Finnish melodic metal band Blackment share new single and video ‘In Motion’

Finnish melodic metal band Blackment is set to release their second studio album on June 12th. The sophomore full length is preceded by two more singles. The first of them “In Motion” is released now, and it’s quite a blast!

“In Motion is a concentrated burst of energy packed into less than three minutes — just enough to make you want to listen to it again. Sometimes the tempo slows down, and other times the choruses really blow up,” the band’s guitarist Allan Välimaa sums up.

Listen to the single on music services (Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer, Tidal, YouTube Music etc.): https://push.fm/fl/blackment-inmotion

The melody was found from the depths of Allan’s desk drawer, and it was given a completely new arrangement. Basically it became a completely new song. After being approved by the band it was also turned into a music video that you can watch here.

When the video was being filmed, Allan fell ill with fatigue, a condition that wasn’t diagnosed until later. But for that very reason, getting the video finished was a memorable experience in many ways. Although Allan was also the video’s director, the filming was handled by Hille Sadehelmi, who also shines as a backing vocalist on the track. She also took charge of the camera. It was in other words a true multi-talented session.

“Sure, we left a bunch of gear in the parking lot at the shoot location, but luckily it was still there the next morning. I also got to feature my new favorite guitar from Raato Custom Guitars in the video,” Allan recalls, noting with a twinkle in his eye that this sort of thing is always a big deal for guitar geeks.

Blackment is a melodic metal band that was founded in 2014 at Hyvinkää, Finland. Their debut album “Plains of Oblivion” was released in autumn 2022. The album has gotten airplay in various European countries. In addition, the band was nominated for the newcomer of the year 2022 by Kaaoszine (a Finnish music news website). In 2023-2024 Blackment released three singles “Pariah”, “Ghost in the Machine” and “Freedom Fall”. The band also competed as a semifinalist in the Wacken Metal Battle Finland competition. 

Over the years Blackment has developed a recognizable sound and style including catchy melodies, tricky yet punchy guitars, groovy drums and bass, atmospheric synths and a wide range of vocals with unique voice. The six-piece band has been praised for their energetic live shows and they have performed for example at Heavy Metal Heart Festival and at Semifinal club in Helsinki. 

Blackment are:
Sami Vuorenheimo – vocals
Saalas Ruokangas – guitar & backing vocals
Allan Välimaa – guitar
Väinö Huhtanen – bass & backing vocals
Sebastian Nyandoto – keyboards & backing vocals
Akseli Aalto – drums