Artist: BEFORE THE DAWN
Album: DEATHSTAR RISING ORANGE MARBLED VINYL (LP)

Release date: 21.08.2026
EAN/UPS: 4255698502237
Media type: LP

“Deathstar Rising” stands as one of the defining chapters in BEFORE THE DAWN’s catalogue – a record shaped by renewed energy, growing confidence, and a strong sense of forward momentum within the band. During the time the album was written, the group was becoming increasingly active as a live band across Finland and Europe, which directly fueled the motivation and atmosphere behind the release.

A key factor in the creative leap of “Deathstar Rising” was the arrival of drummer Atte Palokangas (later known for his work with Beast In Black). His powerful and precise performance elevated the band’s sound significantly and helped define the identity of the album.

More than a decade later, the album still holds a special place among fans and remains an important part of the band’s live legacy during the current “second coming” of BEFORE THE DAWN, with selected songs still appearing in the setlist. At the same time, the album has long been unavailable on vinyl and the original CD edition has been sold out for years, making this first ever vinyl release on August 22nd, 2026 via Reaper Entertainment a highly anticipated moment.

For Tuomas Saukkonen, revisiting this era feels both exciting and rewarding – a reminder of a time when everything was moving forward with clarity and momentum, and a record that continues to stand tall within the band’s history.

LP:

    The First Snow
    Winter Within
    Deathstar
    Rememberance
    Unbroken
    Judgement
    The Wake
    Sanctuary
    Butterfly Effect
    Wreith
    Infinity