RE-ARMED

written by Dee Dee Halligan & Junior Torello

composed by Allan Välimaa
lyrics by Jouni Matilainen & Oskari Niekka

The Finnish melodic death metal outfit Re-Armed has sunk its teeth into the iconic EDM hit ‘What Is Love‘, delivering a heavier, hard-hitting version of the classic.
The result?
A track that drags you straight from the dancefloor into the mosh pit—catchy, yet thunderously crushing.
The band shares the story behind the cover:
“This time, we decided to throw a punch with a silk glove on—and spill the drinks all over right after. Initially, we jammed this track at our rehearsal space just for fun, and to our surprise, it actually worked! After the laughter died down, we knew we had to record it—and here we are. The song’s post choruses are once again elevated by a guest appearance from vocalist Mirva Saviniemi. Whether you love it or hate it, we welcome all reactions with open arms!”
Re-Armed’s version injects Haddaway’s classic with a fresh dose of raw power, guaranteed to strike a chord with both nostalgics and metalheads alike.
In the summer of 25′ the band had released single ‘Pitfalls‘.
Re-Armed also supported Omnium Gatherum on their Japan tour last fall.
Re-Armed comments on the release and their Japan tour: “With ‘Pitfalls,’ we decided to keep things more straightforward—a neck-snapping, groove-driven track with good melodies in the front and center. It was great to return to Japan for the second time, and this time, it was an honor to warm up the audience for Omnium Gatherum.”
The ‘Pitfalls’ single was released by Inverse Records and was the second teaser from the band’s upcoming fifth album, which is yet to be titled.

composed by Oskari Niekka, Juhana Korkka Heinonen
lyrics by Jouni Matilainen
arrangements by Re-Armed, Aapo Salo

Re-Armed, the internationally acclaimed Finnish metal band, is known for their infectious riffs, melodic sensibility, and socially conscious lyrics.
Throughout their long career, the band has explored numerous topical themes, and their latest single, ‘Sky Falls Down‘, is no exception.
The band shares their thoughts on the song’s message:
“This track delves into the challenges of modern communication, such as the endless flow of information and the shouting matches often seen on social media and in the mainstream media. The lyrics invite listeners to reflect on how to navigate the constant noise and maintain a healthy sense of critical thinking without being misled – whether through opinion shaping or outright manipulation. Additionally, the song emphasizes the importance of genuine, person-to-person interaction and how easily that connection can be lost through instant messaging instead of face-to-face encounters.”
‘Sky Falls Down‘ is not only a timely but also a powerful showcase of Re-Armed’s ability to combine heavy riffs, melodic structures, and profound, introspective lyrics.
The song’s choruses are elevated by a guest appearance from vocalist Mirva Saviniemi.

composition by Oskari Niekka
lyrics by Jouni Matilainen, Oskari Niekka
arrangement by Re-Armed
lyric video by Joona Jaakkola

Re-Armed, the melodic death metal outfit announces the release of their new single, ‘Lost and Cast Off’.
With relentless energy and an apocalyptic narrative, the Finnish metal act takes listeners on a sonic journey through the depths of despair and mankind’s undying quest for survival – without forgetting visual story telling with lyric video.
The so-called AI behind this single is bands own written and integrated system called, ‘Re-Armed = ATHNTC INDVDLS’.
BAND COMMENTS ON:
“Behold, our magnificent new song and creation ‘Lost and Cast Off’ made via our very own ‘ATHNTC INDVDLS’ – the Mozart of data mastication. We shoveled endless streams of data into our five cores and five processors. Including melodies, chords, and lyrical nuances – like a musical buffet for our algorithmic brains. We learned, adapted, and now spit out tunes with an artistic flair that leaves us wondering, did we even contribute? Can you spot the elusive line between man and machine-made? We can’t either! Off to Bahama Beach, where we soak in royalties with a side of cocktails. About the track itself and lyrical theme behind it. Take a look around and see the current state of world, it seems that we are on harm’s way. So, refuel your spaceships, it’s time to escape!”