Following Up: Relicon's EP “Ephemeral Triumphs” – Still Worth Your Time [Alt.Metal]

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"Ephemeral Triumphs"

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Dear media partners,

Hope you’re well! I wanted to follow up and circle back on Relicon’s recent release, “Ephemeral Triumphs.” We previously shared it with you, but I know how swamped inboxes can get.

Since its release, “Ephemeral Triumphs” has been steadily making the rounds, and we truly believe it still deserves your ears. If you haven’t had a chance to dive in yet, we’d love for you to give it a spin — and we’re absolutely open to setting up a review or interview if it sparks your interest.

Ephemeral Triumphs features three reimagined tracks originally written between 2005–2012 and one newer piece, “Emergence,” with early demos dating back to 2017. Musically, the EP ventures into more experimental ground, infusing alternative metal roots with moody atmospheres, dynamic shifts, and guest saxophone work from Tommi Palomäki. The recording process began immediately after the band’s 2024 EP Consequences of Disbelief. Drummer Mikko Kuhno laid the rhythmic foundation, while longtime bassist Tuukka Mauranen—returning after years of collaboration—added low-end power. Antti-Pekka handled the rest of the instrumentation and production, continuing his legacy as the band’s creative core. Expect a diverse sonic palette: the opening track “Herstory” and instrumental “Demise 2” stay close to Relicon’s traditional alt-metal roots, while “Join the Fray” introduces aggressive fry vocals, and the closing track “Emergence” explores haunting, softer dynamics unlike anything in the band’s catalog.

Here's the album again for easy access:

You can stream the EP here and download it here

 Preview the EP with the video for “Demise 2”:

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'Ephemeral Triumphs' cover & tracklist

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01. Herstory
02. Join The Fray
03. Demise 2
04. Emergence

Founded in 1998 by Antti-Pekka Meronen as a solo project, RELICON has undergone significant evolution over the years. After releasing two demos in 2002 and 2003, the project transformed into a full five-piece band by 2005, followed by the addition of a keyboardist and the release of a fourth demo in 2008. Despite a brief disbandment and a hiatus from 2012 to 2017, RELICON resurfaced in 2024 with the EP "Consequences of Disbelief," also released via Wormholedeath. The current lineup, featuring drummer Mikko Kuhno and long-time bassist Tuukka Mauranen, has brought new energy to the project, culminating in the release of "Ephemeral Triumphs" in 2025.

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