Hiraes (Dawn Of Disease, Critical Mess) Unveil “Through The Storm” Single and Video, with New Album Announced

German melodic death metallers, Hiraes, will kick off the new year with their sophomore album, Dormant, out January 26, via Napalm Records. Wasting no time, they have just dropped the full-length’s first single and opener, “Through The Storm.” You can also check out our recent live coverage of the band! Get stuck in to the article below for the video and more from the band.

The band comments about the track and video:

“In a way, the video is a continuation of our first single, “Under Fire”, from the last album. It‘s dedicated to a storm and its indomitable energy. Experience this debut single and join us as we navigate “Through The Storm” together!”

The band adds “We are far beyond proud to present our second album Dormant to you! The album will grab you with its intensity from the first second on and won’t let you go. We invested a lot of energy, dedication and passion to create this monumental and melancholic piece of melodic death metal. Having played countless shows over the last two years, Dormant captures the energy of Hiraes‘ live performances and places the songs right between heart and gut.”

“Once again, none other than the talented staff of Fascination Street Studios under the direction of Jens Bogren are responsible for the refinement of our sound. We are so much looking forward to unleashing Dormant upon all those metalheads out there!”

Dormant track listing:

01 Through The Storm

02 We Owe No One

03 Undercurrent

04 Chance To Fail

05 About Lies

06 Come Alive

07 Ocean Child

08 Nightflight

09 Red Soil

10 Dormant

Dormant will be available in the following formats:

– 1 CD Digisleeve (6page)

– 1 LP Gatefold solid royal blue

– Digital Album

More from Hiraes:

Compared to their lauded 2021 debut, Solitary, it’s immediately evident that Hiraes did not only grow within their sound due to countless live appearances, but have invested more time and energy into developing their sophisticated songwriting and production, leaning further into their own unique sound profile. Due to the use of varying keys and sonic elements, Dormant is undoubtedly fresh without sacrificing the nuances that caused their first album to connect so successfully with fans.

With their very first offering, Hiraes already created an exciting new melodic death emergence, built upon a brutalized vocal attack, intense melodies and aggressive guitars. On Dormant, Hiraes flexes their own trademarks in an intensified way, ranging from versatile drumming, catchy riffs and hymn-like melodies to enthralling soundscapes and the impressive vocal onslaught of singer Britta Görtz. Dormant is a stirring, intense and dynamic death metal affair that is both heavily brutal and dark, yet full of melodic melancholy. This album is highly recommended for fans of Insomnium, Dark Tranquillity, Arch Enemy, Amon Amarth and At The Gates.