LIV SIN release new single 'Louder' to mark release of their powerful album Close Your Eyes
Swedish modern metal force LIV SIN celebrate the release of their new album, Close Your Eyes, with the launch of a powerful new single, 'Louder'. Out today via Seek & Strike, the album has already garnered critical acclaim, with Metal Gods Meltdown praising it as “an impressive blend of sonic breadth and emotional depth.”
Fronted by the formidable Liv Jagrell (ex-Sister Sin), LIV SIN deliver a fierce fusion of aggressive, riff-heavy intensity and soaring melodies, steadily carving out their unique place on the global metal stage. Close Your Eyes showcases the band’s growth and command, balancing raw power with emotional resonance.
The newly released single 'Louder' is described by the band as their “most straightforward metal-rock song,” designed to be an anthem fans can easily sing and scream along to. Tackling themes of betrayal and resilience, the track invites listeners to drown out negativity by cranking up their favourite music and losing themselves in the moment.
Watch the video for 'Louder' here: https://youtu.be/DEiPFepIO8g?list=RDDEiPFepIO8g
Order the new album here: https://orcd.co/livsincye
LIV SIN comments: "This is our most straightforward metal-rock song. We wanted to make a song that you could sing/scream along easily with, and with a theme that the most of us can feel and relate to. The song is about when someone you think is your friend, suddenly turns his or her back on you and starts to slander you.What is better to do than crank up your favorite music and silence the world around you for just a while.
We then had the idea of inviting our fans and other random metal people into the video to make a performance video that could share the true feeling of being on a LiV SiN live show. We invite you all to sing, scream, have a great time and jump along!"
A dynamic five-piece born from the ashes of Sister Sin, LIV SIN deliver a sound steeped in modern metal, melodic hooks and uncompromising intensity. Since their formation, the band has built a reputation for soul-stirring live shows and an authentic connection with fans.
Alongside Liv Jagrell (vocals) are Per Bjevoluk (drums), Daniel Skoglund (bass), Sonny Larsson (lead guitar) and Ante Mäkelä (rhythm guitar), each bringing unique musical influences and personal passions to the table, from painting and folk music to animal rescue, yoga and music education. Their collective energy is channeled into creating cathartic anthems for a global audience.
Rooted deeply in Swedish culture, several members of LIV SIN are dedicated to preserving the nation’s rich tradition of folk music, community art and craftsmanship. Sonny is an accomplished folk guitarist and painter, while Ante works in cultural education, championing the music and arts institutions that have helped define “the Swedish music wonder". Their love for traditional sounds and storytelling often seeps into their songwriting and creative aesthetic.
The new album began to reveal its dark heart earlier this year with the release of the powerful title track, 'Close Your Eyes'. Confronting the grim realities of human trafficking, the track features a striking guest vocal performance from Lars Palmqvist of Scar Symmetry. Following that, the band unveiled the intense single 'Run', inspired by a harrowing real-life cult story, further building anticipation for the full release. Mixed by acclaimed producer Tue Madsen (Babymetal, Meshuggah), Close Your Eyes promises a heavy, unflinching sonic journey.
Driven by purpose and powered by riffs, LIV SIN are not only forging new paths in heavy music, they’re carrying pieces of Sweden’s cultural soul with them along the way.
Catch LIV SIN live:
26/9 Mora, Sweden - Lilla Helfvetet
27/9 Motala, Sweden - Bomber Bar
3/10 Örebro, Sweden - Kvarteret & co
4/10 Trollhättan, Sweden - Backstage Bar
17/10 Söderhamn, Sweden - Söderhamns Teater
18/10 Östersund, Sweden - Jane Doe
1/11 Stockholm, Sweden - Encore (Kids show)
1/11 Stockholm, Sweden - Encore
15/11 Rock at Sea
28/11 Borås, Sweden - Klubb Hades
29/11 Lidköping, Sweden - Sockerfabriken
Track-list:
1. Praise The Winners
2. Run
3. Close Your Eyes
4. Louder
5. It's Not Your Life
6. Above The Line
7. The Shadow March
8. Shades Of The Sun
9. Raven
10. I Refuse
11. The Mask
12. Hold It Together