Betrayal, corruption, false gods, and a decaying order: "Obscure" emerges as the third single—following "Fine" and "Gölgesiz"—from Ductape's forthcoming album Faded Flowers, due for release in late September. Driven by a harsh synth bassline, cold and distant vocals, and distorted guitars, "Obscure" unfolds with mounting tension, culminating in a chorus shaped by accusation and quiet rebellion.
Lyrically, the track navigates disillusionment, stolen light, and the emotional numbness that follows the collapse of belief systems. It reflects a cycle in which decay becomes normalised, and resistance fades into silence.
The single is accompanied by a live video recorded in Berlin, capturing the band in a raw, stripped‑down performance setting.
Find the previously released two tracks by following the links HERE, and explore the band's upcoming live dates below. Link
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"For my sake, I could just stop playing the old stuff, but on the other hand, I know that our fans want it." - Anders Kobro
"I can call our show an emotional exhibitionism. If you want to drink beer and cry, please come to our show, haha." - Nokt Aeon
"I find it really bizarre, because right after the concert, you're already on the internet. I mean, come on. It's very different from how it used to be, but it's fine." - Anja Huwe
"We're really into oxymorons and that sort of thing. Years and years ago, we came up with this idea—well, we didn't invent it, but we called it "happy sad"." - Matt James
