Belgian death metal juggernauts CARNATION have unveiled a brand-new guitar playthrough video for their crushing first album single “Kingdom Of Dreams”, offering a closer look at the intricate riff work and razor-sharp musicianship behind one of the tracks from their forthcoming full-length record “Symphony In Flesh”, set for release on October 16th, 2026.
CARNATION about “Kingdom of Dreams”: “Kingdom of Dreams stands out as a very deliberate choice for the first single because it offers a unique perspective on the album. Musically, it’s built around a compelling mid-tempo groove, driven by a memorable main riff that immediately sticks after the first listen. It has a certain weight and catchiness that makes it both accessible and powerful. At the same time, the track showcases a different side of the band’s songwriting. It leans more into atmosphere and dynamics, giving listeners an early glimpse of the album’s depth without revealing everything at once, making it an ideal introduction to the new material.“
Tracklist:
01. Blackmouth
02. Flesh-Eating Frenzy
03. Symphony in Flesh
04. Kingdom of Dreams
05. Labyrinth of Silence
06. Towards Death
07. Twisted Visions
08. Boundless Pathways
09. Legacy of the Forefathers
With their upcoming album “Symphony In Flesh”, CARNATION consciously reconnect with what made them stand out in the first place: tight songwriting, memorable riffs, and uncompromising intensity. At the same time, they elevate every aspect of their craft. The songwriting is more deliberate, the arrangements more dynamic, and the overall flow more cohesive than ever before.
The album doesn’t just revisit their roots, it sharpens them. It combines the raw energy of their early material with the experience and production strength they’ve built over time, resulting in a record that feels both immediate and fully realized.
“Going into this album, we wanted to reconnect with our roots. Not just musically, but in the way we present the band,” CARNATION states. “At the same time, we pushed ourselves to write tighter, stronger songs and to bring everything – sound and visuals – to a higher level. This is the most complete version of CARNATION so far.”
Recorded, mixed, and mastered by Yarne Heylen at Project Zero Studio / Y-Productions, with album artwork by Peter Sallai, “Symphony In Flesh” will be out on October 16, self-released by the band, and is now available for pre-order HERE
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