The Puzzle

Dark Sarah’s second full-length for Inner Wound Recordings finds the Finnish symphonic metal outfit threading narrative ambition through orchestral arrangements and operatic vocals. The Puzzle assembles layered strings and brass against driving guitar work, creating a concept album that prioritizes melodic storytelling over mere technical display. With over 1,500 listens across the label’s roster, this record demonstrates symphonic metal’s enduring appeal among dedicated listeners seeking theatrical depth and compositional craft.