It all began with a fire—disillusioned, yet burning bright. Novarupta was conceived not just as a band, but as a collective concept, exploring the elements that form the essence of life.
In 2019, Disillusioned Fire marked the project's bold debut, but it was only the start of a transformative journey. In 2020, Marine Snow followed, earning the prestigious Manifestgalan Award for "Metal of the Year."
By 2022, Novarupta ventured further into experimental territory with Carrion Movements, the third installment. Featuring just two instrumental tracks spanning 36 minutes, it was lauded by critics for its audacious and immersive approach.
Now, after a long and challenging creative process, the fourth and final chapter arrives. On February 14th, 2025, Astral Sands will complete the tetralogy, closing a monumental chapter in modern metal.
Each album in this series represents a concept tied to the elements, standing alone as a unique artistic statement while also contributing to a larger, cohesive narrative. Together, these four albums form an elemental journey, culminating with Astral Sands.
The constants driving Novarupta have been Alex Stjernfeldt and Arjen Kunnen, with steadfast support from Roger Andersson of Suicide Records. True to its collective vision, Novarupta collaborated with different vocalists for each song, ensuring every track stood as a singular experience—more than music, it is an evolving art project.
As the final chapter nears, Novarupta invites listeners to witness the completion of a bold, transformative journey that redefines the boundaries of conceptual metal.