Hailing from Ristiina in Southern Savonia, Finland, Dyecrest blend elements of melodic power metal, traditional heavy metal, and progressive influences. Known for their strong melodies, energetic riffs, and a distinctive balance between heaviness and emotion, the band has built a loyal fanbase both at home and abroad.
Dyecrest released their debut album "The Way of Pain" in 2004 via Sanctuary Group / Noise Records. That same year, they joined W.A.S.P. on a 27-show European tour, sharing the stage with DragonForce. Following the financial difficulties of Sanctuary Group later in 2004, the band parted ways with the label.
Their sophomore effort "This Is My World" came out in 2005 through Dockyard 1. After several active years, the band went on hiatus in 2008.
In 2018, Dyecrest made a powerful comeback with "Are You Not Entertained?" released via Inverse Records. Their latest full-length album "Once I Had a Heart", dropped in autumn 2023 via Rockshots Records. The addition of vocalist Heidi Aaltonen later that year brought a renewed creative energy and a fresh focus on live performances and songwriting.
In the fall of 2024, band started to write new songs for the upcoming release. The recordings started in early 2025 at the Astia Studios, Lappeenranta, Finland. In September 2025, Dyecrest announced that they had signed a record deal with Art Gates Records! The first single "Unravel Me" was released in October 2025. And the second single "Bite The Bullet" was released on December 17th 2025. The release of the new - yet untitled - album is planned in early 2026.
For fans of Nightwish, Within Temptation or Evanescence.
Band:
Vocals: Heidi Aaltonen
Guitar & Backing vocals: Henri Arola
Guitar & Backing vocals: Matti Pasanen
Keyboards & Backing vocals: Pirkka Ohlis
Bass: Jukka Matilainen
Drums: Niko Takala
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