I have a confession to make which is also a spoiler alert for this review. I have never understood the need for rock bands to make acoustic, stripped back or unplugged albums as it seems just such a pointless exercise. I am and always will worship at the Altar of the Scorpions being true metal..

Sonata Arctica set to release ‘Acoustic Adventures Volume 1’ on 21 January 2022
With a unique trademark sound that is instantly recognizable even through a massive block of ice, Finnish melodic power metal overlords SONATA ARCTICA never fail to enthral their audience with captivating hymns of Nordic splendour and magic. Graced by the aurora borealis, they’ve released ten studio albums thus far, taking us into their world since the majestic..

SONATA ARCTICA – ANNOUNCE ALBUM ‘ACOUSTIC ADVENTURES – VOLUME ONE’ FOR OCTOBER 2021 + REVEAL EUROPEAN TOUR DATES INC. LONDON SHOW
Finnish melodic metallers Sonata Arctica are a band with a unique sound, touched by a hint of melancholy. Today, the band announces the release of their first acoustic album, Acoustic Adventures - Volume One, to be released in October 2021 through Nuclear Blast Tonträger Produktions. Acoustic Adventures - Volume One will be followed by a second acoustic record, to be released..