Hailing from the cold shores of Kotka, Finland, Underwater Father emerges as a dark and captivating force in metal. Blending the intensity of death- and black metal with the melancholic melodies traditional of Finnish “melometal”, the band crafts a unique sonic experience that is both haunting and powerful.
“Spiral Through” is the first single from Underwater Father’s upcoming debut EP, “Without Waves”. This track blends the coldness of black metal with the melodic elements of melodic metal, creating a hauntingly atmospheric yet aggressive soundscape.
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The band backgrounds the song:
“The song tells the story of a haunting journey of guilt and
redemption, as a man is drawn back into the darkest corners of his
past. Vivid flashes of violent acts and tragic mistakes bring
long-buried demons to the surface, forcing him to confront the
weight of his actions. As he navigates between the stillness of the
graveyard and the chaos of his haunting memories, anguish and
remorse intertwine as the shadows of his past refuse to let
go.However, there is light at the end of the tunnel. The
protagonist finds peace and the possibility of a new beginning as
he breaks free from the chains of his past.”
Formed in the summer of 2024, Underwater Father was born from the vision of Samu Haatainen (guitars, vocals), who sought to create something darker and more stripped-down compared to their other band, Of Spite. Sharing most of its members with Of Spite, the lineup consists of Antti Lampinen (bass), Jan Lindberg (guitars, backing vocals), and Joonas Nieminen (drums)—a tight-knit unit with a shared passion for pushing metal’s boundaries.
Musically, Underwater Father weaves together the ferocity of black and death metal with the emotional depth of melodic metal. Drawing influences from bands like Mgła, Horna, Uada, Cradle of Filth on the extreme side and Sentenced, Bloodpit, and Somehow Jo! etc. On the melodic spectrum, the band creates music that is both crushing and atmospheric. Lyrically, their songs explore themes of birth, death, karma, and the search for meaning in life’s journey—both the light and the darkness that shape our fate.
Line-Up:
Antti Lampinen – Bass
Samu Haatainen – Guitar and Screaming
Joonas Nieminen – Drums
Jan Lindberg – Guitar
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