Eluveitie's 2025 album "Ànv" (meaning 'wind' in Gaulish) sees the band returning to Nuclear Blast with a collection of songs that explore their signature blend of melodic death metal and traditional Celtic instrumentation. The album features a renewed focus on lyrical themes drawn from Gaulish history and mythology, presented with the band's characteristic raw energy and polished production.
- "Ànv" was recorded at Hamburg's Soundlodge Studio with producer Chris Harms, known for his work with Lord of the Lost.
- The album's lead single, "The Call of the Ancients," was accompanied by a music video filmed on location in the Swiss Alps, further emphasizing the band's connection to their homeland.
- Upon release, "Ànv" debuted at number 12 on the German album charts, marking the band's highest chart position in their home country.
Eluveitie is a Swiss folk metal band founded in 2002, known for integrating traditional Celtic and European folk music with extreme metal. They are pioneers in the "new wave of folk metal" movement. The release of "Ànv" in 2025 places it at a point where the band continues to explore their established sound, following a period of consistent touring and previous album cycles.
