SERIOUS BLACK – detail the 12 tracks of Keeper Of The Light

Written by EOS Editorial Team

November 12, 2026

Gothic choirs, industrial touches and an acoustic-led ballad feature in the supplied track-by-track introduction to Keeper Of The Light, the forthcoming studio album from SERIOUS BLACK. The power metal quintet will release the 12-track record on 29 January 2027 through Perception – A Division Of Reigning Phoenix Music.

Mario Lochert and Bob Katsionis handled production. The announcement describes an album built around heavy guitars, driving drums, anthemic melodies and Nikola Mijic’s vocals, with electronic and orchestral elements appearing across the arrangements.

The opening pair establishes two approaches: “Last Man Standing” is described as theatrical and anthemic, while the guitar-driven “Final Ride” draws on more traditional metal structures and instrumental arrangements. “Fly With The Wind” begins electronically, bringing gothic choirs together with guitars; “Guardian Of Eden” combines fast rhythmic guitar work with symphonic layers.

“Majestica” adds an industrial touch to its heavy guitars, contrasting them with melodic instrumentation and soaring vocals. “Light Up The Sky” moves from a gradually building introduction into intense rhythms and a large chorus. The separate title track, “Keeper Of The Light,” takes a darker, more dramatic direction through its riffs and atmosphere, before “Party In The Sun” pairs racing guitars with synthesizers.

The ballad “Little Bird Fly” develops from acoustic guitar, piano and orchestral strings into a full-band arrangement beneath emotive vocals. “Rise Of A Hero” returns to the faster, forceful approach, followed by the hooks and anthemic writing of “Bad Surprise.” Closing track “Lords Of Metal” brings together theatrical melodies, heavy guitars and atmospheric electronics.

The press announcement specifies that “Last Man Standing” and “Party In The Sun” are currently the only tracks cleared for radio and podcast play. That clearance does not announce either song as a publicly available single.

SERIOUS BLACK’s background includes international chart entries and more than 200 shows worldwide, with festivals and tours across Europe, Asia and beyond. The announcement describes musicians with experience in other metal acts and a sound that has developed around powerful riffs, melodic choruses, modern arrangements and emotional melodies. Its account of the band’s live reputation emphasizes energetic performances, an intense stage presence and a close connection with audiences.

The lineup comprises Nikola Mijic on vocals, Mario Lochert on bass, Dominik Sebastian on guitar, Maurus Mayer on guitar and keys, and Christian Widmann on drums.