Runetica is a Finnish melodic heavy metal project founded by a singer, composer and lyricist Maija Tiljander. Runetica’s music explores dystopian futures where humans and machines intertwine. Each song is a chapter in an unfolding mythos, exploring what it’s like to exist in a world shaped by organic and artificial life alike.

News

New single ICHOR is out now

ICHOR is Runetica’s third single. It explores a self-centered sense of identity and a narcissistic worldview in which personal interests are placed above everything else, leaving no room for differing opinions or mutual understanding. One’s own value system is seen as objectively correct, and any behavior that supports it is therefore justified. The song was born out of frustration with the egoistic side of humanity, disappointment in rigid clashes of opinion, and above all the question: what would happen if these black-and-white ways of thinking were imposed on all of us?

 

Music video for the new single ICHOR is now out!

New song PHI is out now!

Runetica’s debut single, Flower-Crowned Poet, was released on June 6th 2025, and is now available on all major streaming platforms. The track offers the first glimpse into Runetica’s world – and what’s to come.

Runetica is founded by Maija Tiljander as a channel for her sci-fi inspired lyrics and compositions. The music combines the elements of progressive and symphonic heavy metal with strong vocals and reverance for storytelling.