AMON AMARTH RELEASE FIRST-EVER ACOUSTIC SONG "UPPHAF" AHEAD OF NEW ALBUM
Credit: Sylwia Makris & Christian Martin Weiss
For more than three decades, Amon Amarth have built their legacy on crushing riffs, thunderous rhythms, and Viking-inspired storytelling. Now, the Swedish metal titans are venturing into uncharted territory with the release of "Upphaf," the band's first-ever acoustic song and accompanying music video.
Known for delivering relentless melodic death metal anthems, Amon Amarth strip things back on "Upphaf," trading distortion for atmosphere while maintaining the epic, cinematic songwriting that has defined their career. The acoustic arrangement highlights a different side of the band's musicianship, allowing the emotion and storytelling to take center stage without sacrificing the weight fans have come to expect.
The accompanying music video complements the song's somber, reflective mood, giving "Upphaf" a striking visual presentation that feels both intimate and grand in scope.
The release also serves as the first taste of Amon Amarth's upcoming studio album, signaling that the band isn't afraid to push beyond the boundaries of its signature sound. While longtime fans can expect the crushing heaviness that has made Amon Amarth one of metal's most enduring acts, "Upphaf" suggests there will be plenty of surprises waiting on the new record.
Whether it's a one-off experiment or a sign of a bold new creative direction, "Upphaf" proves that Amon Amarth can deliver just as much impact with acoustic guitars as they can with walls of amplifiers.
Watch the video for "Upphaf" now and stay tuned for more details on Amon Amarth's forthcoming album.
Amon Amarth Live Dates:
UK:
Oct 09: England - Manchester, O2 Apollo
Oct 10: England - London, Eventim Apollo
Oct 11: England - Wolverhampton, Civic Hall
EU:
Oct 13: France - Paris, Zenith
Oct 14: Luxembourg - Esch sur Alzette, Rockhal
Oct 16: Germany - Stuttgart, Schleyer-Halle
Oct 17: Germany - Frankfurt, Festhalle
Oct 18: Belgium - Antwerp, Lotto Hall
Oct 20: Netherlands - Den Bosch, Mainstage
Oct 21: Germany - Hamburg, Sporthalle
Oct 23: Sweden - Gothenburg, Scandinavium
Oct 24: Sweden - Stockholm, Hovet
Oct 26: Finland - Helsinki, Ice Hall
Oct 27: Estonia - Tallin, Unibet Arena
Oct 29: Poland - Gliwice, PreZero Arena Gliwice
Oct 30: Germany - Leipzig, Quarterback Immobilien Arena
Oct 31: Germany - Oberhausen, Rudolf Weber Arena
Nov 02: Hungary - Budapest, Barba Negra
Nov 03: Austria - Vienna, Gasometer
Nov 04: Germany - Bamberg, Brose Arena
Nov 06: Czech Republic - Prague, O2 Universum
Nov 07: Germany - Berlin, Velodrom
Nov 08: Germany - Munich, Zenith
Nov 10: Italy - Milan, Alcatraz
Nov 11: Switzerland - Zurich, The Hall
Nov 13: Spain - Barcelona, Sant Jordi Club
Nov 14: Spain - Madrid, Vistalegre
Nov 15: Portugal - Lisbon, Sala Tejo
