A banda finlandesa Viima retornou de um longo hiato de 15 anos com o álbum Väistyy Mielen Yö, marcando o seu renascimento na cena do rock progressivo. Após o lançamento de dois discos em 2006 e 2009, a banda desapareceu sem dar pistas de um possível retorno, deixando na cabeça que daqueles que a acompanharam na época, uma incerteza sobre o futuro. No entanto, em 2024, eles surpreenderam a todos com o que é sem dúvida o seu trabalho mais refinado até hoje.
A formação do quinteto é praticamente a mesma de 15 anos atrás, com Hannu Hiltula (flauta, teclados, vocal e backing vocals), Mikko Uusi-Oukari (guitarras e Mellotron), Mikko Väärälä (bateria, vocal, teclados e sinos) e Aapo Honkanen (baixo). A única mudança significativa foi a entrada de Risto Pahlama (vocal, teclados e Mellotron), substituindo Kimmo Lähteenmäki nos teclados. Mesmo tendo saído da banda, Lähteenmäki ainda faz uma participação especial na faixa "Vuoren Rauha."
Väistyy Mielen Yö é composto por cinco faixas que demonstram uma maturidade musical impressionante, combinando elementos sinfônicos com incursões jazzísticas e toques de folk, além de referências à música clássica. A banda se destaca por soar sempre fresca e inovadora, evitando uma sonoridade repetitiva ou derivativa. É claro que influências de bandas como Camel, Genesis e Jethro Tull, assim como dos conterrâneos Tabula Rasa e Scapa Flow, são perceptíveis, mas a banda consegue incorporar essas referências sem comprometer sua originalidade.
A primeira faixa, "Tyttö Trapetsilla", é uma peça compacta e melódica, com destaque para os temas de flauta, violão e guitarra solo. A seção rítmica e as inserções pontuais de órgão também contribuem para a atmosfera animadora do início do álbum. "Äiti Maan lapset" é uma suíte de quase 19 minutos, que se desenvolve de forma coesa, alternando entre passagens serenas e momentos mais intensos, embora sem exageros. A peça se destaca pelas camadas de teclados, linhas compactas de baixo, guitarras robustas e um vocal adequado que complementa a rica instrumentação.
"Pitkät Jäähyväiset" começa com uma flauta delicada e notas de teclado antes de evoluir parao tema central que é marcado por uma batida envolvente. A música ganha peso à medida que avança, com riffs de guitarra intensos e uma seção rítmica pulsante, culminando em uma atmosfera psicodélica criada pelos teclados. "Perhonen" é um dos destaques do álbum, começando de forma hipnotizante e crescendo em intensidade até alcançar um momento mais pesado, com bateria e baixo em destaque, enquanto a guitarra e o teclado criam um clima sinfônico e atraente. "Vuoren Rauha" é a última faixa do álbum, inicia com sons de vento criados por Kimmo Lähteenmäki, seguidos por uma serena combinação de piano e voz. A música evolui com a entrada da bateria e do Mellotron, que conferem um caráter épico à peça, culminando em um solo de órgão e terminando de forma sutil com sons de vento e uma voz distante.
Väistyy Mielen Yö é um trabalho coeso, onde os músicos atuam como um conjunto, sem protagonismos, mas com uma pluralidade harmoniosa que mantém a banda bem direcionada em suas inúmeras ideias. Para os interessados, as letras das músicas estão disponíveis em inglês no site oficial da banda, viima.org, oferecendo uma experiência ainda mais completa para os fãs de rock progressivo.
================================The Finnish band Viima has returned from a long 15-year hiatus with the album Väistyy Mielen Yö, marking their rebirth in the progressive rock scene. After releasing two albums in 2006 and 2009, the band disappeared without a trace, leaving those who followed them at the time uncertain about the future. However, in 2024, they surprised everyone with what is undoubtedly their most refined work to date.
The quintet's lineup is nearly the same as it was 15 years ago, featuring Hannu Hiltula (flute, keyboards, vocals, and backing vocals), Mikko Uusi-Oukari (guitars and Mellotron), Mikko Väärälä (drums, vocals, keyboards, and chimes), and Aapo Honkanen (bass). The only significant change was the addition of Risto Pahlama (vocals, keyboards, and Mellotron), replacing Kimmo Lähteenmäki on keyboards. Even after leaving the band, Lähteenmäki still makes a special appearance on the track "Vuoren Rauha."
Väistyy Mielen Yö is composed of five tracks that demonstrate an impressive musical maturity, combining symphonic elements with jazz influences and touches of folk, along with references to classical music. The band stands out for always sounding fresh and innovative, avoiding repetitive or derivative sounds. It’s clear that influences from bands like Camel, Genesis, and Jethro Tull, as well as their compatriots Tabula Rasa and Scapa Flow, are noticeable, but the band manages to incorporate these references without compromising their originality.
