"Fimbulvinter" by Bjørn Riis: A Journey Through Darkness and Light... 

Named after the legendary long winter that heralds Ragnarok, a time of both destruction and rebirth. Bjørn Riis’ new album Fimbulvinter is a profound and deeply personal work. Drawing from his own experiences with anxiety, Bjørn explores themes of hopelessness, paranoia, and despair, ultimately finding a spark of hope and gratitude in the darkness. “This isn’t an autobiographical album,” Bjørn explains, “but I wanted to share parts of my own journey and address a subject that I feel is both deeply important and still somewhat taboo.” Musically, Fimbulvinter reflects Bjørn’s diverse influences, blending the atmospheric and introspective tones of progressive rock with the energy and swagger of the hard rock bands he grew up with in the early ’80s. Fans of Kiss, Black Sabbath, and classic progressive acts will find much to love in the album’s rich soundscapes. From the driving, anthemic energy of “Gone” - a track made for blasting on the open road - to moments of introspection and monumental heaviness, Fimbulvinter is a dynamic journey through darkness and light. Bjørn takes centre stage on the album, performing all instruments and vocals, while also enlisting contributions from talented collaborators, including Henrik Bergan Fossum (Airbag), Arild Brøter (Pymlico) and Kai Christoffersen on drums. Longtime partner and co-producer Vegard Kleftås Sleipnes also returns, ensuring the album’s production is as impeccable as its compositions. With Fimbulvinter, Bjørn Riis once again demonstrates why he is a cornerstone of the progressive rock scene, delivering music that is as emotionally resonant as it is sonically captivating.

 

 

MARKETING & PROMOTION / SELLING POINTS

• "Fimbulvinter", a new album by Bjørn Riis.

• With Fimbulvinter, Bjørn Riis once again demonstrates why he is a cornerstone of the progressive rock scene, delivering music that is as emotionally resonant as it is sonically captivating.

• For fans of: Pink Floyd, Airbag, Steven Wilson, Kiss, Porcupine Tree.

• Digital singles & lyric videos: Gone (13. Feb), She (04. March), Fimbulvinter (27. March)

• Black vinyl and limited edition coloured vinyl. 

• Limited LP version on 180g Black/White marble vinyl (800x)

• Poster included in the first vinyl pressing. 

 

 

TRACK LIST

01.Illhug

02.Gone

03.Panic Attack

04.She

05.Fimbulvinter

06.Fear of Abandonment