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)
Quicker Than the Eye
Burning Point Lyrics
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Signs of nature the blood red skies
Quiet rumble from the distance
Something strange something evil this way comes
[Pre-Chorus]
Descending from the sky
Quicker than the eye
You should make your move faster
or die.
[Chorus]
Hear his scream across the crimson sky
As he gathered the demons around
He unleashed the desperate battle cry
as his minions were shot down in flames
He was standing on the holy ground
Thunder roaring, lightning a light the sky
Earth was trembling, heaven's on fire
Nature's forces the power that divide the night
[Pre-Chorus]
Descending from the sky
My choice, my master
Quicker than the eye
You should make your move faster
or die.
[Chorus]
Hear his scream across the crimson sky
As he gathered the demons around
He unleashed the desperate battle cry
as his minions were shot down in flames
[Solo - Pete]
[Pre-Chorus]
[Chorus]
Hear his scream across the crimson sky
As he gathered the demons around
He unleashed the desperate battle cry
as his minions were shot down in flames
Hear my call across the freezing north
Over the mountains and frozen streams
Winter ends the life too short
Still I dream to be forever free
The opening lyrics to the song "Quicker Than the Eye" by Burning Point paint a picture of impending doom, with signs of nature warning of something evil coming. The lyrics continue to describe a descent from the sky, with the singer noting that they have a choice and a master. The urgency of the situation is emphasized in the repetition of the phrase "quicker than the eye," which serves as a warning to the listener to act fast or face the consequences.
As the song progresses, the singer describes a battle between a powerful figure and their minions against some kind of unknown force. The battle takes place on holy ground, with the power of nature dividing the night. The solo guitar work by Pete provides a powerful moment in the song, before returning to the urgent pre-chorus and chorus sections.
The final passage of the song shifts focus to the singer themselves, calling out across the freezing north and dreaming of being forever free. Overall, "Quicker Than the Eye" uses vivid imagery and intense musicality to create a sense of urgency and impending danger, leading to a cathartic release in the final passages.
Line by Line Meaning
Falling ashes final warning
The end is near, and the dust from destruction is falling as a forewarning.
Signs of nature the blood red skies
The skies have turned red, symbolizing the destructive power of nature.
Quiet rumble from the distance
A subtle sound that suggests something ominous is approaching from far away.
Something strange something evil this way comes
Evil forces are approaching, and the ominous signs indicate that something very strange is happening.
Descending from the sky
The arrival of a force from above that can't be stopped.
My choice, my master
The master of this force is in charge of their own destiny.
Quicker than the eye
The force is swift and impossible to stop, moving faster than anyone can react.
You should make your move faster or die.
You must move quickly in order to avoid the force's destruction, or risk ultimate death.
Hear his scream across the crimson sky
The scream of the evil force is heard across the red sky, indicating chaos and destruction.
As he gathered the demons around
The force is summoning its followers, who are just as destructive as their master.
He unleashed the desperate battle cry
The force has been waiting for battle, and it's letting out its rage as it prepares to fight.
as his minions were shot down in flames
The loyal followers of the force were caught in a fiery battle and ultimately defeated.
He was standing on the holy ground
The force is powerful enough to stand on sacred land, signaling its dominance over everything and everyone.
Thunder roaring, lightning a light the sky
Nature's fury is unleashed, with thunder and lightning lighting up the sky like a warzone.
Earth was trembling, heaven's on fire
All of creation is reacting to the force and the battle that's taking place, with the earth trembling and fire raging through heaven.
Nature's forces the power that divide the night
The power of nature is what separates darkness from light, and that force is at play in the battle that's taking place.
Hear my call across the freezing north
The singer is calling out to anyone who might hear, even in the most isolated and inhospitable of places.
Over the mountains and frozen streams
The call is traveling over the peaks and icy waters of the north, competing with the sounds of nature.
Winter ends the life too short
The unforgiving winter is a reminder that life is fleeting and limited.
Still I dream to be forever free
Despite the chaos and destruction around him, the singer dreams of being free from the forces that threaten to destroy him.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
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