German melodic death-doom metal band Nailed to Obscurity unveiled their new single, Spirit Corrosion, from their fifth studio album, Generation of the Void, due out September 5, 2025, via Nuclear Blast Records. The track, accompanied by a cinematic music video, is their most accessible yet, featuring a gripping chorus that highlights the album’s nuanced and atmospheric approach.
The band—Raimund Ennenga (vocals), Jan-Ole Lamberti (guitar), Volker Dieken (guitar), Carsten Schorn (bass), and Jann Hillrichs (drums)—stated: “Spirit Corrosion is one of those songs that hit us hard while writing—emotionally raw, yet powerful and strangely uplifting. We’re incredibly proud of how it turned out and can’t wait to finally share the song and video with you. It’s got one of the most captivating choruses we’ve ever written, layered with dynamic drumming and a deep sense of atmosphere.”
Watch the Spirit Corrosion video:
Stream Spirit Corrosion nto.bfan.link/spirit-corrosion
Pre-order Generation of the Void nto.bfan.link/generation-of-the-void
Generation of the Void is Nailed to Obscurity’s most ambitious album, reflecting post-pandemic turmoil, European conflicts, and personal battles with depression and fear. Recorded between 2021 and 2024 at Woodshed Studios (Landshut, Germany) for guitars, bass, and drums, and Hansen Studios (Ribe, Denmark) for vocals, it features enhanced production with a balance of growls and clean vocals. The album’s 10 tracks explore societal disillusionment and emotional depth.
Track Listing:
- Glass Bleeding
- Liquid Mourning
- Overcast
- Spirit Corrosion
- Generation of the Void
- Echo Attempt
- Allure
- Clouded Frame
- Misery’s Messenger
- The Ides of Life
Available Formats:
- CD Jewelcase
- Light Rose Black Marbled 2-LP (with etching on Side D)
- Digital (24-bit/44.1kHz, MP3, FLAC)
Marking their 20th anniversary, Nailed to Obscurity will embark on their first extensive European headline tour in Autumn 2025, joined by Yoth Iria (Greece) and Oak, Ash & Thorn (US). The tour begins September 11 in Athens, Greece, and ends December 6 in Emden, Germany, featuring a career-spanning setlist.
Select Tour Dates:
- 9/11 – Athens, GR @ Kyttaro (Yoth Iria closing, no Oak, Ash & Thorn)
- 9/12 – Thessaloniki, GR @ Eightball Club (Yoth Iria closing, no Oak, Ash & Thorn)
- 9/14 – Beşiktaş, TR @ IF Performance Hall (no Oak, Ash & Thorn)
- 11/19 – Dresden, DE @ Club Puschkin
- 11/26 – Paris, FR @ Backstage By The Mill
- 12/1 – Copenhagen, DK @ Stengade
- 12/6 – Emden, DE @ Live Music Center
Full dates/tickets: nailedtoobscurity.com
Formed in 2005 in Esens, Germany, Nailed to Obscurity evolved through albums like Abyss (2007), Opaque (2013), King Delusion (2017), and Black Frost (2019), which peaked at #37 in Germany. Signed to Nuclear Blast in 2018, they’ve toured with Amorphis, Soilwork, Jinjer, and Dark Tranquillity, and played Wacken Open Air and Summer Breeze. Their progressive death-doom sound, led by Raimund Ennenga since 2012, continues to captivate.
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