Meridian by Meridian
With fists raised and amps cranked, MERIDIAN return in 2025 with their fifth studio album, a self-titled statement of intent and rebirth. “Meridian” is a no-frills celebration of classic heavy metal spirit, reconnecting with the raw energy, melodic power, and rebellious attitude of the genre’s golden era. From the first riff to the final scream, this is heavy metal the way it was meant to be: direct, honest, and electrifying.
Formed in Denmark and active since 2013, Meridian have long stood at the crossroads of melodic metal, with flashes of AOR and progressive influences shaping their early records. But now, with a new frontman and a renewed sense of direction, the band strips everything back to essentials, delivering a hard-hitting, hook-filled album that proudly wears its ‘80s metal influences on its sleeve.
The shift in sound comes from two key moments: a conscious decision to sharpen their sonic identity, and the arrival of Søren Adamsen (ex-Artillery) as lead vocalist. His commanding presence and raw vocal style bring a harder edge to the band, perfectly suited to the record’s return-to-roots approach. The result is a collection of tightly crafted songs with thunderous riffs, melodic choruses, and blazing guitar solos, echoing the best of classic Maiden, Dio, and Saxon.
Produced, mixed and mastered by guitarist Marco Angioni (Tygers Of Pan Tang, Steel Inferno) at Angioni Studios, “Meridian” was recorded with a live-first mindset and a stripped-down production ethos. Minimal studio tricks. Maximum impact. The album captures the tight interplay and raw stage energy that have long defined the band’s live shows.
This is not just another record - this is MERIDIAN. A bold restart. A love letter to heavy metal. And a reminder that the old school still rules.
Tracklist
| 1. | Uprising | 4:30 |
| 2. | When The World Finds Out | 3:50 |
| 3. | Crown The King Of Violence | 3:46 |
| 4. | Last Words Of A Dying Man | 4:08 |
| 5. | B.U.R.N. | 3:47 |
| 6. | Swinging The Chain | 4:46 |
| 7. | The Way Back | 4:35 |
| 8. | Taking Power | 5:46 |
| 9. | Mask Of Anger | 7:34 |
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MERIDIAN return in 2025 with their fifth album—a self-titled blast of classic heavy metal spirit. Featuring new vocalist Søren Adamsen (ex-Artillery) and produced by Marco Angioni, the band strips things back to raw riffs, big hooks, and old-school attitude. Out September 19, 2025 via From The Vaults (LP, CD, digital).