Finnish power metal powerhouse METAL DE FACTO proudly unveil their highly anticipated new album “The Land Of The Rising Sun – Part 2,” following the success of “Land Of The Rising Sun, Pt. 1.” The album will be released worldwide on March 6th, 2026, via Reaper Entertainment.
The stunning album cover was created by renowned artist Gyula Havancsák, known for his work with legends like DESTRUCTION, ACCEPT, STRATOVARIUS, GRAVE DIGGER, and KREATOR.
Album Tracklist – “The Land Of The Rising Sun – Part 2”:
- Sengakuji Temple
- Across the Milky Way
- Gojira
- My Plastic Escape
- スズメの群れ
- Fury and Beauty
- The Wanderers Truth
- Pen is Mightier Than Sword
- Lighter Than a Feather
- Wheel of the Rising Sun
The first single, “Across the Milky Way,” will be released on December 19, 2025. Fans can expect a powerful, melodic journey that captures METAL DE FACTO‘s signature precision, soaring riffs, and epic songwriting.
The band states:
“Writing and recording of ‘Land of the Rising Sun Part 2’ went smoothly, and the whole band participated in every step of the process, making us more united than ever. We are very proud of the new album and how it seamlessly picks up right where the previous one left off.”
Esa states about the uocoming first single:
“The song that became ‘Across the Milky Way’ was a strong contender to appear already on the ‘Land of the Rising Sun Part 1’ album, but I felt it needed some work. I’m happy that I made myself take a bit of time with the song and really let it grow to its full potential. Epic themes require epic songs, and this one truly delivers!”
Sami adds:
“The upcoming album has a lot of musical variation, and ‘Across the Milky Way’ is the perfect banger to invite metalheads to continue the journey across the ‘Land of the Rising Sun’!”
Current Line-Up:
Esa Orjatsalo – Guitar
Sami Hinkka – Bass
Atte Marttinen – Drums
Benji Connelly – Keyboards
Aitor Arrastia – Vocals
Official Links:
Website: www.metaldefacto.me
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/metaldefacto
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/metaldefacto/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/intl-de/artist/59epaYX40r4ZePz9x3YRdF?si=Ntel9HYORzyOX-X8bqT0vQ
