INSANIA – The Great Apocalypse

From humble beginnings in Stockholm in the early ’90s, Insania carved a name for themselves with a blend of melodic power metal influenced by genre titans like Helloween and Iron Maiden. What began as a group of friends playing covers turned into something much more, as founding members Mikko Korsbäck and Henrik Juhano eventually crafted original material that led to their debut World of Ice in 1999. Over the years, the band evolved, overcame lineup changes, and ultimately went on hiatus in 2007. But the flame was never fully extinguished. Their return in 2021 with Insania V rekindled the band’s spirit, powered by the soaring vocals of Ola Halén. Now, four years later, Insania is back with The Great Apocalypse, ready to push boundaries once again.

Into the Fire

The Great Apocalypse dives deep into darker waters. According to the band, “The Great Apocalypse picks up just where Insania V left us, and many of the songs are touching the subject of mankind being destructive and never learning from our previous mistakes. In fact, every song on this album is a little bit darker than the songs on Insania V, so sit back, raise the volume on your device, and let yourself flow into the darkness of our world going under with an incredible and beautiful sound of The Great Apocalypse.” Lyrically and tonally, the album confronts themes of collapse, prophecy, and internal struggle—all while staying rooted in the energetic, melodic framework fans love. Expect high-speed double bass, catchy choruses, and an unrelenting drive from beginning to end.

Production

From the opening riff to the final fadeout, The Great Apocalypse is a masterclass in modern power metal production. Each band member brings their A-game, with a level of precision and passion that elevates the album’s heavy themes. The drum work from Mikko Korsbäck is thunderous yet precise, laying down a relentless foundation. Guitarists Niklas Dahlin and Ola Halén deliver razor-sharp riffs and soaring solos that flirt with virtuosity, while Erik Arkö’s bass locks everything in place. Vocally, Halén’s performance is nothing short of commanding—his range and emotion cut cleanly through the layered instrumentation. The production itself is polished without sounding sterile, capturing the band’s energy with clarity and impact.

Final Notes

While The Great Apocalypse doesn’t aim to reinvent the power metal genre, it doesn’t need to. This is a band comfortable in its identity—offering epic, melodic metal with thought-provoking themes and rock-solid performances. The album delivers everything a fan of the genre could ask for: huge hooks, dark lyrical undertones, tight musicianship, and a sleek production that enhances every element. Insania might not be breaking the mold here, but they’ve perfected their craft—and The Great Apocalypse proves they still have plenty to say, and plenty of fire left to burn.

Line Up

• Ola Halén – Vocals and Guitars
• Niklas Dahlin – Guitars
• Erik Arkö – Bass
• Mikko Korsbäck – Drums

The Great Apocalypse – Tracklist

1. The Trinity
2. Indestructible
3. No One’s Hero
4. Afterlife
5. Revolution
6. The Prophesier
7. Fire From Above
8. Underneath The Eye
9. The Great Apocalypse (When Hell Is All Around)

Check out the video for “The Trinity” by Insania off of their new album: The Great Apocalypse