Ensiferum - Fatherland (Live at Summer Breeze 2025)

Ensiferum, the Finnish folk‑metal band, released the concept album Winter Storm in 2025, following their 2020 album Thalassic. The new record, written largely by guitarist Markus Toivonen with the anthemic “Fatherland” by bassist Sami Hinkka, tells a fantasy story about the Vigilantes and the North Folk, exploring themes of magic, power, and conflict. The album features the band's signature blend of melodic metal and folk elements, with vocalist Pekka Montin adding crystal‑clear high notes. Winter Storm continues the band's tradition of epic storytelling and showcases their evolution as a leading force in the folk‑metal scene.