Post Pulse will release their latest creation, Return to the Halls, through Inverse Records on May 31st. To give a taste of what’s to come, the band released the new music video for Taste of Freedom.
About Return to the Halls
Return to the Halls represents a bold leap for modern death metal, blending its signature intensity with diverse musical influences. However, it does so in all the right ways. Indeed, it’s a testament to Post Pulse‘s evolutionary journey. It marries aggression and beauty in a way that challenges and captivates listeners.
At the heart of this album lies Taste of Freedom! Indeed, a song that epitomizes the band’s push towards a more expansive sound.
“Even the writing process for this album was unorthodox. The main ideas were written on guitar, and later arranged for various instruments, parts and sounds. The focus isn’t on individual parts, allowing the songs to present the energy and emphasis. We had a clear vision of what we wanted the songs on this album to be. For example, we wanted a two and a half minute song, so we wrote it.” –Antti Karhu, Guitar & Programming.
“Antti Karhu ‘s vision for this record was so inspiring that we decided to break away from seven years of releasing singles and EPs to ensure it would come to life. The music on Return to the Halls is different from anything you may have heard from us over the years. Hell, one listen through the new single Taste of Freedom will show we’ve got much more to offer the world.” –Sam Roon, Bass & Synths.
The album’s creation was a shared journey of exploration, drawing from the band’s eclectic tastes to forge something unprecedented. From the sheer power of death metal to the nuanced touches of EDM and ambient jazz, Return to the Halls celebrates musical curiosity and innovation. All in all, this collaborative effort highlights the limitless possibilities of music when approached with openness and creativity.
About the new music video
Taste of Freedom is an intense song that discusses the contrast between social norms and the natural human desire to break them. The music video reflects that contrast with high-impact lighting that showcases this contrast visually. The video’s director, Joona Mäki, pushed the band to its limit, demanding every ounce of energy from each performance. The result is a powerful visual statement that compliments the song’s purpose.
Cultural impact of Return to the Halls
With Return to the Halls, Post Pulse ignites a dialogue on the role of music within our culture. It asserts that music transcends mere sound! Undoubtedly, it becomes a collective experience that brings people together in a time when we are so easily divided.
“This world is a relentless, overflowing cesspool of political and religious vomit! However, one that successfully divides and pits us against one another. The band aims to counter that by standing side-by-side with those who understand that there’s more to life than what divisive influencers sell us. We have music. Post Pulse doesn’t care if you love country music, rap, black metal or iskelmä. Your love of music is why we welcome you with open arms.” –Sam Roon
The album embodies the band’s ethos of defiance and unity, championing music as a force for communal values and personal liberation. It serves as a call to action for listeners to embrace curiosity and tell their own stories without fear of judgment.
About the band
Post Pulse is a Helsinki-based metal band motivated by a deep-rooted connection to the culture and unifying force of music. After more than seven years of releasing singles and EPs, May 31st marks the release of Post Pulse‘s second full-length. A death metal album inspired by atypical genres like pop, EDM, and ambient jazz.
Post Pulse (Est. 2015) consists of its four founding members:
Antti Karhu – Guitars, backing vocals, programming, and primary songwriter (Shining [Nor], Diablerie, ex-The Man-Eating Tree)
Sam Roon – Bass, synths (ex-HUNG [USA], ex-Indestructible Noise Command [USA])
Tapani Rantanen – Lead vocals (Sigyn, ex-Code Unknown)
Anttoni Välimaa – Drums (Abstrakt, ex-Stygian Creations)
