Symphonic metal band XANDRIA has revealed their new album 'Eclipse', set for release later this year.

The album marks the second release featuring the refreshed lineup that debuted on 2023's 'The Wonders Still Awaiting'.

It represents a significant evolution in the band's sound, blending expansive melodies, orchestral elements and powerful rhythm sections into a more ambitious and polished sonic identity.

The album showcases vocalist Ambre Vourvahis, whose dynamic range spans fragile beauty to forceful grit, elevating tracks like 'The Shannon's Home' and 'The Grand Delusion' into standout compositions.

Guitarist Marco Heubaum continues to drive the band's creative vision, with 'Wave of Tanis' and 'Masquerade' demonstrating his mastery in crafting intricate pop-metal hooks and cinematic arrangements.

The closing track 'Lore' stands as a defining moment on the record, an eight-minute epic that transitions from energetic riffing to a delirious blend of operatic vocals, folk ambience and orchestral depth.

'Eclipse' is XANDRIA's strongest release since 2014's 'Sacrificium' and signals a renewed ambition for the band within the symphonic metal genre.

The album has been praised for its emotional depth and technical precision, offering both diehards and new listeners a compelling demonstration of the band's enduring artistry and growth."