On "Shadows of the Dying Sun," Insomnium continued their exploration of bleak, epic melodic death metal. This album saw them refine their signature sound with increased emphasis on atmospheric keyboards and driving rhythms.
- Recorded at Studio 57 in early 2014 with producer Dan Swanö, "Shadows of the Dying Sun" was the band's sixth studio album.
- The album reached number 2 on the Finnish charts and number 74 on Germany's Official Top 100 Albums chart.
- The track 'The Lay of the Autumn Stars' was released as a single preceding the album, accompanied by a music video.
Insomnium is a melodic death metal band from Joensuu, Finland. They are known for their melancholic sound and evocative lyrics, often drawing inspiration from the darker aspects of nature and human emotion.
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