"Eclipse" marks Xandria's venture into a surprising fusion of symphonic metal and salsa, a bold move that challenges genre conventions. The album showcases the band's adeptness at integrating Latin rhythms and instrumentation into their established bombastic sound.
- "Eclipse" was released on August 7, 2026, by Napalm Records.
- The album is noted for its experimental incorporation of salsa rhythms and instrumentation into Xandria's signature symphonic metal style.
- The genre is listed as metal and salsa, reflecting the album's unique cross-genre approach.
Xandria is a German symphonic metal band formed in 1994. They are known for their blend of symphonic, gothic, and folk metal influences, often featuring operatic female vocals. At the time of "Eclipse," released in 2026, Xandria was continuing their exploration of diverse musical styles, following a period of lineup changes and evolving their established symphonic metal sound.
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