Greek modern metal outfit Telma has announced their upcoming sophomore studio album, “Awakening”, set for release on February 28th, 2025.
To fuel the anticipation, the band has shared the intense first single, “Seventeen”, accompanied by a powerful music video.
“‘Seventeen’, is a poignant and powerful tribute to women who have suffered as victims of gender-based violence”, Telma explains. “The song draws attention to a grim reality in Greece, where a significant number of women tragically lose their lives each year at the hands of their partners. Through its haunting melody and heartfelt lyrics, ‘Seventeen’ honors the memory of these women while striving to shine a light on this pressing social issue. It is both a remembrance and a call to action, urging society to confront and combat gender violence with urgency and compassion”.
Watch the video for “Seventeen” below.
Building upon the success of their 2021 debut, “Eternal”, which delved into the inner struggles of humanity, “Awakening” takes a broader, more socially conscious approach. The album addresses pressing global issues such as the abuse of power, societal injustice, and gender-based violence.
“‘Awakening’ takes the torch from ‘Eternal’ – The thirst of power of the few that leads societies to war, people in despair and more hatred born. ‘Awakening’ talks about social injustices, gender violence, and issues that have always been around but have now come to the surface in our country and across the world. All deriving from the same root, our futile thirst for power and control of others. But in all this darkness, we do not give up and we stand and live our life the way we choose. Despite the waves that hit us, we have to embrace reality and fight together. That is the whole point of this album, that is the point of the ‘Awakening’”!
“Awakening” was produced by George Margaritopoulos and recorded at M.S.M. Studios & Devasoundz Studios. The album was mixed by Fotis Benardo (Devasoundz Studios) and mastered by Tony Lindgren at Fascination Street Studios. Stunning artwork and design by Artaxas Design.
“Awakening” will be self-released by Telma on February 28th, 2025. The album is now available for pre-order here.
Tracklist:
1. Crystal Clear
2. Belly of the Beast
3. Stray Dogs
4. Seventeen
5. Awakening
6. Journey of Dust
7. Got No Rythm
8. The Price of Freedom
Line-up:
Mark Kotoulas – Guitars
Kostas Koutsomarkos – Guitars
Anthony Kyritsis – Vocals
Mike Tziastoudis – Drums
Filip Kotoulas – Bass
Weblinks:
www.facebook.com/TelmaBand
www.instagram.com/telma_band
