Finnish Folk Metal Superstars Korpiklaani are happy to finally announce the release of their upcoming 10th studio album entitled “Kulkija” (“Wanderer”
Founding member Jonne Järvelä commented:
We’ve never been as satisfied with a final result as we are with “Kulkija”. We tried to keep it very natural, and that’s what you’ll soon be able to hear clearly. Like the wanderer, this album is a journey, one that makes you feel good. Stay tuned!
Accordionist Sami Perttula added:
“Kulkija” isn’t just a collection of songs, it’s a “real” album with a unique atmosphere guiding the listeners through a long journey. All songs were well prepared in advance and nothing needed to be arranged in the studio. Tuomas (fiddle) & I had lots of space to develop and play the folk arrangements.
Since every album release needs to be celebrated in the right way, Korpiklaani are additionally announcing an accompanying Russian release tour, which will lead them through 13 cities in 16 days. The full itinerary can be found below.
More Korpiklaani dates:
9.6. – CH – Interlaken – Greenfield Festival
6.7. – E – Barcelona – Rock Fest
12.7. – D – Neukirchen-Vluyn – Dong Open Air
15.7. – CZ – Vizovice – Masters of Rock
3.8. – D – Wacken – Wacken Open Air
16. – 18.8. – D – Dinkelsbühl – Summer Breeze
After hearing the title of the package, it’s easy to conclude that it was recorded at the identically named festival in Vizovice, Czech Republic. But there’s even more to be excited about, this release doesn’t just include Korpiklaani‘s show from 2016, it even has a second full show from 2014 as bonus feature. The 2016 concert features guest appearances from Tero Hyväluoma (additional fiddler) as well as Toni Perttula (additional accordion player), Sami’s identical twin brother. Mixing of “Live at Masters of Rock” was handled by front man Jonne Järvelä himself, mastering was done by Svante Forsbäck (Rammstein etc.)
Order “Live at Masters of Rock” here.
Order “Live at Masters of Rock” digitally or stream here.
