OBSCURA - unleash 'A Sonication' + watch the video for 'In Solitude'.

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Four men with long hair and beards sit on a sofa against a stone wall. They wear dark clothing. The mood is serious and intense. — Photo by Grzegorz Gołębiowski

Germany-based progressive metal titans OBSCURA return with A Sonication, the highly anticipated second installment of their ambitious trilogy concept, out today via Nuclear Blast Records worldwide. This marks the band’s seventh full-length release and their second with Nuclear Blast, showcasing a bold evolution in sound while staying true to their signature complexity and innovation.

Elegant yet commanding, A Sonication seamlessly bridges OBSCURA’s past and future, capturing their relentless pursuit of musical progression. Written and recorded during extensive worldwide touring in support of their previous album, A Valediction, the new record was finalized with award-winning producer Fredrik Nordström at Studio Fredman (In Flames, Bring Me The Horizon, Architects) in Gothenburg, Sweden. With the instrumental tracks completed, frontman Steffen Kummerer finished vocals and acoustic guitar sections using custom-built ENGL amps, while Nordström helmed the mixing and mastering process. The result is a heavier yet brighter sonic landscape, underscoring OBSCURA’s commitment to refinement and expansion.

Lyrically, A Sonication delves into layered meanings and interpretations. The title itself—derived from the process of using sound waves to agitate particles—offers a multifaceted perspective, blending scientific principles with philosophical introspection. Each composition embodies a personal episode from Kummerer’s life, further connecting the album to A Valediction as part of the ongoing trilogy. To visualize the album’s theme, acclaimed artist Eliran Kantor (Testament, Kreator, Hatebreed) was enlisted, crafting a silver-toned aesthetic that seamlessly complements OBSCURA’s sonic and visual identity.

To mark the release of A Sonication, OBSCURA unveils the official music video for ‘In Solitude,’ offering fans a first glimpse into the album’s immersive world.

Mastermind Steffen Kummerer comments:

"With A Sonication our seventh full length album sees the light of day, and we can’t be more proud of the record and how it turned out. The overall introverted, almost melancholic vibe and pace matches perfectly with the theme of the second album of our ongoing trilogy that started a few years back, releasing A Valediction in 2021. The fragile and human touch, featuring edges and dynamics back to back, turned into a unique album to be heard best with a good system or classy headphones. Obscura will embark on a relentless touring schedule covering the next years. Listen to the record, and see you at a venue near you.“

OBSCURA recently kicked off their European tour alongside SKELETAL REMAINS and GOROD. However, 2025 is set to be even busier for the band, as they have just announced the Shred Fest USA tour. This massive trek will take them across North America and Canada for 26 electrifying dates.

OBSCURA

support: SKELETAL REMAINS , GOROD

04.02. GER Stuttgart - Im Wizemann

05.02. IT Milan - Legend

06.02. CH Aarau - Kiff

07.02. FR Lyon - MJC O Totem

08.02. ES Barcelona - Wolf

09.02. ES Madrid - Sala Mon

10.02. PT Lisbon - Lav Lisboa

11.02. ES Portugalete - Groove

12.02. FR Toulouse - Le Rex

13.02. FR Rennes - L‘ubu