Liv Sin - Close Your Eyes (Full Album)

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Swedish heavy metal band Liv Sin, formed in 2016 by Liv Jagrell (formerly of Sister Sin), released their fourth album, Close Your Eyes (2025), via Seek & Strike. The album is described as a fusion of classic heavy metal with a modern twist, featuring heavy riffs, powerful vocals (including screams and melodic vocals), intense grooves, and lyrics about rebellion, social issues like human trafficking, and Norse mythology. Tue Madsen's polished production and the addition of two new guitarists reinforce the album's energy, which balances Judas Priest influences with modern breakdowns.

Swedish bands:
Sister Sin: From Gothenburg (Switchblade Serenades, 2008), Sister Sin, Liv Jagrell's former band, delivers heavy metal with punk rock and attitude. If Close Your Eyes maintains old-school roots, Sister Sin is a direct reference.

In Flames: From Gothenburg (Clayman, 2000), In Flames (early albums) blends melodic death metal with catchy riffs and modern touches. If the album has a Swedish melodic vibe, it's similar.

Arch Enemy: From Halmstad (Wages of Sin, 2001), Arch Enemy combines melodic death metal with heavy metal and aggressive female vocals. If Close Your Eyes explores screams, it's a valid comparison.

Amaranthe: From Gothenburg (Amaranthe, 2011), Amaranthe blends heavy metal with modern elements and melodic vocals. If the album has accessible hooks, Amaranthe is an influence.

The Night Flight Orchestra: From Helsingborg (Sometimes the World Ain't Enough, 2018), The Night Flight Orchestra blends hard rock with heavy metal and AOR. If Close Your Eyes has a melodic side, it's a reference.

International bands:
Judas Priest: From the UK (Screaming for Vengeance, 1982), Judas Priest is a clear influence, with heavy riffs and powerful vocals. If Close Your Eyes focuses on metallic anthems, it's an obvious base.

Metal Church: From the US (Metal Church, 1984), Metal Church delivers classic heavy metal with riffs and energy. If the album recaptures the old-school vibe, it's similar.

Warlock: From Germany (Hellbound, 1985), Warlock, led by Doro Pesch, combines heavy metal with striking female vocals. If Close Your Eyes has attitude, it's a solid comparison.

Halestorm: From the US (The Strange Case Of..., 2012), Halestorm blends hard rock and heavy metal with powerful female vocals. If the album has modern hooks, it's an influence.

Doro: From Germany (Force Majeure, 1989), Doro continues the Warlock tradition with metallic anthems. If Close Your Eyes has an anthemic feel, it's a reference.

Shared characteristics:
Classic heavy metal: Close Your Eyes features heavy riffs, virtuoso solos, and metallic anthems, like Judas Priest, Metal Church, and Sister Sin.

Modern touch: Breakdowns, polished production, and melodic elements align the album with Amaranthe, Halestorm, and early In Flames.

Powerful female vocals: Liv Jagrell delivers vocals that range from melodic to screams, like Warlock, Arch Enemy, and Doro.

Rebellious themes: Lyrics about rebellion and social issues reflect Judas Priest and Halestorm.

Swedish influence: The melodic and groovy vibe connects the album to the Gothenburg scene, such as In Flames and The Night Flight Orchestra.

Band: Liv Sin
Album: Close Your Eyes
Country: Sweden
Genre: Heavy Metal
Label: Independent
Release date: August 8th, 2025

MEMBERS
Per Bjelovuk - Drums (2016-2018, 2020-present)
Liv Jagrell - Vocals (2016-present)
Daniel Skoglund - Bass (2021-present)
Sonny Bloom - Guitars (2025-present)
Ante Raw - Guitars (2025-present)

TRACKLIST
1. Praise the Winners | 00:00
2. Run | 04:28
3. Close Your Eyes | 07:42
4. Louder | 11:34
5. It's Not Your Life | 15:17
6. Above the Line | 18:50
7. The Shadow March | 22:28
8. Shades of the Sun | 23:17
9. Raven | 26:00
10. I Refuse | 30:55
11. The Mask | 34:08
12. Hold It Together | 38:34

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