German Symphonic Metal Icons XANDRIA Unveil New Single, “Northstar” + Video!

German symphonic metal band XANDRIA presents the third single from their upcoming album, Eclipse. “Northstar” is a guiding light in their discography. The track features uplifting dynamics with Celtic tin and low whistles, weaving together heavy guitars, cinematic grandeur, and folk elements, to create a journey full of discoveries. Looking back on a career spanning more than 30 years and several chart entries, XANDRIA are aiming higher than ever—something they will also showcase on their upcoming European tour, kicking off in September this year.

With their latest album (2023) being XANDRIA’s most successful release to date, entering the Official German Album Charts at #9, the upcoming Eclipse, releasing August 7, 2026 via Napalm Records, is taking the band on their most diverse path yet. A journey full of discoveries, it has XANDRIA follow the “Northstar” guiding the way …

Band mastermind Marco Heubaum comments on “Northstar”:
“’Northstar’ is a very special song to me. The melody came to me in a dream, and when I woke up, I immediately recorded it. I soon realized that I had never written anything quite like it before – it really felt like something magical coming from a dreamworld.

The song has the wondrous atmosphere of a magical Disney movie, and I think you can feel that all the way through. It takes you on a little journey, with a bright light waiting beyond the darkness. Once again, it shows just how many different facets this album has – and we are far from done. Just wait until you hear what’s still to come…”

While The Wonders Still Awaiting (2023) marked the rebirth of XANDRIA with a new line-up—an album that opened the door to a new era—Eclipse goes further. It is more focused and direct, the lyrics are more outspoken, dealing almost entirely with what is happening to our civilization right now. The contrasts are stronger, and the different musical and vocal colours feel even more naturally integrated into the songs. As XANDRIA’s sole composer, Marco Heubaum musically draws inspiration from all aspects of his surroundings: music, stories, and emotions that have shaped him since childhood. It is no secret that film scores have always been another major influence, especially composers like Hans Zimmer and John Williams.

Eclipse tracklisting:

1. Syzygy
2. Eclipse
3. Colours
4. The Shannon’s Home
5. The Grand Delusion
6. Wave of Tanis
7. Northstar
8. Masquerade
9. The Last Generation
10. The Poetry of the Real World
11. Lore

Eclipse will be available in the following formats:

• 3-CD Earbook, 36p, incl. Bonus CD w/ Orchestral Versions – Napalm Records Mailorder only (strictly limited)
• 1-LP Gatefold Vinyl Splatter, incl. LP-Sized Booklet 28pages, A5 Signed Photo – Napalm Records Mailorder only (strictly limited)
• 2-CD Digipak + T-Shirt Bundle – Napalm Records Mailorder only (strictly limited)
• 1-LP Gatefold Vinyl Solid Gold
• 1-LP Gatefold Vinyl Black
• 2-CD Digipak