Dragonheads
Finland's sword-bearing metal merchants Ensiferum present a crushing mini-CD, filled to the brim with melodies honouring the Nordic pagan heritage, delivered with the firm conviction of seasoned professionals they are.  "Dragonheads" is also the first Ensiferum recording to feature Petri Lindroos from Norther as a full member of the band on guitar and vocals, filling the boots left by Jari M„enp„„ (now pursuing a successful solo career with Wintersun). Another newcomer is Janne Parviainen (ex-Barathrum, ex-Waltari) on drums, who replaced Oliver Fokin. The line-up is completed with founding member Markus Toivonen (guitar), Sami Hinkka (bass) and Meiju Enho (keyboards).