Burning Point have a new vocalist. It is Nitte Valo (former vocalist of Battle Beast) who joins the Finnish melodic metal band. The band has also recruited a new keyboardist: Jarkko Väisänen. Pete Ahonen also decided to step down from the lead vocalist position and continue as a guitarist. But there is more. The band will start recording their new album soon and the working title is Polttopiste.

The band says: "2009 when we parted ways with Pasi (Hiltula), we decided we would continue without an 'official' player in the band and use a 'hired gun' in the gigs. Jarkko (Väisänen) was our first choice and he has been with us for a while now. He is a solid player and really cool guy to be with. We are very happy that he decided to join BP ranks as an official keyboardist."

"Well, it has been a one helluva ride for 15 years to handle both, vocals and guitar, but now we thought it was time to try something totally new. I love playing and singing live, I love to be on the spotlight...but also I want the band to be in constant motion and moving forward", says Pete. "Nitte is perfect choice as a new frontma...oh woman, very powerful voice and an awesome stage performer!"

Nitte explains: "These guys are awesome and the music, just great! I love all the Burning Point songs! I've been away from the world of heavy metal for a while now, but now with these guys, I am back! I'm very excited and anxious to start recording the new stuff and just waiting to be on stage with Burning Point."

Source:	facebook.com
Band profile:	Burning Point