Swedish hard rock band Seventh Crystal is thrilled to unveil their new single and official video, “Blinded By The Light,” from their upcoming third studio album Entity. The album is set to release on November 8th, 2024, via Frontiers Music Srl.
Describing the single, the band says: “‘Blinded By The Light’ is the centerpiece of the album’s narrative, portraying a person crushed by oppression and ostracism. In their desperation, they seek to protect others from suffering the same fate, even if it costs them their life.”
The band adds: “In today’s polarized world, filled with disinformation and fake news, the journey is different for many, but the outcome is often the same—total collapse and system failure with devastating consequences.”
Seventh Crystal also explains the concept behind Entity: “We live in an era dominated by social media, AI, filter bubbles, and sensational headlines crafted by anonymous sources. Disinformation manipulates the masses, creating multiple ‘truths’ while reality remains elusive. Technology, while meant to solve problems and fulfill human needs, can become its own master, with humans as its subjects—a new form of existence, an ‘Entity.’”
Entity is a reflection on this evolution. “Is it for better or worse? Is it under control or out of control? That’s for the listener to decide,” says the band.
Since storming the melodic rock scene with their 2021 debut album Delirium, Seventh Crystal has raised the bar with Entity, their third full-length release. The album blends melodic rock with progressive elements, sometimes pushing into heavier territory, while maintaining the band’s unique style.
Formed by Kristian Fyhr in 2019, the Gothenburg-based band evolved from a solo project into a full band when Johan Älvsång and Olof Gadd joined. Soon after, Anton Roos and Emil Dornerus rounded out the lineup. The band signed with Frontiers Records in 2020 and released their debut album Delirium the following year, garnering international attention. Realizing they needed another guitarist for live shows, Gustav Linde joined, leading to the creation of their guitar-oriented sophomore album Wonderland in 2023.
After Johan Älvsång’s departure, the band continued as a five-piece and began work on Entity. Drawing influences from a wide range of genres, from soft rock to heavy metal, Seventh Crystal delivers a sound marked by powerful production, catchy hooks, and emotionally charged melodies. Their goal is to remain authentic, serving as both an inspiration and an escape for their fans.
Entity Tracklist:
Oathbreaker
Thirteen to One
404
Path of the Absurd
Architects of Light
Interlude
Blinded by the Light
Siren Song
Versus
Mayflower
Push Comes to Shove
A Place Called Home
Song of the Brave