AMORPHIS have released their new single “Bones,” a powerful preview of their upcoming album Borderland, set for release on September 26, 2025 via Reigning Phoenix Music. In contrast to the album’s first single, “Light And Shadow,” which showcased a more uplifting tone, “Bones” dives into darker, heavier territory. Emerging from the mythical depths of Finland’s thousand lakes, the track delivers thunderous riffs and Eastern-tinged strings and keys, creating a dense, textured soundscape. Despite its intensity, the song allows space for moments of hope, culminating in a cathartic chorus driven by Tomi Joutsen’s soaring clean vocals. Lyrically, “Bones” reflects the struggle for survival faced by Finland’s ancestors, adding depth and weight to its sonic force.
“As a starting point, I wanted to prove that even a keyboard player can create an AMORPHIS song which is based on a heavy riff, and to everyone’s surprise, ‘Bones’ turned out to be the heaviest “Borderland” song,” reveals keyboardist Santeri Kallio.
“Bones” also arrives with the first music video from Borderland, directed by Patric Ullaeus, who has previously helmed several AMORPHIS videos including ‘The Moon’ and ‘Wanderer.’ Known for his cinematic style, Ullaeus has also worked with other major names in the metal scene such as IN FLAMES, ARCH ENEMY, PRIMAL FEAR, and many more.
Watch the music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dnSjYxh5yHM
Stream “Bones”: https://amorphis.rpm.link/bonesPR
Pre-order (excl. box-set & more) / pre-save Borderland:
https://amorphis.rpm.link/borderlandPR
Hansen Studios (Jacob Hansen, Denmark; VOLBEAT, AMARANTHE, PRIMAL FEAR etc.) were the destination of choice in late 2024 and early 2025 to track “Borderland.” The album artwork was designed by Dutch artist Marald Van Haasteren (METALLICA, BLACK SABBATH, KVELERTAK, ALCEST etc.) while long-time partner Pekka Kainulainen once again wrote the album’s meaningful lyrics.
More from “Borderland”:
‘Light And Shadow’ OFFICIAL LYRIC VIDEO:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8aF80ycx5JQ
AMORPHIS live:
European “Blood Dynasty” 2025 Tour
w/ ARCH ENEMY, ELUVEITIE, GATECREEPER
10.10.2025 DE Stuttgart – Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Halle
11.10.2025 DE Frankfurt – Jahrhunderthalle
12.10.2025 DE Munich – Zenith
14.10.2025 HU Budapest – Barba Negra
15.10.2025 AT Vienna – Gasometer
17.10.2025 DE Berlin – Columbiahalle
18.10.2025 CZ Prague – Sportovní hala Fortuna
19.10.2025 PL Gliwice – PreZero Arena
21.10.2025 CH Zurich – The Hall
22.10.2025 IT Milan – Alcatraz
23.10.2025 FR Lyon – Radiant-Bellevue
25.10.2025 ES Madrid – Palacio Vistalegre
27.10.2025 FR Paris – Zénith
28.10.2025 NL Amsterdam – AFAS Live
30.10.2025 UK Wolverhampton – Civic Hall
31.10.2025 UK Manchester – O2 Apollo
01.11.2025 UK London – eventim Apollo
03.11.2025 LU Esch-sur-Alzette – Rockhal
04.11.2025 BE Brussels – Ancienne Belgique
05.11.2025 DE Leipzig – Haus Auensee
07.11.2025 SE Gothenburg – Partille Arena
08.11.2025 SE Stockholm – Annexet
10.11.2025 FI Helsinki – Helsingin Jäähalli
12.11.2025 NO Oslo – Sentrum Scene
13.11.2025 DK Copenhagen – Poolen
14.11.2025 DE Hanover – Swiss Life Hall
15.11.2025 DE Dusseldorf – Mitsubishi Electric Halle
“Borderland” Tour 2025
Presented by Grey Beard Concerts & Management
28./29.11.2025 FI Jyväskylä – John Smith Frozen
05.12.2025 FI Ikaalinen – Spa & Resort
06.12.2025 FI Kempele – Zemppi Areena
12.12.2025 FI Lappeenranta – Saimaan Rauha
13.12.2025 FI Kajaani – Kajaani Halli
18.12.2025 FI Tampere – Tavara-asema
19.12.2025 FI Seinäjoki – Rytmikorjaamo
20.12.2025 FI Turku – Logomo
27.12.2025 FI Lahti – Möysän Musaklubi
31.12.2025 FI Lohja – Spa & Resort
29.01. – 02.02.2026 US Miami, FL – 70,000 Tons of Metal *NEW*
Info & Tickets: https://amorphis.net/tour
About AMORPHIS
With Borderland, the title of the album couldn’t have been chosen more fittingly. Throughout their career, spanning over more than three decades, AMORPHIS — Tomi Joutsen (vocals), Esa Holopainen (guitars), Tomi Koivusaari (guitars), Olli-Pekka Laine (bass), Santeri Kallio (keyboards) & Jan Rechberger (drums & percussion) — have been an ever-evolving act, wandering on an exciting boundary-pushing path. From their sinister death metal debut Karelian Isthmus over genre-defining mid-90s melodic death works like Tales From The Thousand Lakes and Elegy as well as the melodic 2000’s grandeur of Eclipse or Skyforger to records combining the very best of all prior eras to refreshing new soundscapes (f.e. Under The Red Cloud or Queen Of Time): Whatever this group works on promises long-range success.
With 2022’s Halo, the Finn’s were rewarded for their researching musical approach once again: The album marked AMORPHIS’ sixth no. 1 album in Finland, even cracked the top 3 of the official German album chart, and last but not least the sextet took home two awards from the prestigious Emma Gaala (“Band of the Year” & “Export of the Year”).
The impact of Halo became a driving force for what’s to come. Rather than rushing into a follow-up, the band chose to step back from live performances and focus fully on their next chapter. The result is Borderland – a meticulously crafted opus that builds on their celebrated recent era, while seamlessly weaving in new, timely elements. It’s a bold, organic continuation of their journey, shaped by experience and guided by vision.
AMORPHIS are:
Tomi Joutsen | vocals
Esa Holopainen | guitars
Tomi Koivusaari | guitars
Olli-Pekka “Oppu” Laine | bass
Santeri Kallio | keys
Jan Rechberger | drums & percussion
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About Reigning Phoenix Music
Founded in 2023, Reigning Phoenix Music is truly the 100% independently owned vision of music industry professional Gerardo Martinez and avionics and tech entrepreneur, Sven Bogner. The blueprint is to continue to help heavy metal, extreme and hard music thrive by partnering with an array of well-established acts, new talent, and iconic artists by offering best services and practices in the industry. RPM’s paramount goal is to help the artists amplify their music and talent to a winning formula for success.
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