Sun After Dark, a new project by Benjamin König (best known as a founding member of the black metal band Lunar Aurora), has signed with Hammerheart Records for the summer release of its debut album Tatkraft.
Hailing from Bavaria, Germany, Sun After Dark is best described as progressive dark metal with black and atmospheric metal elements, regarded as something fresh and new (for fans of Rammstein, Celtic Frost, The Vision Bleak, and Empyrium).
Benjamin comments on the signing: "It's a great honour for me to be signed to Hammerheart Records! Having made music since around 1993, I've been familiar with various Hammerheart Records releases from the very beginning, and the fact that I can now be part of this great label is truly fantastic! With my project, Sun After Dark, I blend both old and modern stylistic elements on my debut album, Tatkraft, which aligns well with Hammerheart Records' style, as they represent both old-school material and modern music. I would like to thank Guido and the entire team, and I look forward to working together!"
The band features experienced musicians who have made their mark in groups such as Empyrium and Dark Fortress. Tatkraft (German for "drive/energy") was recorded by Victor Bullok (Tryptikon) at Woodshed Studios (Tryptikon and Dark Fortress) and sounds flawless.
Tatkraft's music blends modern elements with black metal, dark atmospheres, heavy guitars, and intense, evocative moods, with a hint of mythology woven in. Life is made of stories, experiences, and defining moments; mastering it requires Tatkraft. This album explores those experiences shaped and expressed with that same spirit. The lyrics are in English, German, and Bavarian dialect, a nod to König's roots in Upper Bavaria.
Following this collaboration, Thomas Helm and Benjamin König have decided to continue Sun After Dark as a duo. However, the project remains a studio endeavour, with no plans for live performances - each member is active in other well-known bands where they can be seen on stage. Link
SUN AFTER DARK - New Band By Benjamin König Signs With Hammerheart Records For Debut Full-Length
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