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)
Hell Awaits
Burning Point Lyrics
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You're so condescending there's no way I'll be bending down,
Down with your rules
Two worlds colliding I'll be rewriting your future
And the victory is mine
[BRIDGE]
Play what you play, but in the end I will take it all...
[CHORUS]
Hell awaits when you're near me
Hell awaits if you try to deceive me believe me I'm breaking you down
Sucking out all the lifeblood in the end there's no rivals
Standing alone on the field
Actions speak louder than words ever will,
But you're not wise enough to understand the truth
[BRIDGE]
Say what you say it doesn't mean anything
Play what you play, but in the end I will take it all...
[CHORUS]
Hell awaits when you're near me
Hell awaits just try to deceive me
Hell awaits when you're near me
Hell awaits if you try to deceive me believe me I'm breaking you down
[SOLO / Pete]
[BRIDGE]
[CHORUS]
The lyrics of Burning Point's song "Hell Awaits" express a desire for independence and a refusal to submit to authority. The lyrics specifically address someone who has been condescending towards the singer and attempts to control their behavior with rules. The singer asserts their independence and promises to rewrite their own future, which they will achieve through victory over the other person. The chorus, "Hell awaits when you're near me / Hell awaits if you try to deceive me believe me I'm breaking you down," reinforces this idea of a struggle for power, indicating that the singer sees themselves as a force to be reckoned with.
In contrast to the other person's words, the singer emphasizes the importance of actions over words, declaring that "Actions speak louder than words ever will." The bridge, "Say what you say it doesn't mean anything / Play what you play, but in the end I will take it all," further emphasizes this theme of taking action and achieving victory. Overall, "Hell Awaits" is a song that celebrates individualism and the power of action to bring about change.
Line by Line Meaning
You're so condescending there's no way I'll be bending down,
I won't submit to your arrogance.
Down with your rules
I reject your authority.
Two worlds colliding I'll be rewriting your future
Our conflicting perspectives will result in me shaping our future.
And the victory is mine
I will emerge victorious in this battle.
Say what you say it doesn't mean anything
Your words have no weight or significance.
Play what you play, but in the end I will take it all...
You may have your fun now, but ultimately I will come out on top.
Hell awaits when you're near me
Your presence brings pain and misery.
Hell awaits if you try to deceive me believe me I'm breaking you down
If you attempt to harm or deceive me, I will dismantle you.
Sucking out all the lifeblood in the end there's no rivals
By draining the essence of those around me, no one can challenge me.
Standing alone on the field
I am self-sufficient and do not need anyone else.
Actions speak louder than words ever will,
My deeds are more meaningful than my speech.
But you're not wise enough to understand the truth
You lack the wisdom to comprehend reality.
Hell awaits just try to deceive me
Attempting to deceive me will lead you straight to hell.
[SOLO / Pete]
An instrumental section.
Contributed by Jasmine M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.