the Byzantine Empire called for aid because of the growing threat in the east.”

BLOODBOUND’s latest triumphant march impressively illustrates the importance of purpose and perseverance with heroic tales in shining heavy metal armor. Valiant, vigorous, and ultimately victorious: Field Of Swords has come to expand BLOODBOUND’s domination of the scene!

Fredrik Bergh on Field Of Swords:

“Field Of Swords is a concept album, a continuation from our last album Tales From The North (2023) which touched upon the subject of the Viking era. On Field Of Swords, we have moved on in history and entered the Middle Ages (after 1066). The concept, in short, is the following: When the Viking Age ended in the year of our Lord 1066, came the long and grim Medieval times.

We are extremely excited about the new album and to release it with the backing of the mighty Napalm Records. Music-wise, the new album has a slightly more modern sound, but we can guarantee it includes all the elements BLOODBOUND is known for! It’s a diverse record with aggressive songs, epic tracks, and it also contains some of the fastest parts we have written. And on the other hand, we have some slower, majestic songs as well, like, ‘The Nine Crusades’ where UNLEASH THE ARCHERS’ Brittney Slayes duets with Patrik. Field Of Swords has everything you can ask for!”

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Field Of Swords tracklisting:

Field of Swords
As Empires Fall
Defenders of Jerusalem
The Code of Warriors
Land of the Brave
Light the Sky
Teutonic Knights
Forged in Iron
Pain and Glory
Born to be King
The Nine Crusades (feat. Unleash The Archers)

Field Of Swords will be available in the following formats:
– Deluxe Box 350g Cardboard Box, incl. 1CD Digpak, Flag, Patch, Live Album in Slipcase, Autographed Card – Napalm Records Mailorder exclusive (strictly limited to 300 copies worldwide)
– 1LP Vinyl Gatefold Marbled Oxblood Red, incl. 12-page booklet – Napalm Records Mailorder exclusive (strictly limited to 300 copies worldwide)
– 1LP Vinyl Gatefold Black
– 1CD Digipak
– Digital Album

BLOODBOUND are:
Patrik J. Selleby – Vocals
Tomas Olsson – Lead and Rhythm Guitars
Fredrik Bergh – Keyboards
Henrik Olsson – Guitars
Anders Broman – Bass
Daniel Hansfeldt – Drums