Nostalgia In All Its Forms: Talking 'Monumental' with Ignea Vocalist Helle Bohdanova

Nostalgia, we are all susceptible to it in some form or another, and that is what Ignea explore on their brand-new album. Called ‘Monumental’, the new album is set for release on October 23rd, 2026, via Napalm Records. An album enriched with a longing for different, yet familiar times, Ignea’s sophomore album is a more focused effort. One that showcases growth, better balances melody and metal, and delivers experimental touches that add even more expression. It is a brilliant album, and by homing in on the nostalgia aspects, Ignea give it a thread that anyone can grasp and be pulled by. Read the full review here: https://www.gravenoisemedia.com/album-review-ignea-monumental-napalm-records/ In this interview we spoke to vocalist Helle Bohdanova. Discussing the new album and the work that went into making it a reality. We also dig deeper into nostalgia, the good and the bad, creating music in the shadow of war, and so much more. Find out more: https://ignea.band/ Website: https://www.gravenoisemedia.com/ LinkTree: linktr.ee/gravenoise Ko-Fi (Buy us a coffee): https://ko-fi.com/gravenoise Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gravenoisemedia/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gravenoisemedia/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/gravenoisemedia.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.com/@gravenoisemedia Contact: [email protected] Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/gravenoisemedia Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/qgapfkow26b8kb2sit229xcp7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/hr/podcast/grave-noise/id1350465865 Intro/Outro music created by So Far So Good