German symphonic metal powerhouse BEYOND THE BLACK has announced their sixth studio album, Break The Silence, set for release on January 9, 2026, via Nuclear Blast Records. The announcement, made on July 25, 2025, comes just days before the band’s highly anticipated prime-time performance at Wacken Open Air 2025 on July 30. Accompanying the reveal, the band dropped a visually striking music video for the album’s title track, offering fans a taste of what’s to come.
Break The Silence is a concept album that blends the band’s signature melodic metal sound with ethnic influences, exploring themes of communication, inner strength, resilience, and the need to reconnect in a divided world. Tracks such as “Let There Be Rain,” “(La Vie Est Un) Cinéma,” “Ravens,” and “The Flood” delve into how words—or their absence—shape our reality, creating an emotional and multi-layered experience that reflects today’s complex global landscape. The album features guest artists, including Chris Harms of LORD OF THE LOST, Asami from LOVEBITES, and The Mystery of the Bulgarian Voices, adding diverse textures to the record.
Vocalist Jennifer Haben shared her excitement about the project, stating, “On Break The Silence, we opened the door to new influences and collaborations. From symphonic to ethnic elements and guest artists who brought their own style into the mix—this album reflects everything we love about making music without boundaries. It’s a powerful blend of who we are and who we’re becoming.”
The title track, “Break The Silence,” sets the tone with its soaring melodies and powerful instrumentation, showcasing the band’s ability to balance intensity and emotional depth. Fans on X have praised the song’s classic German metal vibe and Haben’s captivating vocal performance, with some noting its infectious melody and the band’s evolving sound. The music video, available on YouTube, has been described as stunning, further amplifying the anticipation for the album.
The album’s tracklist includes:
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Rising High
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Break The Silence
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The Art Of Being Alone (feat. Lord of The Lost)
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Let There Be Rain (feat. The Mystery of the Bulgarian Voices)
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Ravens
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The Flood
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Can You Hear Me (feat. Asami from Lovebites)
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(La Vie Est Un) Cinéma
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Hologram
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Weltschmerz
BEYOND THE BLACK has carved an impressive path since their 2015 debut, Songs of Love and Death, which earned them a Metal Hammer Award for “Best Debut.” Their subsequent albums, including Lost In Forever (2016), Heart Of The Hurricane (2018), Horizons (2020), and their self-titled Beyond The Black (2023), have consistently charted high, with the latter reaching #2 in Germany. The band’s relentless touring, including sold-out European headline runs and support slots for acts like AEROSMITH and SCORPIONS, has solidified their status as a leading force in modern symphonic metal.
To celebrate the album’s release, BEYOND THE BLACK will embark on their “Rising High” European headline tour in January 2026, following festival appearances at Wacken, Hellfest, and Graspop in 2025. Fans can pre-order or pre-save Break The Silence now via the band’s official website, with a limited-edition CD boxset also available.
The release of “Break The Silence” marks a bold new chapter for BEYOND THE BLACK, blending their symphonic metal roots with innovative elements and a powerful message. As they prepare to take the stage at Wacken and beyond, the band invites fans to join them in breaking the silence and embracing this ambitious new work.
