The Merchant by Viral
Tracklist
| 1. | Shake Your Shackles | 3:46 |
| 2. | Lilith | 4:16 |
| 3. | The Sage | 4:05 |
| 4. | Bow To Me | 4:06 |
| 5. | Maverick | 5:08 |
| 6. | Enigma | 3:06 |
| 7. | Sands Of Madness | 4:45 |
| 8. | Oceans (featuring C.Göransson of Mindless Sinner) | 9:56 |
Credits
released August 15, 2025
Vocals - Albin Forsell
Guitar - Marcus Borggren
Guitar - Larri Mohell Malinen
Bass - Christian Ståhl
Drums - Linus Melchiorsen
Violin and viola on Oceans recorded and performed by Nicola Manzan.
String arrangements composed and produced by Niels Nielsen in consort with Viral.
Guest vocals on Oceans performed by Christer Göransson, from Mindless Sinner.
Additional backing vocals performed by Johan Rapp
Mixed and mastered by Niels Nielsen
Special thanks to:
Mattias Frisk - album art
Zara Rydman - whispering vocals
M.otto.O Sundance MD&M - Cover design
Band Photo: Kim Ekerstad
Live photos: Effie Trikili
Lastly, a very warm THANK YOU to the fans and listeners of Viral. We love you!
Vocals - Albin Forsell
Guitar - Marcus Borggren
Guitar - Larri Mohell Malinen
Bass - Christian Ståhl
Drums - Linus Melchiorsen
Violin and viola on Oceans recorded and performed by Nicola Manzan.
String arrangements composed and produced by Niels Nielsen in consort with Viral.
Guest vocals on Oceans performed by Christer Göransson, from Mindless Sinner.
Additional backing vocals performed by Johan Rapp
Mixed and mastered by Niels Nielsen
Special thanks to:
Mattias Frisk - album art
Zara Rydman - whispering vocals
M.otto.O Sundance MD&M - Cover design
Band Photo: Kim Ekerstad
Live photos: Effie Trikili
Lastly, a very warm THANK YOU to the fans and listeners of Viral. We love you!
License
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A Swedish heavy metal band that emerged from the New Wave of Traditional Heavy Metal during the 2010s. Deeply rooted in the genre's classic sound, Viral has managed to forge a unique style all their own. The band skillfully blends old and new influences while always staying true to the traditional heavy metal heart.