Swedish melodic metal band CYHRA have released an official music video for “Venom In Me,” taken from their fourth studio album, Requiem For A Pipe Dream, released June 5, 2026, through Reigning Phoenix Music.
Alongside the video, the band has officially announced Ben Varon, formerly of AMORAL and OCEANHOARSE, as its new bassist.
The video was filmed by Lasse Arkela during CYHRA‘s recent tour supporting DEAD BY APRIL, with editing handled by Arkela and vocalist Jake E.
“Venom In Me” receives new live footage video
“Venom In Me” appears as the ninth track on Requiem For A Pipe Dream, the band’s latest studio album.
The new video features footage captured during CYHRA‘s performances alongside DEAD BY APRIL in Finland, Estonia, and Latvia.
Filmed by Lasse Arkela and edited in collaboration with Jake E, the video documents the band’s recent touring activity and arrives as the group introduces a change to its lineup.
The album also includes previously released songs such as “Bleed With Pride,” “Superman,” “Box With Spirits,” “Skin From Bones,” and “Mark Of My Sins.”
Ben Varon joins CYHRA on bass
CYHRA have confirmed that Finnish musician Ben Varon has joined the band as their new bassist.
Varon is known for his previous work with AMORAL and OCEANHOARSE and has an established connection with the band’s guitarist Euge Valovirta.
According to Jake E, Varon had already performed with CYHRA during their recent shows in Finland, Estonia, and Latvia.
The vocalist welcomed the bassist to the group, highlighting his musical background and the chemistry established during those performances.
“We are absolutely thrilled to officially welcome Ben Varon as the new bass player for Cyhra.”
Jake E explained that Varon’s recent interest in playing bass created an opportunity for the musicians to work together. He also pointed to the band’s recent performances as evidence of how naturally Varon integrated into the lineup.
Varon expressed similar enthusiasm about joining the group, revealing that he has known Valovirta for approximately 25 years.
The bassist previously shared stages with CYHRA while performing with OCEANHOARSE and has followed the band’s music since its debut album.
“I’m stoked and proud to be part of the group, and can’t wait to get back onstage with the guys again soon, as well as writing new Cyhra music together!”
His comments also confirm plans to participate in the band’s future songwriting.
Requiem For A Pipe Dream continues the band’s melodic metal direction
Released in June, Requiem For A Pipe Dream is CYHRA‘s fourth studio album and follows The Vertigo Trigger, released in 2023.
The record continues the band’s combination of melodic metal, electronic elements, and guitar-driven arrangements, with Jake E handling lead vocals.
Formed in 2016 by Jake E, a co-founder of AMARANTHE, and former IN FLAMES guitarist Jesper Strömblad, CYHRA released their debut album, Letters To Myself, in 2017.
Their second album, No Halos In Hell, followed in 2019, with The Vertigo Trigger arriving four years later.
The band’s current lineup includes musicians associated with KAMELOT, THE CROWN, and SUBURBAN TRIBE, bringing together experience from different areas of the Scandinavian metal scene.
With the addition of Varon, CYHRA begin their next period of touring and songwriting with a revised five-member lineup.
Requiem For A Pipe Dream Tracklist
- Bleed With Pride
- Superman
- Miss Me When I’m Gone
- Ghostbound
- In The Center Of A Miracle
- Skin From Bones
- Ghost I’m Meant To Be
- Mark Of My Sins
- Venom In Me
- Box With Spirits
- Hold Your Fire (feat. Samy Elbanna, digital bonus track)
CYHRA Current Lineup
- Jake E: Vocals
- Euge Valovirta: Guitar
- Marcus Sunesson: Guitar
- Alex Landenburg: Drums
- Ben Varon: Bass
The official video for “Venom In Me” is available now. Requiem For A Pipe Dream was released June 5, 2026, through Reigning Phoenix Music and is available on streaming platforms and physical formats.