Symphonic metal masters, Leaves’ Eyes, have released the official video for “Song Of Darkness”, the title track of their new EP, Song Of Darkness, available on March 6 via Reigning Phoenix Music.
Vocalist Elina Siirala states: “‘Song Of Darkness’ is like a play with contrasts: it combines the mysterious and dark with light and angelic. In the midst of a dark story, there’s a feeling of hopefulness! The opposing elements create once again a perfect canvas and drama for a Leaves’ Eyes song!”
“Our ‘Song Of Darkness’ transports you to a world of dark dreams and inner turmoil, where mystical spirits from ancient times guide your destiny. A tragic love story, but no happy ending,” adds band founder Alexander Krull.
Stream/download the single here, and find the music video below.
For more than two decades, Leaves’ Eyes have forged their own path through the realms of symphonic and Viking metal, uniting mythic storytelling with boundless musical imagination. Founded in 2003 by vocalist and producer Alexander Krull, the band stands as a meeting point between power and poetry. With Finnish soprano Elina Siirala fronting the band since 2016, their sound has evolved into a breathtaking blend of classical precision and visceral energy. Joined by Florian Ewert and Luc Gebhardt on guitars, bassist Dominik Prykiel and session drummer Nils Kreul, Leaves’ Eyes create immersive worlds that bridge ancient history and modern emotion.
In 2026, the band enters a new chapter with the release of the EP, Song Of Darkness, marking the dawn of a creative cycle that expands both their sonic and conceptual horizons. Recorded at Mastersound Studio under Krull’s production, the record refines their signature fusion of orchestral depth and metallic intensity. It reveals a group at the height of its craft, balancing the sweeping scale of symphonic metal with an earthy, human pulse.
Lyrically, Song Of Darkness journeys into the shifting borders between myth, magic and history. The stories it tells of shadowed realms, dark times, and the courage that endures through loss, mirror timeless themes that have always guided the band’s vision. The title track “Song Of Darkness” is inspired by the medieval Icelandic saga of Gisli the Outlaw and takes the listener to times of murder and intrigue, guilt-ridden magical dreams and the hope of redemption.
Each song unfolds like a chapter in a saga: cinematic in scope, yet deeply personal in feeling. Siirala’s commanding and emotional performance brings the tales to life, her voice illuminating the storm of sound around her, while Krull’s growls anchor the music with raw force and conviction.
Musically, the EP showcases the band’s mastery of contrasts. Towering choirs and strings rise beside crushing riffs, while folk-inspired melodies whisper through the darkness. From the orchestral grandeur that opens the record to the final echoes of its closing refrain, Song Of Darkness builds an atmosphere of tension and release that reflects both the brutality and beauty of legend. The production captures the clarity of each instrument and the spirit of live performance, a hallmark of Krull’s meticulous approach to sound.
As they step into their third decade, Leaves’ Eyes stand as one of symphonic metal’s most visionary forces. The release of Song Of Darkness sets the tone for the next full-length chapter to follow.
Pre-order/pre-save the Song Of Darkness EP here.
Tracklist:
“Song Of Darkness”
“Hall Of The Brave”
“Until The Last Day”
“Roots Eternal”
“Song Of Darkness” video:
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