A new chapter has begun: Finnish melodic metal force ARION return with a bang, launching the album cycle for their upcoming fifth studio album with the brand-new single “Hurricane”, released via RPM. The track is a fast-paced, modern melodic metal anthem that stands out with its theme of cathartic empowerment, a massive chorus hook, and the band’s signature infectious riffing.

Driven by an arena-ready chorus and sharp songwriting, “Hurricane” initially feels like a classic hit in the making. But ARION add a clever twist, breaking away from predictable structures and injecting a fresh, modern edge that keeps listeners on their toes. More singles will follow throughout 2026, with the full album scheduled for release at the beginning of 2027, following their European tour with GLORYHAMMER and MAJESTICA in October 2026.

Stream “Hurricane”: https://arion.rpm.link/hurricanePR

A visualizer video is streaming below:

Guitarist Iivo Kaipainen comments: “We are happy to come back with this new fantastic single called ‘Hurricane’! The song features an especially massive and catchy chorus and infectious main riff, which are both long time trademarks for the band. Sounds like a traditional hit format song? WRONG! There’s a cool modern twist waiting to break the linear true and tried hit song formula that will definitely catch every listener off guard. See for yourself!”

About ARION
ARION are among Finland’s most exciting modern melodic metal exports. Known for their high-impact songwriting, technical skill and engaging stage presence, the band continues to bridge the gap between classic and modern metal.

Over the years, ARION have toured extensively across Europe and Japan with acts such as DREAM THEATER, GLORYHAMMER, BATTLE BEAST, BLOODBOUND and SONATA ARCTICA. They have also collaborated with renowned vocalists including Elize Ryd (AMARANTHE), Noora Louhimo and Melissa Bonny (AD INFINITUM / KAMELOT).

With tens of millions of streams to their name, including the standout track At The Break Of Dawn surpassing 20 million streams and achieving gold status in Finland, ARION have firmly established themselves as one of the most important new wave metal export acts from the country. Their continued evolution and international presence underline their growing importance in the global metal scene.

ARION is:
Lassi Vääränen - Vocals
Iivo Kaipainen - Guitar
Topias Kupiainen - Drums
Arttu Vauhkonen - Keys
Georgi Velinov - Bass

Connect With ARION:
Website | https://arion.fi/
Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/OfficialArion/
Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/arionfinland/
X | https://x.com/arion_band
Spotify | https://open.spotify.com/intl-de/artist/0c09mxGbMHuFLpPJMY6JdA

Finnish melodic metal force ARION have released a brand new lyric video for ‘From An Empire To A Fall,’ the original third single from their acclaimed new album The Light That Burns The Sky (out now via Reigning Phoenix Music). Set against a cinematic, post-apocalyptic backdrop, the video captures the song’s explosive energy and themes of defiance, struggle, and rebirth.

Guitarist and songwriter Iivo Kaipainen shares: “‘From An Empire To A Fall’ is finally getting a video of its own! This song is about former underdogs feeling empowered and showing their big bad opponent what they’re made of. Fire with fire!”

Watch the video below:

Fuelled by thunderous drumming, searing riffs and a soaring chorus, "From An Empire To A Fall" is one of the standout tracks on The Light That Burns The Sky, a record hailed for its modern melodic metal mastery. Critics have praised the album as “an engaging exploration of the possibilities of contemporary metal”(Chaoszine, FI) and “a next step in the band’s career” (Markus’ Heavy Music Blog, DE). The album features production by Matias Kupiainen (STRATOVARIUS) and mastering by Ermin Hamidovic (ARCHITECTS, PERIPHERY).

Order The Light That Burns The Sky as coloured vinyl or digipak-CD and stream it on your favourite platform: https://arion.rpm.link/tltbtsPR

More from The Light That Burns The Sky: https://arion.rpm.link/videosPR

About ARION

Formed in 2011, ARION first made a significant mark on the metal scene with their debut album Last Of Us in 2014. Their sophomore effort, “Life Is Not Beautiful,” featuring the breakthrough single "At The Break Of Dawn [feat. Elize Ryd]," solidified their status and earned them major support slots with Finnish bands like BATTLE BEAST, WINTERSUN, and SONATA ARCTICA.

The release of Vultures Die Alone in 2021 during the pandemic propelled their burgeoning career even further, leading to extensive touring in subsequent years. While supporting established metal bands such as GLORYHAMMER and BLOODBOUND, the quintet also performed at a selection of prestigious European festivals and celebrated their US live debut at ProgPower USA in 2022, before closing their “Vultures Die Alone” live chapter supporting prog metal giants DREAM THEATER in 2023.

With their new album The Light That Burns The Sky ready for release and years of touring experience, including many headlining dates in their home country, ARION are poised to extend the reach of their melodic metal legacy worldwide. The group additionally celebrated the album’s launch with a Central European co-headlining tour alongside their label mates BRAINSTORM as well as more Finnish shows with heavyweights SONATA ARCTICA and STRATOVARIUS.

ARION are:

Lassi Vääränen | vocals

Iivo Kaipainen | guitars

Arttu Vauhkonen | keyboard

Gege Velinov | bass

Topias Kupiainen | drums

More on ARION:

ARION Unleash Explosive New Single “Hurricane”

ARION Ignite The World With Lyric Video For "From An Empire To A Fall"