Finland’s undisputed masters of melancholy, INSOMNIUM, return with their latest single and music video, “Gleam In The Black”, taking listeners on an even deeper journey into darkness and the unknown shadows that lie beyond. Combining haunting melodies with powerful heaviness, the track perfectly embodies the band’s trademark sound while delving into the emotional intensity and atmosphere that shape their upcoming album.
INSOMNIUM’s Niilo Sevänen (vocals, bass) comments: “Being one of the faster songs on the new album, this is a track that should get the crowd moving when played live. It definitely carries a classic INSOMNIUM spirit. The lyrics tell a dark and mysterious love story, capturing the mood and atmosphere of the entire album. We are doomed to wander the nightly woods, searching for something lost long ago, something we can reach only in our dreams. That single gleam of light amidst the blackness.”
Atmospheric, powerful, and filled with deep emotion, “Gleam In The Black” offers another captivating glimpse into the haunting universe of the upcoming album, where darkness and beauty exist side by side in perfect balance.
Step into the darkness and discover the song’s striking visual companion, directed and produced by Patric Ullaeus of rEvolver Film Company AB. His cinematic approach perfectly mirrors the track’s bleak, atmospheric, and haunting nature, bringing its emotional intensity to life.
“Gleam In The Black” marks the second preview from INSOMNIUM’s forthcoming album, “Netherworlds”, which is scheduled for release on October 16, 2026 via Century Media Records.
Since rising from the mist-covered city of Joensuu in Finland’s North Karelia region, INSOMNIUM have become a guiding force for those who find beauty in melancholy, reflection, and the darker shades of emotion. Throughout their journey, the band has created a distinctive identity within the metal scene, building vast musical landscapes where sorrow and hope exist together, blending haunting melodies with the uncompromising intensity of melodic death metal.
Now, with their tenth studio album, INSOMNIUM invites listeners into a brand-new chapter of their story. Their latest offering takes a deeper plunge into the shadows, embracing the unmistakable essence of Finnish melancholy while showcasing the band’s most refined and emotionally powerful songwriting to date. Vast atmospheres, touching melodies, and crushing heaviness come together to create a record that feels both intensely personal and universally relatable.
Never a band willing to rely on past accomplishments or follow predictable paths, INSOMNIUM continues to push their artistic boundaries with every release. Instead of simply returning to familiar territory, the band explores fresh emotional and musical dimensions, expanding their creative expression while maintaining the distinctive elements that have always defined their sound. The outcome is an album that feels both modern and timeless — a courageous evolution that remains deeply rooted in the unmistakable identity of INSOMNIUM.
Behind the creation of “Netherworlds,” the band also enters a new chapter in terms of production. Producer and engineer Miiro Varjus played a crucial role throughout the album’s development, becoming a trusted creative partner who helped shape and enhance its sonic character. His precise work, attention to detail, and understanding of the band’s artistic direction were essential in capturing the record’s dark, atmospheric, and immersive nature.
Once again, INSOMNIUM joined forces with the highly respected team at Fascination Street Studios for the production of the album. Renowned producer and mixer Jens Bogren, alongside mastering engineer Tony Lindgren, crafted the record’s final sonic identity, delivering a powerful and detailed sound. The result is an album that feels simultaneously grand and intimate, capturing the emotional depth, atmosphere, and dynamic intensity that represent this new phase in INSOMNIUM’s ongoing evolution.
photo credit: Terhi Ylimäinen
