The battle for the throne of the most powerful symphonic metal band in the world has begun, but its outcome is still far from being reached. The masterminds behind the most terrifying show are back with one of the most anticipated live repertoires of the year: Battle Beast makes its return with what is undoubtedly the most impactful live recording in its history since the incorporation of Noora Louhimo as lead vocalist.
The concert kicks off with one of the band’s most iconic openings, performing the title track from their latest album, Circus of Doom. This live performance undeniably reflects Battle Beast‘s ambition to establish themselves as one of the major players in the Heavy Metal arena, with the impressive vocal demonstration from Louhimo, whose talent is unquestionable.
The power emanating from her voice on classics like “Straight to the Heart,” “Bastard Son of Odin,” and “No More Hollywood Endings” is a clear testament to a full and successful recovery following an accident that nearly ended her career. This live recording, however, highlights an unparalleled resilience, with tracks like “Master of Illusion” and “Where Angels Fear to Fly” serving as a lifelong signature of one of the greatest vocalists of this century. From its inception, the Circus of Doom album showed a clear inclination toward a theatrical concept, reminiscent of the soundscapes explored by bands like Nightwish in Imaginaerum. This influence is perfectly reflected in tracks like “Place That We Call Home,” one of the album’s most powerful pieces, which has become one of the band’s most memorable anthems in their recent era. To further enhance this live anthem repertoire, Battle Beast has incorporated instrumental arrangements that provide an even more aggressive and intricate structure.
On an aesthetic and stage production level, the band is at one of the pivotal moments of their career. Each album has been an opportunity to rebuild, renew, and strengthen their identity. The production showcased at the Helsinki Ice Hall in 2023 is just a glimpse of what is to come. With their conquest of South America in 2024, Battle Beast has expanded its influence even further, ensuring a promising future for the group.
The concert culminates with one of the band’s most iconic songs, “Beyond the Burning Skies,” an outstanding finale that showcases the professionalism, dedication, and effort put into this release. Buckle up: a new era of Battle Beast is about to be born, and this is just the beginning.
Circus of Doom – Live in Helsinki 2023 comes out on April 11 via Nuclear Blast Records.
Circus of Doom – Live in Helsinki 2023 track listing:
Intro (Live in Helsinki 2023)
Circus of Doom (Live in Helsinki 2023)
Straight to the Heart (Live in Helsinki 2023)
Familiar Hell (Live in Helsinki 2023)
Armageddon (Live in Helsinki 2023)
Place That We Call Home (Live in Helsinki 2023)
No More Hollywood Endings (Live in Helsinki 2023)
Eye of the Storm (Live in Helsinki 2023)
Where Angels Fear to Fly (Live in Helsinki 2023)
Bastard Son of Odin (Live in Helsinki 2023)
Russian Roulette (Live in Helsinki 2023)
Wings of Light (Live in Helsinki 2023)
Eden (Live in Helsinki 2023)
Master of Illusion (Live in Helsinki 2023)
King for a Day (Live in Helsinki 2023)
Beyond the Burning Skies (Live in Helsinki 2023)
Source: metaladdicts.com
