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Hailing from Switzerland, ethereal modern metal outfit ILLUMISHADE are about to embark on their most ambitious chapter yet.

Founded in 2019 by vocalist Fabienne Erni and guitarist Jonas Wolf - both members of Celtic folk metal giants Eluveitie - ILLUMISHADE have their roots in the vibrant creative community of Zürich. What began as a project between two established musicians gradually revealed itself as something far greater, leading to the release of their debut album Eclyptic: Wake of Shadows. The record spectacularly showcased what ILLUMISHADE were capable of - a sweeping blend of cinematic grandeur, majestic melodies and virtuoso musicianship that was entirely their own, brought to life in no small part by the orchestral imagination of award-winning film composer Mirjam Skal. Over time, that vision was refined and sharpened into something more modern and more focused, without ever losing their unmistakable signature sound.

The release of their sophomore album Another Side of You through Napalm Records sent them on their way to touring across Europe and the US, winning over audiences' hearts along the way. When that chapter reached its natural conclusion, the band made a deliberate choice to return to full independence - the same foundation that had seen them build a loyal following from the ground up.

2026 sees ILLUMISHADE emerge from their creative cocoon and take matters fully into their own hands. Their latest single Paralyzed stands tall as a new blueprint for all things to come, its whammy-driven signature riff towering over a driving groove while a profoundly dark yet tender vocal melody tells its tale of being chained to a love once lost.