Published: June 26, 2026
The Finnish melodic metal band continue the rollout for their forthcoming fifth studio album with “Into The Fire,” released via RPM after the previous single “Hurricane”
ARION have released “Into The Fire”, a new single and music video from the band’s forthcoming fifth studio album. The track was released through RPM and follows “Hurricane”, which served as the first preview of the upcoming record.
Rockum previously covered ARION’s lyric video for “From An Empire To A Fall” in July 2025, documenting another chapter in the Finnish band’s recent release history.
According to guitarist and songwriter Iivo Kaipainen, “Into The Fire” is built around the decision to step into uncertainty with the support of another person.
“A jump into the unknown may feel scary, yet sometimes there's no option but to go. If only there was someone to help you make that decision, to take that leap and jump with you: You close your eyes, take their hand and now you feel strong enough. That's what 'Into The Fire' is about.”
The press release describes “Into The Fire” as a melodic metal track built around riffs, large-scale arrangements, intense vocals and a guitar solo. Its lyrical focus centers on courage, trust and facing the unknown.
ARION released a music video for “Into The Fire” as part of the single’s rollout.
“Into The Fire” is part of the rollout for ARION’s forthcoming fifth studio album. The press release does not provide the album title or release date, so those details are not included here.
ARION are a Finnish melodic metal band whose work connects classic and modern metal elements. The source material identifies the band through melodic songwriting, technical performance and a stage presence developed through international touring.
Over the years, ARION have toured across Europe and Japan with acts including Dream Theater, Gloryhammer, Battle Beast, Bloodbound and Sonata Arctica.
The band has also collaborated with vocalists including Elize Ryd of Amaranthe, Noora Louhimo and Melissa Bonny of Ad Infinitum and Kamelot.
According to the press release, ARION have accumulated tens of millions of streams, with “At The Break Of Dawn” surpassing 20 million streams and achieving gold status in Finland.
LINEUP
Lassi Vääränen — vocals
Iivo Kaipainen — guitar
Topias Kupiainen — drums
Arttu Vauhkonen — keys
Georgi Velinov — bass
Through “Into The Fire”, ARION continue documenting the path toward their fifth studio album while preserving the song’s stated themes of courage, trust and stepping into uncertainty. The release also connects the band’s current material with a broader history that includes European and Japanese touring, international vocal collaborations and previous documented singles within the Rockum archive.
Written by Gino Alache – Music Journalist
Photo credit: Ville Juurikkala
Watch the official music video for “Into The Fire” below.
