Oddland

Formed in Turku, Finland, in 2003, Oddland has spent over two decades developing a distinct, forward-thinking approach to progressive metal. A series of early demos and EPs led to Oddland winning a competition hosted by Century Media Records in 2011. The resulting record deal paved the way for their 2012 debut album, The Treachery of Senses. The release generated significant interest within the progressive metal community. Following the debut, the band took to the road for European festival appearances and support slots alongside established acts like Leprous, Pain of Salvation, and Soen. In 2016, Oddland released their sophomore album, Origin, which introduced a heavier, lower-tuned direction that leaned into djent soundscapes. The writing process was notoriously demanding, pushing the band's internal dynamics to its limits. However, the record ultimately solidified their international footprint, leading to back-to-back European tours in 2017 and 2018. Their third album, Vermilion (2022), marked a turning point. The band completely overhauled their writing and production methods, moving past old creative friction to establish a more collaborative workflow. According to the band, Vermilion represents the first time the finished audio perfectly aligns with their original artistic intent. Oddland continues to refine their signature blend of intricate, dark, and heavy music, with a new album to be released by Frontiers Music in fall 2026.