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Published: 05 December 2024

• Empathy Test
• Isaac Howlett

‘Endless Night’ is the mind-blowing second solo single from EMPATHY TEST singer / songwriter Isaac Howlett, following the huge success of his debut, ‘House of Cards’, which reached #1 on the German Alternative Chart (DAC), #2 on the Bandcamp Synthpop Chart, and #5 on the Bandcamp Synthwave chart. A world away from its upbeat predecessor, ‘Endless Night’ utilises a grand piano, sparse percussion and lush strings, slowing the tempo and ramping the “feels” up to eleven. Isaac’s ever-poignant lyrics, which deal with the subject of depression (the “endless night” of the title) in a poetic and personal way, are lifted by a magical soundscape that builds to an epic crescendo under the deft hand of returning producer Walter Kazmier (NYXX, Danny Blu). An orchestral waltz in 3/4 time, this second taste of Isaac Howlett’s forthcoming solo album, ‘A Year Without Light’, tentatively slated for release in the fall / autumn of 2025, demonstrates both a growing musical maturity and a desire on Isaac’s part to move beyond the stylistic constrictions of EMPATHY TEST and the Synth Pop scene in general.

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Published: 05 December 2024

• Plage Noire

The sixth chapter of the “Legend of the Black Beach” has been written: PLAGE NOIRE 2024 enchanted the Weißenhäuser Strand this past weekend, drawing around 3,000 guests to the Baltic Sea coast. Even before the official festival kick-off, about a third of the attendees celebrated an energetic start at Thursday’s warm-up party. On Friday and Saturday, the three festival stages showcased the full spectrum of sounds from the dark scene.

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Published: 05 December 2024

• Amphi Festival

The Amphi Festival 2025 is casting a long shadow ahead. Just in time for the year’s end, the ultimate cult event of the dark scene, taking place on July 19-20, 2025 at Cologne’s Tanzbrunnen, has revealed new additions to its line-up: VNV NATION, SKYND, PSYCLON NINE, ZANIAS, SPIRITUAL FRONT, AUGER, and THE SECOND SIGHT.

VNV NATION, pioneers of Future Pop led by frontman Ronan Harris, combine melodic Synth Pop with driving beats and emotional lyrics. Known for their high-energy live shows, they’ve captivated a loyal fanbase for over two decades. SKYND create a uniquely dark and intense atmosphere with songs inspired by real-life crime cases and human darkness. Their music fuses industrial elements with a distinctive visual aesthetic. PSYCLON NINE, hailing from the U.S., stand out in the Industrial-Metal scene with their raw, aggressive sound that blends EBM and black metal. Their dark, foreboding atmosphere and charismatic performances have become their trademark.

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Published: 28 November 2024

• Highfield Festival

The Highfield Festival, one of East Germany’s largest music festivals, has confirmed 21 new acts for its 2025 edition, taking place from August 15 to 17 at Lake Störmthal near Leipzig. Joining the previously announced K.I.Z are major names like DEICHKIND, KONTRA K, and CLUESO, promising an unforgettable weekend of music and energy.

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Published: 28 November 2024

• Wave Gotik Treffen
• WGT

Looking forward to Wave Gotik Treffen 2025? Promoters confirm new bands very early for the upcoming edition. And there is a new batch of bands already confirmed! Please welcome CAMOUFLAGE (D), THE NOSFERATU (UK), XOTOX (D), SELOFAN (GR), COPPELIUS (D), ICON OF COIL (N), FINNTROLL (FIN), A CLOUD OF RAVENS (USA), THE MEMBRANES (UK), VOMITO NEGRO (B), DECEITS (USA) – Germany-Premiere, INTENT:OUTTAKE (D), NIGHT IN ATHENS (UK), HAGGEFUGG (D), IN MITRA MEDUSA INRI (D), BLACK NAIL CABARET (H), ORANGE SECTOR (D), JAKUZI (TR), ZERAPHINE (D), ABSURD MINDS (D), PUBLIC IMAGE LIMITED (UK), SKYND (AUS), CRIMSON VEIL (UK), NOISEX (D), MOURNING NOISE (USA), CORLYX (UK), TORUL (SLO), RABENGOTT (D), LINEAR MOVEMENT (B), KALT (F), LONDON AFTER MIDNIGHT (USA)

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