CONSTANCIA – Final Curtain [Special Edition 2026] *HQ*

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In 2026, Swedish melodic hard rockers CONSTANCIA enter an important new chapter. With a refreshed lineup, a brand‑new EP, a full album in progress, and a return to the touring circuit, the band is stronger than ever. For the first time since their formation two decades ago, CONSTANCIA has also taken full control of their career—managing everything independently, including the launch of their own record label.
And they are reissuing by themselves their long time out of print celebrated sophomore album: “Final Curtain [Special Edition]” including bonus tracks.
The sound & style of CONSTANCIA in this album is something of a revelation. Guitarist Janne Stark describes it as ‘melo-gressive metal’ and to be honest, he’s probably right. However, the Melodic Hard Rock is the foundational stone here.
The groovy bass, bombastic drumming and some of the guitar riffs wouldn’t be out of place in a classic metal band, but there’s a melodious edge to the record that’s almost emotional at times. Match the two sides up and you get something as beautiful and savage as a snake in ballet gear.
The glue that binds the heaviness and beauty together is that masterly gob-monger David Fremberg. He really does have a bloody good voice with oodles of oomph and bagfuls of sweetness. His turns on the ballads are especially memorable. And of course, Janne Stark’s superb guitar work.

Opener “Don’t Tread On My Heart” is pure class, with a main melody bringing to mind Germany’s Frontline. I think this is a very good comparison to describe Constancia’s music: early Frontline with all the melodies and edge.
“Spectres” continues with the quality adding some progressive twists and a superb guitar work by Stark, while “Way To Life” blends hard rock groove with aggressive (yet clean) riffs.

Then “Live A Lie” is a favorite of mine, now a real melodic hard rocker with a Scandi feel all over, a killer chorus, huge harmony vocals and sharp riffs / keyboards. A winner.
“Hang Tough” is another highlight with some Treat on it, the edgy side of Treat. Other cuts worth to mention are the Gary Hughes sounding “Hold on My Heart”, the mid-tempo “Greyhound Therapy” (excellent vocals) and the ultra-melodious “Lies Within Lies”.

“Final Curtain [Special Edition]” delivers 3 bonus tracks including the oddly named ”Greyhound Therapy”, a dynamic rocker with great atmosphere, the midtempo ”Trail of Tears” with some Alien on it, and the catchy ”Wake Up Dreaming”, a Scandi Melodic Rock gem.

CONSTANCIA is an incredible band: top class songwriting, really good instrumentation / stellar performances, and the excellent sound / production. Another strong point in the band skills are the harmony vocals on most of the songs, and some twists here and there to provide variation and dynamism.
“Final Curtain [Special Edition]” is a great second effort from these Swedes, mostly revolving around Melodic Hard Rock patterns but with the necessary balance to appeal a wide audience.
Very Much Recommended

01 – Don’t Tread on My Heart
02 – Spectres
03 – Way to Life
04 – Live a Lie
05 – Hang Tough
06 – Lucidia
07 – Hold on My Heart
08 – Greyhound Therapy (Bonus Track)
09 – Lies Within Lies
10 – Little Fighter
11 – In Your Eyes
12 – Final Curtain
13 – Wake up Dreaming (Bonus Track)
14 – Trail of Tears (Bonus Track)

David Fremberg: vocals (Andromeda)
Janne Stark: guitar (Grand Design, Overdrive)
Mikael Rosengren: keyboards (Token, Scudiero)
Linus Abrahamsson: bass (Andromeda)
TrumPeter Svensson: drums (Faith, Mercy, Locomotive Breath)

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