COURSE OF FATE – Behind The Eclipse (2026) *HQ*

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Norwegian Progressive Metal act COURSE OF FATE is releasing their new album “Behind The Eclipse“, perhaps their heaviest to date but still with numerous progressive twists and turns. Although it is not a concept LP, all songs on “Behind The Eclipse” has a common tread throughout, where the interaction of darkness and light plays the main role.
“Memories” is the intro to an album showcasing refined craftsmanship and powerful sounds. This calm and eerie introduction leads to the title track. Clocking in at 10 minutes, the song is a great way to kick off the album. Powerful riffs, intricate structures and mysterious soundscapes resonate throughout “Behind the Eclipse”.
Next, on “Sky is Falling” a quality melody and some furious guitar riffs create a special atmosphere and showcase the band’s musical style. Course Of Fate connects different facets to create a stellar whole.
“So It Goes” has moments that brings to premind of Queensrÿche, while the powerful “Acolyte” shows influences from bands like Dream Theater. Mentioning all these acts highlights the musical inspirations that Course Of Fate incorporate into their music, while also adding a significant amount of their own identity to the mix.

A gloomy, almost dystopian vibe runs through “Hiding from the Light”, while “Don’t Close Your Eyes” reveals Course Of Fate’s more soulful side. This calm ballad is a touching moment on an otherwise rousing album, which ends with the versatile and well-crafted “Neverwhere”.

”Behind The Eclipse” is a triumph of balance. Course Of Fate have managed to condense strong narrative ambition with heaviness, without distracting each other. It’s an album demanding attention, but the reward is a rich, cohesive, and deeply moving sonic landscape.
If progressive metal in 2026 was looking for a new benchmark of authenticity, Course Of Fate has just submitted its official candidacy.
Highly Recommended

01 – Memories
02 – Behind The Eclipse
03 – Sky Is Falling
04 – So It Goes
05 – Acolyte
06 – Hiding From The Light
07 – Don’t Close Your Eyes
08 – Neverwhere

Eivind Gunnesen – Vocals
Kenneth Henriksen – Guitars
Fredrik Jacobsen – Guitars
Per-Morten Bergseth – Drums
Torstein Haakafoss – Bass

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