On March 28th, 2025, award-winning guitarist and blues artist extraordinaire Erja Lyytinen will release her new studio album “Smell the Roses” continues to showcase the musical evolution of the Queen of Slide Guitar. Musical style of the album leans to 60’s and 70’s rock music with it’s long guitar solos and tension creating themes. ”Smell the Roses” is heavier than Lyytinen’s previous albums, still delivering uplifting experience.

1. Smell the Roses
2. Going to Hell
3. Abyss
4. Dragonfly
5. Wings to Fly
6. The Ring
7. Ball and Chain
8. Stoney Creek
9. Empty Hours

Erja Lyytinen vocals, guitars
Harri Taittonen hammond
Heikki Saarenkunnas, bass
Jesse Lehto, drums