The band’s new album ‘Duél’ arrives in February
Jinjer have unleashed a brand new single, “Green Serpent.” The track is another taste of the band’s highly anticipated album Duél which is slated to arrive on February 7, 2025 through Napalm Records. Stream the official music video for the song below.
On Duél, Jinjer continues their long-lasting collaboration with accomplished producer Max Morton, who co-produced, mixed and mastered the album. This new masterwork lives up to Jinjer’s reputation as metal visionaries, once more showing that the band refuses to follow any set rules in their genre, but choose their own path of creativity.
Jinjer bassist Eugene Abdukhanov comments, “First of all, it‘s hard to believe that we’re about to release our fifth full length album! After all the releases we’ve made, finally having Duél in our hands and ready to be shared with the world, makes us very proud that our band still hasn’t run out of creativity and inspiration. The fact that we still challenge ourselves to release the best music we have ever made with each new release, is what keeps Jinjer moving forward. This upcoming album was the longest songwriting process we’ve ever had and it took almost two years to complete.
We worked very hard with every free minute we weren’t on tour, recording demos over and over again and always searching for the perfect sound for guitars, bass and drums. It was also the first time that Tatiana did vocal pre-productions, so it’s safe to say that none of our releases were so well thought out and calculated as this one. It pulverizes the boundaries of the modern progressive metal genre but still remains sophisticated, exciting and extreme all at the same time. We took up the challenge to expand our musical horizons even wider than before in order to cement Duél to be the next step in Jinjer‘s musical growth and hopefully the evolution of metal music in general.”
Back in September, Jinjer kicked off their North American tour at the Starland Ballroom in New Jersey where they debuted some new material from their upcoming album.
Revisit our review and live photos HERE.
Jinjer released their debut full-length album, Inhale, Don’t Breathe, in 2013. This independent release quickly garnered attention for its technical musicianship and Shmayluk’s versatile vocal delivery. Tracks like “Scissors” and “Exposed as a Liar” established them as a rising force in the Eastern European metal scene. The album earned them a Best Ukrainian Metal Act award in 2013, solidifying their reputation as innovators.
In 2014, Jinjer signed with Napalm Records, a major step that exposed them to international audiences. Their second album, Cloud Factory (2014), marked a significant improvement in production quality and songwriting. The record featured fan favorites such as “Outlander” and “Who Is Gonna Be the One,” blending elements of groove, progressive metal, and metalcore.
Jinjer’s third album, King of Everything (2016), was a breakthrough both musically and commercially. The album included the track “Pisces,” a song that would become their signature anthem. Accompanied by a viral studio video showcasing Tatiana’s seamless vocal transitions, “Pisces” catapulted Jinjer to global prominence. The album explored themes of self-discovery, existentialism, and resilience, set against a backdrop of complex time signatures and intricate arrangements.
Following the success of King of Everything, the band embarked on extensive international tours, earning a reputation for their high-energy live performances. In 2019, Jinjer released the Micro EP, a five-track project that included the fan-favorite track “Perennial.” The EP showcased their evolving sound, incorporating even more progressive and technical elements.
Later that year, they released the full-length album Macro, a critically acclaimed record that expanded their fan base. Tracks like “Judgement (& Punishment)” and “Pit of Consciousness” reflected their ability to mix aggressive riffs with reggae, jazz, and other unconventional influences.
The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted Jinjer’s touring schedule, but the band remained productive, working on new material during lockdowns. In 2021, they released their fourth studio album, Wallflowers, a deeply introspective and heavy record. The album tackled themes of isolation, personal struggles, and resilience, resonating strongly with fans during a challenging time.
Wallflowers was praised for its tight production and creative risks, with tracks like “Vortex” and “Mediator” showcasing their technical prowess. Despite logistical challenges, Jinjer found ways to connect with fans through live streams and virtual events.
Jinjer – Duél [Napalm Records, 2024]
1. Tantrum
2. Hedonist
3. Rogue
4. Tumbleweed
5. Green Serpent
6. Kafka
7. Dark Bile
8. Fast Draw
9. Someone’s Daughter
10. A Tongue So Sly
11. Duél
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