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Swallow the Sun is a doom metal band from Jyväskylä, Finland, that started in 2000. They are noted for mixing death metal and melodic parts. Juha Raivio started the band, and their early influences were Katatonia, My Dying Bride, and Paradise Lost. Before taking on the famous name "Swallow the Sun," Raivio tried writing songs on his own and working on minor projects in his hometown. Their first album, The Morning Never Came (2003), established the tone for their atmospheric, sad sound. It got good reviews in Europe and built a loyal fan following.

Their second album, Ghosts of Loss (2005), which peaked in Finland and got good reviews all across Europe, made Swallow the Sun more well-known. They have put out eight full-length albums so far, the most recent of which are New Moon (2009) and When a Shadow Is Forced into the Light (2019). The band has played at big festivals like Tuska Open Air and Wacken Open Air, worked with bands like Insomnium and Omnium Gatherum, and won a lot of prizes for their albums and live shows. Their unique blend of doom, death, and melodic metal still captivates fans all over the world.

Swallow the Sun's newest album, Moonflowers (2021), shows how their music has changed over time by mixing strong riffs with eerie atmospheres. They put on a dramatic visual and auditory show live, playing fan favourites like "Cathedral Walls" and "Horror" with lighting and stage design that makes you feel like you're there. Their shows are both enormous and intimate because they connect with their fans on a deep level. Don’t miss the chance to witness this Finnish doom metal powerhouse live get your Swallow the Sun tickets on Yadara now for an unforgettable show.


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