The first track, "Tyttö Trapetsilla," is a compact and melodic piece, highlighted by flute themes, acoustic guitar, and solo guitar. The rhythm section and the punctual organ inserts also contribute to the uplifting atmosphere at the beginning of the album. "Äiti Maan lapset" is a nearly 19-minute suite that develops cohesively, alternating between serene passages and more intense moments, though without excess. The piece stands out for its layers of keyboards, compact bass lines, robust guitars, and fitting vocals that complement the rich instrumentation.
"Pitkät Jäähyväiset" begins with delicate flute and keyboard notes before evolving into the central theme marked by an engaging beat. The music gains weight as it progresses, with intense guitar riffs and a pulsating rhythm section, culminating in a psychedelic atmosphere created by the keyboards. "Perhonen" is one of the album's highlights, starting hypnotically and building in intensity until it reaches a heavier moment, with drums and bass standing out while the guitar and keyboard create a symphonic and captivating vibe. "Vuoren Rauha," the final track of the album, begins with wind sounds created by Kimmo Lähteenmäki, followed by a serene combination of piano and vocals. The music evolves with the entrance of drums and Mellotron, giving the piece an epic character, culminating in an organ solo and ending subtly with wind sounds and a distant voice.
Väistyy Mielen Yö is a cohesive work where the musicians function as a unit, without any individual dominating but rather with a harmonious plurality that keeps the band well-directed in their numerous ideas. For those interested, the song lyrics are available in English on the band's official website, viima.org, offering an even more complete experience for progressive rock fans.
NOTA: 9/10
1. Tyttö Trapetsilla (4:42)
2. Äiti Maan Lapset (18:50)
3. Pitkät Jäähyväiset (6:38)
4. Perhonen (6:45)
5. Vuoren Rauha (7:37)
Ouça, "Tyttö Trapetsilla"
The Finnish band Viima has returned from a long 15-year hiatus with the album Väistyy Mielen Yö, marking their rebirth in the progressive rock scene. After releasing two albums in 2006 and 2009, the band disappeared without a trace, leaving those who followed them at the time uncertain about the future. However, in 2024, they surprised everyone with what is undoubtedly their most refined work to date.
The quintet's lineup is nearly the same as it was 15 years ago, featuring Hannu Hiltula (flute, keyboards, vocals, and backing vocals), Mikko Uusi-Oukari (guitars and Mellotron), Mikko Väärälä (drums, vocals, keyboards, and chimes), and Aapo Honkanen (bass). The only significant change was the addition of Risto Pahlama (vocals, keyboards, and Mellotron), replacing Kimmo Lähteenmäki on keyboards. Even after leaving the band, Lähteenmäki still makes a special appearance on the track "Vuoren Rauha."
Väistyy Mielen Yö is composed of five tracks that demonstrate an impressive musical maturity, combining symphonic elements with jazz influences and touches of folk, along with references to classical music. The band stands out for always sounding fresh and innovative, avoiding repetitive or derivative sounds. It’s clear that influences from bands like Camel, Genesis, and Jethro Tull, as well as their compatriots Tabula Rasa and Scapa Flow, are noticeable, but the band manages to incorporate these references without compromising their originality.
The first track, "Tyttö Trapetsilla," is a compact and melodic piece, highlighted by flute themes, acoustic guitar, and solo guitar. The rhythm section and the punctual organ inserts also contribute to the uplifting atmosphere at the beginning of the album. "Äiti Maan lapset" is a nearly 19-minute suite that develops cohesively, alternating between serene passages and more intense moments, though without excess. The piece stands out for its layers of keyboards, compact bass lines, robust guitars, and fitting vocals that complement the rich instrumentation.
"Pitkät Jäähyväiset" begins with delicate flute and keyboard notes before evolving into the central theme marked by an engaging beat. The music gains weight as it progresses, with intense guitar riffs and a pulsating rhythm section, culminating in a psychedelic atmosphere created by the keyboards. "Perhonen" is one of the album's highlights, starting hypnotically and building in intensity until it reaches a heavier moment, with drums and bass standing out while the guitar and keyboard create a symphonic and captivating vibe. "Vuoren Rauha," the final track of the album, begins with wind sounds created by Kimmo Lähteenmäki, followed by a serene combination of piano and vocals. The music evolves with the entrance of drums and Mellotron, giving the piece an epic character, culminating in an organ solo and ending subtly with wind sounds and a distant voice.
Väistyy Mielen Yö is a cohesive work where the musicians function as a unit, without any individual dominating but rather with a harmonious plurality that keeps the band well-directed in their numerous ideas. For those interested, the song lyrics are available in English on the band's official website, viima.org, offering an even more complete experience for progressive rock fans.
NOTA: 9/10
1. Tyttö Trapetsilla (4:42)
2. Äiti Maan Lapset (18:50)
3. Pitkät Jäähyväiset (6:38)
4. Perhonen (6:45)
5. Vuoren Rauha (7:37)
Ouça, "Tyttö Trapetsilla"
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