Katharsis, the band's fourth album, was their first release on M-Theory Audio, featuring a more streamlined and radio-friendly sound than their previous work.
- Katharsis was recorded in Helsinki, Finland, with producer Kane, who had previously worked with the band on their 2017 album Bad Blood.
- The album reached number 27 on the Finnish Top 40 Albums chart in its first week of release.
- The album's lead single, "Katharsis," was accompanied by a music video filmed in a gritty, urban environment.
Santa Cruz is a Finnish hard rock and metal band founded in Helsinki in 2007. They are best known for their blend of classic hard rock, heavy metal, and glam metal influences. At the time of Katharsis's release, Santa Cruz were nearing the end of their initial run, with the band announcing a hiatus shortly after its promotion.
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