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)
Higher
Burning Point Lyrics
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we passed the turning point
there's nothing to be done
we're darkness and light
I'm disappearing into you
your mind is like a maze
you can't see my point of view
[Pre-chorus]
Show me, the darkness of your
heart grown cold
open your eyes and see...
[Chorus]
Higher, emotions will rise
Desire, still burns behind the lies
Unspoken words can't be heard
if you don't keep an open mind
distant skies will turn to red
the puzzle unsolved...
Is this battle all in vain
the pain and the suffering
the question still remains
is there light in the dark
[Pre-chorus]
[Chorus]
The lyrics of the song 'Higher' by Burning Point delve into the complexities of a relationship that has reached its turning point. The singer is disappointed in their partner and feels like they have both been consumed by darkness and light, with no options left. The singer also feels like they are disappearing into their partner’s mind, which is like a maze, and they can't understand each other's point of view, resulting in a web of lies they are drowning in.
The pre-chorus of the song asks the partner to show them the darkness of their heart that has grown cold, hoping they can open their eyes and come to an understanding. The chorus of the song talks about how emotions will rise higher, and the desire still burns behind the lies. The singer feels like the words that were left unspoken may never be heard, and they can only be understood if there is an open mind. The song goes on to question if the suffering and pain of their relationship is all in vain and if there is any light in the dark.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm disappointed in you
I expected better from you, but you have let me down.
we passed the turning point
We have reached a moment where there is no turning back.
there's nothing to be done
There is no solution to the problem at hand.
we're darkness and light
We are two opposing forces that cannot coexist.
I'm disappearing into you
I am losing myself in you and your world.
your mind is like a maze
Your thoughts and ideas are complex and difficult to navigate.
you can't see my point of view
You are unable to understand my perspective on things.
we're drowning in lies
We are surrounded by deceit and falsehoods that are suffocating us.
Show me, the darkness of your heart grown cold
Reveal to me the cold and dark aspects of your personality.
open your eyes and see...
Be aware of the reality of the situation.
Higher, emotions will rise
Emotions will intensify and reach a climax.
Desire, still burns behind the lies
Despite the lies, the desire still remains strong.
Unspoken words can't be heard
Silent thoughts cannot be understood or communicated.
if you don't keep an open mind
Unless you are willing to be receptive and understanding.
distant skies will turn to red
Things will only get worse and more serious.
the puzzle unsolved...
The problem remains unsolved and complex.
Is this battle all in vain
Is fighting for this worth it or futile?
the pain and the suffering
The emotional distress and hardship of the situation.
the question still remains
The question of whether there is hope remains unanswered.
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