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Moldovan modern metal force Infected Rain have released an official music video for their brand new single “Stranger.” The track offers the first glimpse into the band’s upcoming musical chapter and marks the beginning of a new creative phase for the group as they continue to evolve their sound.

Built around themes of identity, transformation, and inner conflict, “Stranger” dives deep into the moment of realizing you no longer fully recognize the person you have become, pairing introspective lyrics with driving rhythms and the band’s sharp, modern metal edge.

Vocalist Lena Scissorhands explains the inspiration behind the song:

“‘Stranger’ came from the moment when you realize you don’t fully recognize yourself anymore.
It’s an inward fight with identity, with the roles you’ve worn for too long, and the distance that grows between who you are and who you think you should be. In the end, it’s about becoming strangers to ourselves, and trying to find the way back.”

The release arrives just days before the band hits the road for their “Mutation Phase” tour across Europe and the UK, co-headlining alongside Butcher Babies. Kicking off on March 25 in Glasgow, the tour will bring the band’s explosive live show to audiences across the continent, featuring a mix of fan favorites and brand new material!

Stream “Stranger”: https://orcd.co/infectedrain-stranger

Speaking about the new single and the band’s current direction, Infected Rain comment:

“‘Stranger’ is part of the Mutation Phase Infected Rain is entering right now. It’s the sound of Infected Rain pushing forward, leaving comfort behind, and stepping into something sharper and more direct.

This song belongs in the setlist for the upcoming EU and US tours because it represents what the band is becoming. The album is still in progress, but we’re proud of where it’s heading and wanted to share a first taste of the next record with everyone already now.”

Formed in Chișinău, Moldova, Infected Rain have become one of the most distinctive and rapidly rising acts in modern heavy music. Fronted by the charismatic and powerful Lena Scissorhands, the band blends elements of modern metal, metalcore, nu-metal and alternative influences into an intense and emotional sonic identity.

Over the past decade, the band has built a global following through relentless touring and a series of acclaimed releases, including albums such as Endorphin, 86, Ecdysis, and TIME. Known for their explosive live performances and emotionally charged songwriting, Infected Rain have appeared on major international festival stages and toured extensively across Europe and North America.

With new music on the horizon and a new album currently in progress, the band now enters what they call their “Mutation Phase” – a period of transformation that pushes their sound into even sharper and more direct territory while maintaining the raw intensity that has defined their impressive career.

“Mutation Phase” Tour 2026

Infected Rain & Butcher Babies
Support: Black Spikes

03/25 – Glasgow, UK – Slay
03/26 – Newcastle, UK – Anarchy Brew
03/27 – Manchester, UK – Club Academy
03/28 – London, UK – O2 Academy Islington
03/29 – Bristol, UK – Fleece
03/30 – Birmingham, UK – O2 Institute
03/31 – Southampton, UK – The 1865
04/01 – Brighton, UK – Concorde 2
04/03 – Kortrijk, BE – DVG Club
04/04 – Nijmegen, NL – Doornroosje
04/05 – Oberndorf am Neckar, DE – Easter Cross Festival
04/07 – Essen, DE – Turock
04/08 – Mannheim, DE – Alte Feuerwache
04/09 – Paris, FR – La Machine
04/10 – Lyon, FR – La Rayonne
04/11 – Barcelona, ES – Salamandra
04/12 – Madrid, ES – Mon
04/14 – Toulouse, FR – Metronum
04/15 – Milan, IT – Legend Club
04/16 – Zurich, CH – Dynamo Saal
04/17 – Lindau, DE – Club Vaudeville
04/18 – Munich, DE – Backstage
04/19 – Budapest, HU – Barba Negra
04/20 – Vienna, AT – Szene
04/22 – Warsaw, PL – Hybrydy
04/23 – Hamburg, DE – Bahnhof Pauli
04/24 – Copenhagen, DK – Pumpehuset
04/25 – Stockholm, SE – Kollektivet Livet
04/28 – Helsinki, FI – Ääniwalli
04/30 – Kopervik, NO – Karmøygeddon Metal Festival

“Mutation Phase” in the US 2026:

05/04 – Lubbock, TX – Jakes
05/05 – Austin, TX – Come And Take It Live
05/06 – Dallas, TX – Club Dada (Outside)
05/10 – Daytona, FL – Welcome To Rockville
05/12 – Atlanta, GA – The Masquerade
05/13 – Greensboro, NC – Hangar 1819
05/14 – Virginia Beach, VA – Scandals Live
05/15 – Baltimore, MD – Zen West
05/16 – Philadelphia, PA – Underground Arts
05/17 – New York, NY – Mercury Lounge
05/19 – Millersville, PA – Phantom Power
05/20 – Rochester, NY – Montage Music Hall
05/21 – Lakewood, OH – The Winchester
05/22 – Columbus, OH – The King Of Clubs
05/23 – Westland, MI – The Token Lounge
05/24 – Joliet, IL – The Forge
05/26 – Denver, CO – The Roxy
05/27 – Salt Lake City, UT – Metro Music Hall
05/29 – Seattle, WA – El Corazon
05/30 – Portland, OR – Star Theater
06/02 – San Jose, CA – The Ritz
06/03 – Los Angeles, CA – Whisky A Go Go
06/04 – San Diego, CA – Brick By Brick
06/05 – Mesa, AZ – The Rosetta Room
06/06 – Las Vegas, NV – Swan Dive

Tickets: https://www.infectedrain.com/tours/

Infected Rain is:
Elena „Lena Scissorhands“ Cataraga – Vocals
Vadim „Vidick“ Ozhog – Guitars
Alice Lane Pandini – Bass
Eugene Voluta – Drums

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