#425: Amorphis' Olli-Pekka Laine

Olli-Pekka Laine of Amorphis is our guest this week! On this
episode, we discuss the band's new album Halo and completing the
trilogy they started with Under The Red Cloud. Also covered on this
episode: using a separate lyricist to write all the lyrics for the
band, the complex process of getting Finnish lyrics translated into
English, their upcoming North American tour and the visa process
post-pandemic, creating an Amorphis wristwatch for the fans,
playing in the snow for eight straight hours for their latest music
video, the possibility of putting out a live release on VHS, and
the current status of Olli's other project Barren Earth. Meanwhile,
Petar and Brandon discuss Steve Albini’s comments on “Juggalos
being less annoying than deadheads” and David Draiman missing the
boat big time on Spotify “saving music”. Song: Amorphis ”On The
Dark Waters” Song: Amorphis “The Moon” Thank you to our
sponsor, Metal Blade Records, for their continued support!!
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