Renowned Italian depressive black/ doom metal band Forgotten Tomb has just released their eleventh studio album, “Nightfloating”. This highly anticipated album delivers the signature sound that has defined the band for over two decades while showcasing their evolution and maturity.

The cover artwork for “Nightfloating”
© Satta La Main Verte
A Blend of Old and New
“Nightfloating” plunges into the melancholic and aggressive tones beloved by fans, while introducing fresh elements that highlight the band’s progression. The opening title track sets the stage with a powerful mix of melancholic guitar riffs and haunting vocals. The single, “A Chill That You Can’t Taint”, features dual lead guitar solos, nodding to classic heavy metal and showcasing the new dynamic brought by Jöschu “J.” Käser. Tracks like “This Sickness Withered My Heart” and “Unsafe Spaces” reveal the band’s ability to seamlessly integrate melodic, doom, and black metal elements into their music. The instrumental “Drifting” offers a nostalgic dungeon-synth interlude, paying homage to early ‘90s influences, while the closing track, “A Despicable Gift”, combines vintage vibes with a modern twist, highlighting Herr Morbid’s evocative lyrics and passionate guitar work.
Lineup
Ferdinando “Herr Morbid” Marchisio – Vocals + Lead, Rhythm, Clean, Slide Guitars + Synthesizers;
Alessandro “Algol” Comerio – Bass;
Jöschu “J.” Käser – Lead Guitars;
Kyoo-Nam “Asher” Rossi – Drums.

Forgotten Tomb
© Emma Marino
“Nightfloating”, released on July 12, 2024, under Agonia Records, is available in CD format as a full-length album.
Tracklist
“Nightfloating” [05:39];
“A Chill That You Can’t Taint” [07:12];
“This Sickness Withered My Heart” [06:04];
“Unsafe Spaces” [06:30];
“Drifting” [03:39];
“A Despicable Gift” [10:38].
Ok, But Where Else Can You Find the Band?
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_CdK0E3X2XWiyq8qR1DAgw;
Bandcamp: https://officialforgottentomb.bandcamp.com/;
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/56sxMCmVq5a2AZlmz39YOW;