Embraze

**Embraze**, originally formed as Embrace in 1994 before adopting their current name, is a Finnish gothic metal band known for their mystical and nature-themed lyrics. The group has maintained a core lineup including Lauri Tuohimaa (guitars/vocals) and Ilkka Leskelä (drums) since their inception, later joined by Heidi Määttä (keyboards) in 1995 and Sami Siekkinen (guitars) in 2000. Their discography spans albums like *Katharsis* (2002) and *The Last Embrace* (2006), with recent releases including the 2019 single *One Moon, One Star* and a 2023 version of *Endless Journey*.