In Asia it was released (with bonus tracks) by Spiritual Beast Records.
Album was mastered at the Tico Tico Studios ( Sonata Arctica, Sentenced etc) by Ahti Kortelainen and the amazing artwork was once again from the hands of Felipe Machado Franco!
At the time of The Ignitor tour, Jarkko Väisänen played live shows on keyboards with the band as a hired gun. The guys came to a conclusion that maybe he would like to join the band as a solid member. New Years Eve 2013 Burning Point played another memorable live show in their hometown Oulu, Finland at Club Teatria. After show party was the perfect time to raise the question to Jarkko. The look on his face was unforgettable, the Iceman showed a sign of melting but only for a breaf moment. Now the guys had another top notch player with great personality in the band.
It was in the end of 2013 when Nitte and Pete kept in touch with each other on a musical basis. At the same time the guys were thinking about doing something different with or to the band. It didn't take long for everyone to realize that she would be the perfect vocalist for the band. Not only because of her tremendous voice but also personality. It has always been Burning Point's main priorities to have good chemistry within the group and that can be heard and seen on albums and live shows. If you ever get the chance to tour with the group, you'll know.
The next album became to take shape at Helgate and Reindeer Horns Studios. All the songs had been done and it seemed that this album would take way too long to get finished. There was a sign of frustration in the air and clock was ticking towards lead vocal recording sessions. At the same time bassist Jukka Jokikokko had some personal, non band related issues and Pete asked Sammy Nyman to play demo bass tracks so that things would be ready for Nitte to come and record vocals. It was a sad moment for everyone when Jukka declared his decision that he would leave the band. There was no drama involved, a man has to do what a man has to do.
Sammy states: "It was an odd situation for me to go and play demo tracks to BP's next album. I've known the band for years and I've done a few gigs with the guys as a crew member and some hanging out with the band backstage. I've always looked up to their music and mr. Jokikokko has always been one of my favourite bass players." Little did he know when Pete gave him a call and asked him to join the ranks. Another cool and active guy in the band, this will be the perfect line-up for the future endeavors of the band.
The new album took it's final shape in the winter 2014/2015. Now it was time to "hunt" for a record label. It's very common that nowadays demos don't get that much recognition, the band had a killer album in their hands and everyone knew that this it. Sort of a It's now or never- situation. The album was sent to various labels and feedback was very encouraging. Mastermind Pete had his contact to a certain major German label, and that happened to be AFM Records, one of the biggest ones in the industry. Luckily he knew Timo Hoffman, one of the booker guys in the company. Timo had been following the band for years and as he heard the new album, the deal started to happen. After signing it, first lyric video was made from "Find Your Soul", a very good representer of the new Burning Point. The new album will be released June 12th (EU), July 7th (US) and August (Jap). In addition AFM will re-issue the first four BURNING POINT albums "Salvation By Fire" (2001), "Feeding The Flames" (2013), "Burned Down The Enemy"(2007) and "Empyre" (2009), all scheduled for a August release and about to include numerous bonus tracks.
Year 2015 will be a full blast from the Burning Point -camp!!! .As this is being written, the summer festival tour is just around the corner and a Finnish club tour is in the making for fall and winter 2015
Current line-up:
Pekka Kolivuori - Guitars
Pete Ahonen - Vocals, Guitars
Jarkko Väisänen - Keyboards
Nitte Valo - Strange Vocals
Sammy Nyman - Bass / Backing Vocals
Jussi Ontero - Drums
Former members:
Pasi Hiltula - Keyboards
Jukka Kyrö - Guitars
Toni Kansanoja - Bass
Jukka Jokikokko - Bass
Jari Kaiponen - Drums
Discography:
1. Salvation By Fire (2001)
2. Feeding The Flames (2003)
3. To Hell And Back/The Road To Hell (Single) (2004)
4. Burned Down The Enemy (2006)
5. Empyre (2009)
6. The Ignitor (2012)
7. Burning Point (2015)
Deceiver
Burning Point Lyrics
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and soon it's past the point of no return
Read between the lines there's a thunder roaming
and I'm giving in to the urge to tame the land
I feel the waves rushing in...
Every second counts and every passing minute, the hour is here...
Deceiver –– Mistreater
Deceiver –– Mistreater
Blind to the truth there is no believing
doublecrossed me from the very start
Endless thirst for blood hunger grows inside me
you will get what you deserve
I feel the waves rushing in...
Every second counts and every passing minute, the hour is here...
Deceiver –– Mistreater
Deceiver –– Mistreater
The lyrics to Burning Point's song "Deceiver" suggest the approach of a tumultuous event or confrontation that is beyond the point of no return. The singer knows that a storm is coming and feels the energy building, giving in to the urge to assert control over their surroundings. However, there is an underlying sense of betrayal and mistrust towards someone who has deceived and mistreated the singer. The lyrics convey a deep desire for justice to be served, with the singer feeling an endless thirst for retribution.
The repeated refrain of "Deceiver - Mistreater" emphasizes the singer's feelings of anger and betrayal towards this person. They feel like their trust has been violated and that the deceiver has been blinded by their own lies, showing no remorse for their actions. The singer is determined to even the score and get what they deserve.
Overall, the lyrics to "Deceiver" paint a picture of someone who is facing a storm on multiple fronts - both internally and externally. They are struggling with their own emotions and the urge to gain control, while also grappling with the betrayal of someone they trusted. The song is a powerful testament to the resolve of someone who refuses to be mistreated and will fight for what they believe is right.
Line by Line Meaning
Storm approaching I can feel it coming
I sense that trouble is on the horizon
and soon it's past the point of no return
and it will soon be too late to change course
Read between the lines there's a thunder roaming
I sense a hint of danger hidden beneath the surface
and I'm giving in to the urge to tame the land
and I am compelled to assert my dominance over this situation
I feel the waves rushing in...
I am overwhelmed by the approaching tumult
Every second counts and every passing minute, the hour is here...
Time is of the essence and the critical moment has arrived
Deceiver –– Mistreater
You have betrayed my trust and mistreated me
Blind to the truth there is no believing
You are incapable of seeing the reality of the situation
doublecrossed me from the very start
you have betrayed me from the beginning
Endless thirst for blood hunger grows inside me
I am consumed by a desire for revenge
you will get what you deserve
You will receive the consequences of your actions
Deceiver –– Mistreater
You have betrayed my trust and mistreated me
Contributed by Xavier K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.