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Nocturnal Ceremony’s “Obsidian” Earns Rave Review – A Dark Horse for AOTY

Independent modern death metal force Nocturnal Ceremony is back from a 30-year hiatus with a debut album that is turning heads and breaking necks. Obsidian , released March 4th, 2026 , has already earned a glowing review from Heavy Metal Philosophy , calling it “a dark horse for your AOTY list. I was genuinely shocked.”

Formed in the 90s as kids playing talent shows, Nocturnal Ceremony disappeared before their full potential could be realized. Now, decades later, they return with a record that outshines many seasoned bands who’ve spent years under major-label guidance. Obsidian delivers crushing riffs, punishing grooves, and an atmosphere both malignant and captivating.

The review highlights:

Guitar tones “some of the chunkiest in recent memory”

Production that amplifies heaviness with clarity and punch

Dynamic shifts that keep every moment fresh

Relentless grooves and malicious atmosphere

Fans of Igorrr, Behemoth, and Bloodbath will find a kindred darkness in Obsidian . Rated “AOTY Contender” , the album is already gaining traction as a standout release in the underground scene.

Nocturnal Ceremony says of the album:

"Sharing our music is a way of alleviation, up to the point of being cathartic. It is a way to express emotions that simply don't have any words, or a name. Releasing these songs is an act of letting go of some demons. It is about accepting what life now is and who you have become, to perhaps ultimately find some small measure of peace. Maybe by listening, you can too. We are Nocturnal Ceremony – welcome to our darkness."

Produced, mixed, mastered, and engineered by Thomas Madsen , Obsidian captures the band’s raw ferocity and atmospheric depth. Each track channels chaos and emotion into a dark, crushing sonic journey that refuses to be ignored.

Stream or pre-save the album here: https://hypeddit.com/nocturnalceremony/obsidian

Independent, relentless, and unapologetically heavy, Nocturnal Ceremony proves that modern death metal still has room for both intensity and emotion, and Obsidian is the proof.

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