Beyond the Black
Beyond the Black | |
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 Beyond the Black on Hamburg Metal Dayz 2014 | |
| Background information | |
| Origin | Mannheim, Germany |
| Genres | Symphonic metal Power metal |
| Years active | 2014–present |
| Labels | Airforce1 Records[1] |
| Members |
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| Past members |
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| Website | beyondtheblack |
Beyond the Black is a German symphonic metal/power metal band formed in 2014 in Mannheim.[2] Their debut album Songs of Love and Death became popular immediately after the release, and entered the German and Austrian national music charts.[3]
History
The band was formed in 2014 in Mannheim, Germany. It consists of Jennifer Haben (vocalist, ex-Saphir), Nils Lesser (lead guitarist), Christopher Hummels (rhythm guitarist/backing vocalist), Michael Hauser (keyboardist), Erwin Schmidt (bassist) and Tobias Derer (drummer). They made their first appearances at the Wacken Open Air 2014 festival and on tour supporting Saxon and Hell.[4][5]
On 13 February 2015, the band released their debut full-length album Songs of Love and Death, which has reached 12th place in the German music charts[6] and 21st place in the Austrian charts.[3][7] The album was produced by Sascha Paeth (Avantasia) and received mostly positive reviews from critics.[8][9] A week later, on February 20, the band appeared on the German Sat.1 Breakfast television with the song "In the Shadows".[10]
From 13 May 2015, the band embarked on their first tour through Germany, followed by an appearance at the Wave-Gotik-Treffen on May 23, 2015.[11]
It was announced via their facebook page on the 21st of December 2015 that their second album titled Lost In Forever would be released on the 12th of February 2016, it features 13 new tracks and the deluxe edition will feature 9 live songs (including an unreleased cover), an interview and interactive menu.
On July 15th, 2016 the band announced that Jennifer Haben and the rest of the band was parting ways. The band would continue with Jennifer Haben and new members to be decided at a later date.[12]
Members
- Jennifer Haben – lead vocals (2014-present)
- Stefan Herkenhoff - bass guitar (2016-present)
- Chris Hermsdörfer - lead guitar, backing vocals (2016-present)
- Tobi Lodes - rhythm guitar, backing vocals (2016-present)
- Jonas Roßner - keyboards, backing vocals (2016-present)
- Kai Tschierschky - drums (2016-present)
Former members
- Nils Lesser – lead guitar (2014-2016)
- Christopher Hummels – rhythm guitar,backing vocals (2014-2016)
- Tobias Derer – drums (2014-2016)
- Erwin Schmidt – bass guitar (2014-2016)
- Michael Hauser – keyboards (2014-2016)
Discography
Albums
| Title | Album details | Peak chart positions | |
|---|---|---|---|
| GER [6] |
AUT [7] | ||
| Songs of Love and Death | 12 | 21 | |
| Lost In Forever |
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4 | 21 |
Singles
| Year | Title | Album |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | "In the Shadows" | Songs of Love and Death |
| 2016 | "Lost in Forever" | Lost in Forever |
Promo singles
| Year | Title | Album |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | "Songs of Love and Death" | Songs of Love and Death |
| "Love Me Forever" | ||
| 2016 | "Written in Blood" | Lost in Forever |
| "Halo of the Dark" |
Music videos
Promotional videos
References
- ^ "Beyond The Black". Airforce1.tv. Retrieved 11 June 2015.
- ^ "Official biography". Universal Music Deutschland (in German). Archived from the original on 14 June 2015. Retrieved 11 June 2015.
{{cite web}}: Unknown parameter|dead-url=ignored (|url-status=suggested) (help) - ^ a b "Beyond The Black - Songs Of Love And Death". australian-charts.com. Archived from the original on 17 July 2015. Retrieved 12 June 2015.
{{cite web}}: Unknown parameter|dead-url=ignored (|url-status=suggested) (help) - ^ "Beyond The Black support Saxon & Hell on UK tour dates". Wacken.com. Archived from the original on 12 June 2015. Retrieved 11 June 2015.
{{cite web}}: Unknown parameter|dead-url=ignored (|url-status=suggested) (help) - ^ "Hören sie "Beyond the Black" im stream: Liefern sie das metal-debüt des jahres?". Bild (in German). 14 February 2015. Retrieved 11 June 2015.
- ^ a b "Beyond the Black". Offizielle Deutsche Charts (in German). Archived from the original on 9 July 2015. Retrieved 12 June 2015.
{{cite web}}: Unknown parameter|dead-url=ignored (|url-status=suggested) (help) - ^ a b "Österreichische Hitparaden und Musik Portal". austriancharts.at (in German). Archived from the original on 5 June 2015. Retrieved 11 June 2015.
{{cite web}}: Unknown parameter|dead-url=ignored (|url-status=suggested) (help) - ^ "Beyond The Black - Songs of Love and Death". Metal Hammer (in German). 27 February 2015. Archived from the original on 8 September 2015. Retrieved 27 June 2015.
{{cite web}}: Unknown parameter|dead-url=ignored (|url-status=suggested) (help) - ^ "Beyond The Black – Songs Of Love And Death review". Metal-Temple.com. 8 March 2015. Archived from the original on 30 June 2015. Retrieved 27 June 2015.
{{cite web}}: Unknown parameter|dead-url=ignored (|url-status=suggested) (help) - ^ Kessler, Sebastian (20 February 2015). "Metal-Newcomer Beyond The Black im Sat.1 Frühstücksfernsehen: Video vom TV-Auftritt". Metal Hammer (in German). Retrieved 22 September 2015.
- ^ "Wave Gotik Treffen 2015 Bericht und Fotos". NecroWeb - Musikmagazin (in German). 30 May 2015. Retrieved 11 June 2015.
- ^ "Beyond The Black is looking for new musicians". 15 July 2016. Retrieved 15 July 2016.
- ^ "Encyclopaedia Metallum - Songs of Love and Death - Beyond the Black". Encyclopaedia Metallum. Retrieved 11 June 2015.
- ^ "Lost In Forever (Limited Deluxe Fanbox) CD+DVD, Limited Edition". Amazon.com. Retrieved 22 February 2016.
- ^ "Seht hier zuerst das neue Beyond The Black-Video zu 'In The Shadows'". Metal Hammer (in German). 29 January 2015. Retrieved 22 September 2015.
- ^ Beyond The Black - In The Shadows (Official video) on YouTube Retrieved 11 June 2015.
- ^ Beyond The Black - Lost In Forever on YouTube Retrieved 22 February 2016.
- ^ Beyond The Black - Songs Of Love and Death Teaser on YouTube Retrieved 22 February 2016.
- ^ Beyond The Black - Love Me Forever Teaser on YouTube Retrieved 22 February 2016.
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