Hailing from Ristiina, Finland, Dyecrest is a seasoned metal band with a unique fusion of traditional heavy metal, cutting-edge modern power metal, and a touch of progressive metal.

BAND

Heidi Aaltonen / Vocals

Niko Takala / Drums

Jukka Matilainen / Bass

Matti Pasanen / Guitar, vocals

Pirkka Ohlis / Keyboards, vocals

Henri Arola / Guitar, vocals

HISTORY IN A NUTSHELL

2004

•  Explosive Debut: The Way of Pain (Sanctuary Group / Noise Records, 2004) launched Dyecrest onto the European metal scene.

•  European Tour: 1,5 months on the road, performing 27 shows as support (together with DragonForce) for W.A.S.P. across Europe

•  Surviving the Industry's Storm: Despite being dropped by Sanctuary during their financial cutbacks in 2004, Dyecrest remained resilient and determined.

•  Second Album: This Is My World (Dockyard 1, 2005)

•  Hiatus and Return: After a hiatus starting in 2008, the band roared back in 2018 with Are You Not Entertained? (Inverse Records), signaling their return to the scene.

2005

2018

•  Stronger Than Ever: In fall 2023, Dyecrest released their most powerful album to date, Once I Had a Heart (Rockshots Records), gaining rave reviews and a reinvigorated fanbase.

•  With a new chapter unfolding, August 2023 brought the addition of Heidi Aaltonen as the band’s lead vocalist – an electrifying shift that has injected fresh energy into Dyecrest. This lineup is now perfectly positioned to not just create music but to dominate live stages with a full-force commitment.

•  In 2024, Dyecrest has been performing actively, with highlights including a thrilling performance at John Smith Rock Fest. The band’s fire burns brighter than ever, driven by an unshakable desire to elevate their live shows, release bigger and better material, and make an even larger impact in the metal world.

•  As of September 2024, Dyecrest is already writing new music for a planned 2025 release – a clear sign that the band is pushing forward, continuously evolving, and striving for even greater heights.

2024

LIVE

Coming up:

26.04.2025, Ristiina, Sataman Valot
09.05.2025, Lappeenranta, Metal Night, Lappeenrannan jäähalli, w/ Stratovarius, Sonata Arctica

Past:

07.12.2024, Lappeenranta, X7 Metal Fest, Nuijamies, w/ Brymir, Deathropy, Susivainaa, Kasvoton

23.11.2024, Tampere, Bar Kotelo, w/ Holy Life, Manaja

12.10.2024, Mikkeli, Black Box Mikkeli, Kulttuuritalo Tempo, w/ Wolfheart, Kaunis Kuolematon
27.09.2024, Lahti, Torvi, w/ Dreadsight, Anyala
07.09.2024 Mikkeli, Toripulu, w/ Deathropy, Nitrik
02.08.2024 Otava (Mikkeli), Otawala Fest
24.07.2024 Lappeenranta, KiBar’s Open (acoustic)
18.07.2024 Laukaa, John Smith Rock Festival
11.05.2024 Vantaa, Skenesali/Myyräncolo, w/ Deathropy, Levian
29.03.2024 Helsinki, Bar Base, w/ Deathropy
16.03.2024 Tampere, Bar Hönö, w/ Piritta Lumous Band
16.02.2024 Joensuu, LaBarre, w/ Deathropy
10.02.2024 Ristiina, Sataman Valot, w/ Deathropy
03.02.2024 Lappeenranta, Ravintola Totem, w/ Susivainaa
05.08.2023 Mikkeli, Wilhelm
28.09.2023 Mikkeli, Bar Dom (acoustic + album pre-listening party)
13.07.2019 Ristiina, Sataman Valot, w/ Purified
19.04.2019 Mikkeli, Wilhelm, w/ Purified
16.06.2018 Mikkeli, Wilhelm
26.10.2013 Ristiina, Sataman Valot
19.10.2013 Jyväskylä, Ravintola Poppari

LISTEN

DREAMING OF VENGEANCE

(Single, Rockshots Records, 2024)

ONCE I HAD A HEART

(Album, Rockshots Records, 2023)

WATCH

READ MY MIND

(Music video, Rockshots Records, 2023)

Winterblood (acoustic version)

(Music video, Inverse Records, 2019)

Fading / Reaching

(Music video, Inverse Records, 2018)