Kotiteollisuus cover

Kotiteollisuus

Kotiteollisuus · 2011

105 min · 21 tracks · heavy metal

Heavy guitar riffs meld with poignant lyrics, creating a distinct blend of Finnish metal and rock balladry.

Why this album works

This album debuted at number one on the Finnish Albums Chart, underscoring its commercial success and cultural resonance in Finland. The band's ability to fuse traditional heavy metal with personal and social themes has influenced subsequent Finnish rock artists and contributed to the enduring popularity of the genre in the region.
Best for
dynamic journey with emotional peaks heavy riffs for cathartic release reflective moments between energetic bursts
Context
Released on March 2, 2011, 'Kotiteollisuus' marked Kotiteollisuus' sixth studio album during a phase of artistic consolidation after their breakthrough in the late 90s. By this point in their career, they had become a staple of the Finnish heavy metal scene and were known for their lyrical depth and engaging performances.
Stylistic neighbors
Ozzy Osbourne· Rob Zombie· Massacration

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Hornankattila Standout 7:33
  • 2 Soitellen sotaan Standout 4:11
  • 3 Raskaat veet 4:01
  • 4 Sarvet itää 4:55
  • 5 Kylmä teräs 4:44
  • 6 Rosebud 4:17
  • 7 Ei kukaan 5:29
  • 8 Isän kädestä Standout 4:33
  • 9 Pahanilmanlinnut 3:14
  • 10 Itken seinään päin 4:54
  • 11 Ainoa 5:02
  • 12 Taivas on auki 8:16

Disc 2

  • 1 Hölmöjen taivas 4:54
  • 2 Pappi puhuu 4:58
  • 3 Unentakoja 5:06
  • 4 Kalevan miekka 7:47
  • 5 Kivireki (live) 2:35
  • 6 Arkunnaula (live) 3:50
  • 7 Soitellen sotaan (live) 4:06
  • 8 Raskaat veet (live) 3:47
  • 9 Taivas on auki (live) 7:19

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