Finnish folk metal pioneers Ensiferum have dropped a striking new music video for their track “The Howl,” featured on their latest studio album Winter Storm, released last October via Metal Blade Records.
Bassist Sami Hinkka offered insight into the song’s narrative, saying, “In The Howl, we leap ahead many years from the battle of Fatherland. The young boy has grown into a shaman. As his people face defeat in war, he performs a final ritual to call upon the Old Spirits. Sacrificing his mortal form, he transforms into a spirit wolf and embarks on a journey to avenge his people’s fate.”
Hinkka describes the track as quintessentially Ensiferum, featuring catchy melodies, powerful harsh vocals, and an anthem-like singalong chorus. “We’ve already played it at a few gigs, and it’s a great live song,” he added.
The visually captivating video brings the song’s epic story to life, making it a must-watch for fans of the band and the folk metal genre.
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