German dark metallers, Nachtblut, have released their third single, “Das Leben der Anderen” [Eng: The Lives of Others], with a music video. The track is cut from their upcoming seventh studio album, Todschick [Eng: Dead chic]. The full-length is due out Friday February 21st, via Napalm Records, as the band kick off a European tour. Check out the new video and more below.
Pre-order Todschick here: https://napalmrecords.com/nachtblut
Nachtblut on their new single:
“When was the last time you scrolled through social networks for hours? From one perfectly staged vacation photo to the next, from faces distorted by filters that warp our beauty standards. And have you ever asked yourself: Why is everyone so flawless and seemingly living an exciting life – except for me? If so, this song is for you.”
In the age of social media, this sentiment is more relevant than ever. The melancholic track “Das Leben der Anderen” captures a deep sense of loneliness and isolation, reflecting the all-too-common feeling of being left behind while everyone else seems to be thriving. Underlined by Askeroth’s guttural screams and explosive synths, this offering elevates their sound to new heights as the band prepares to showcase this and more Todschick tracks on tour.
Following their successful album Vanitas (2020), which reached number 19 in the official German album charts, the quartet is expanding its sound with a multi-faceted mix of stylistic elements and synthesizer sounds that pay homage to the 80s, among other influences. Produced by Chris Harms (Lord of the Lost), the album will also be released in an exclusive wooden box set with a bonus CD containing seven additional tracks and exciting collaborations with scene greats.
Meanwhile, the dark, new-wave-synth track “Manchmal kommen sie wieder” explores the eternal cycles of creation, destruction and war. Tracks like “Kinder des Zorns” invite headbanging with especially hard riffs and tempo. With “Schneller als der Tod,” the band ventures into entirely new musical territory, seamlessly merging epic wild west elements with the powerful sounds of dark metal. Energetic melodies blend perfectly with Askeroth’s characteristic vocals, creating a unique atmosphere that brings the album to a striking conclusion, offering an unexpected musical twist.
With Todschick, Nachtblut not only masterfully enriches dark metal with captivating, genre-spanning sounds that set new accents, but also addresses contemporary societal issues, striking a chord with the times. This new masterpiece is an invitation to view the dark beauty of life and its challenges in a new light, and to join the band on their 2025 headline tour to experience it live!
Nachtblut on the new album:
“Todschick is an album where death sets the rhythm, a musical blood kiss, in which the line between fiction and reality fades with every note.”
Todschick tracklisting:
01 Von Hass Getrieben
02 Todschick
03 Nachtgeweiht
04 Das Leben Der Anderen
05 Manchmal Kommen Sie Wieder
06 Mein Ist Die Hölle
07 Götterstille
08 Kinder Des Zorns
09 Stirb Langsam
10 Schneller Als Der Tod
Todschick will be available in the following formats:
Wooden Box (Digipak CD, Digisleeve Bonus CD, Hand Mirror, Autograph Cards) – 500 copies – Sold Out
1 LP Gold/Black Marbled – 300 copies (Napalm Records Mailorder exclusive)
Vinyl Black
1 Digipak CD
Digital Album
Nachtblut live 2025
Todschick Tour 2025:
w/ Sagenbringer
February:
21 DE – Hanover / Musikzentrum – Sold Out
22 DE – Osnabrück / Rosenhof
27 AT – Wien / Szene
28 DE – Munich / Backstage – Sold Out
March:
01 DE – Stuttgart / ClubCann – Sold Out
02 DE – Stuttgart / ClubCann *Additional Show
06 DE – Nuremberg / Hirsch
07 DE – Leipzig / Hellraiser – Sold Out
08 DE – Berlin / Hole44 – Sold Out
13 DE – Oberhausen / Kulttempel
14 DE – Frankfurt / Das Bett – Sold Out
15 CH – Luzern / Konzerthaus Schüür
Nachtblut are:
Askeroth – Vocals
Ablaz – Bass
Skoll – Drums
Greif – Guitar
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