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The Eternal Unveils Colours Fade Video Ahead of September 18 Album Release
The Australian‑Finnish progressive metal collective The Eternal has dropped a striking new music video for the single “Colours Fade,” offering the first visual taste of their forthcoming studio album Obscured Horizons, slated for release on 18 September 2026 through Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM). The clip is live on the band’s YouTube channel, while the single itself can be streamed via the RPM link highlighted on the group’s website.
In the video, the band blends haunting melodies with a cinematic atmosphere that feels both epic and introspective. Vocalist‑guitarist Mark Kelson explains the song’s concept: “‘Colours Fade’ is about the shifting nature of perception, how memory, emotion, and time constantly reshape the way we see our lives. For me, it reflects that internal conflict between what we want to believe and what we know to be true. There’s a recurring sense that we construct these emotional ‘masks’ to protect ourselves, but over time they become part of the illusion that holds us back. The imagery of colours fading speaks to that loss of clarity or meaning, where everything starts to feel muted or indistinguishable, yet at the same time those colours don’t disappear completely, they rearrange, suggesting that nothing is ever truly lost, only transformed. ‘Colours Fade’ is about navigating cycles of emotion, of identity, of time and learning to exist within that flux without losing yourself entirely.”
The single serves as a preview of Obscured Horizons, the follow‑up to the 2024 full‑length Skinwalker and the companion EP Celestial. According to the band’s press release, the new album refines the signature blend of doom‑laden textures, progressive sophistication, and haunting melodic resonance that defined earlier releases, while expanding the sonic palette to include more expansive and intimate passages. The tracklist is: 1. Lament For The Hollow, 2. Existing To Expire, 3. Colours Fade, 4. Harmony Breaks, 5. I’ve Seen The Dream, 6. Liminality, 7. Obscured Horizons, 8. Yesterday’s Gone, 9. Awaken.
The Eternal’s lineup remains an international collaboration. In Melbourne, Mark Kelson (vocals, guitar) and Richie Poate (guitar) handle core songwriting and recording. In Helsinki, bassist Niclas Etelävuori—formerly of Amorphis and Flat Earth—provides the low end, while drummer Jan Rechberger, also of Amorphis, records percussion. The group has maintained this cross‑continental arrangement since its formation in 2003.
To support the album’s release, the band will headline a short Australian tour in September 2026. Scheduled dates are: 23 September at The Croxton Bandroom in Thornbury, VIC; 24 September at The Triffid in Newstead, QLD; 25 September at Liberty Hall in Moore Park, NSW; and 26 September at The Basement in Belconnen, ACT. General‑admission and VIP tickets are on sale through the official booking site.
Pre‑orders for Obscured Horizons are available on the RPM website, and the single can be streamed through the dedicated link on the band’s site. The official music video for “Colours Fade” can be viewed on YouTube at the provided URL.
In short, The Eternal’s new video and single mark the first public exposure to Obscured Horizons. The album’s release date, tracklist, and touring schedule are confirmed, and fans can access the music through streaming and pre‑order channels. The band’s international lineup and the continued partnership with Reigning Phoenix Music underscore the project’s global reach.
In the video, the band blends haunting melodies with a cinematic atmosphere that feels both epic and introspective. Vocalist‑guitarist Mark Kelson explains the song’s concept: “‘Colours Fade’ is about the shifting nature of perception, how memory, emotion, and time constantly reshape the way we see our lives. For me, it reflects that internal conflict between what we want to believe and what we know to be true. There’s a recurring sense that we construct these emotional ‘masks’ to protect ourselves, but over time they become part of the illusion that holds us back. The imagery of colours fading speaks to that loss of clarity or meaning, where everything starts to feel muted or indistinguishable, yet at the same time those colours don’t disappear completely, they rearrange, suggesting that nothing is ever truly lost, only transformed. ‘Colours Fade’ is about navigating cycles of emotion, of identity, of time and learning to exist within that flux without losing yourself entirely.”
The single serves as a preview of Obscured Horizons, the follow‑up to the 2024 full‑length Skinwalker and the companion EP Celestial. According to the band’s press release, the new album refines the signature blend of doom‑laden textures, progressive sophistication, and haunting melodic resonance that defined earlier releases, while expanding the sonic palette to include more expansive and intimate passages. The tracklist is: 1. Lament For The Hollow, 2. Existing To Expire, 3. Colours Fade, 4. Harmony Breaks, 5. I’ve Seen The Dream, 6. Liminality, 7. Obscured Horizons, 8. Yesterday’s Gone, 9. Awaken.
The Eternal’s lineup remains an international collaboration. In Melbourne, Mark Kelson (vocals, guitar) and Richie Poate (guitar) handle core songwriting and recording. In Helsinki, bassist Niclas Etelävuori—formerly of Amorphis and Flat Earth—provides the low end, while drummer Jan Rechberger, also of Amorphis, records percussion. The group has maintained this cross‑continental arrangement since its formation in 2003.
To support the album’s release, the band will headline a short Australian tour in September 2026. Scheduled dates are: 23 September at The Croxton Bandroom in Thornbury, VIC; 24 September at The Triffid in Newstead, QLD; 25 September at Liberty Hall in Moore Park, NSW; and 26 September at The Basement in Belconnen, ACT. General‑admission and VIP tickets are on sale through the official booking site.
Pre‑orders for Obscured Horizons are available on the RPM website, and the single can be streamed through the dedicated link on the band’s site. The official music video for “Colours Fade” can be viewed on YouTube at the provided URL.
In short, The Eternal’s new video and single mark the first public exposure to Obscured Horizons. The album’s release date, tracklist, and touring schedule are confirmed, and fans can access the music through streaming and pre‑order channels. The band’s international lineup and the continued partnership with Reigning Phoenix Music underscore the project’s global reach.
