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Hokka – unleash cinematic video for new single ‘Blackbird’

HOKKA return with a powerful new chapter in their unfolding musical saga. The warrior and the sensai – Joel Hokka (ex-Blind Channel) and Pauli Rantasalmi (ex-The Rasmus) – continue their journey with the release of the gripping new single ‘Blackbird’.

Taken from the upcoming album VIA MISERIA IV, set for release on April 24 via Nuclear Blast Records, ‘Blackbird’ delivers another intense and emotionally charged installment in the project’s evolving narrative. Driven by haunting melodies and cinematic production, the track dives also a bit deeper into the heavier side of the band. 

Accompanied by a striking new cinematic video, ‘Blackbird‘ continues the storyline introduced in the previous singles, expanding the visual and emotional world of HOKKA. The song builds with relentless energy before soaring into a powerful chorus that hits straight to the heart.

With ‘Blackbird‘, HOKKA once again blend storytelling, atmosphere, and raw emotion – offering a glimpse into the dramatic universe that awaits on VIA MISERIA IV.

Listen to ‘Blackbird’ on all platforms: https://hokka.bfan.link/blackbird

Joel Hokka comments on the song: 

“‘Blackbird’ is the latest single from the upcoming debut album “Via Miseria IV”. This track shows the heavier side of HOЖA. With a riff influenced by the very roots of heavy metal and melodies echoing from the Nordic darkness, this track serves as a perfect introduction to the debut album. Revenge with love, enjoy!

Tracklist:

01. Blackbird
02. In The Darkness
03. Death By Cupid’s Arrow
04. Via Miseria
05. Heart Said No
06. Bon Apetit
07. Murder Ballad
08. Angels Fall
09. Serpent’s Song
10. Kiss From A Rose

Pre-order VIA MISERIA IVhttps://hokka.bfan.link/via-miseria-iv

Ian Mc Donnell

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