One of the most exciting years for the German modern metal institution is coming to an end – though EQUILIBRIUM are far from taking it slow: Ahead of their upcoming tour with DIE APOKALYPTISCHEN REITER at the end of December, the band releases their new single ‘Cerulean Skies’ that is available on all streaming platforms now.

Founding member René Berthiaume states:
“When people tell us what they associate with the music of Equilibrium we often hear that they are being taken on a small journey with the songs. That’s what we tried again with the music and also the video of ‘Cerulean Skies’. We are very excited to release this next element of Equilibrium.”

Catch the band live on one of these dates:
26.12.   DE Munich, Backstage 
27.12.   CH Pratteln, Z7 
28.12.   DE Cologne, Essigfabrik 
29.12.   DE Hamburg, Grünspan 
30.12.   DE Jena, F-Haus 

It’s been silent around the EQUILIBRIUM camp for quite some time, but today, the German modern metal virtuosos can finally share the news that fans around the globe have been waiting for: The five piece releases their new single ‘Shelter’ today!

“During the last months, we contemplated much on what EQUILIBRIUM means to us – musically and lyrically. And even though there are some important parameters shaping our style, we usually just start writing without questioning the process at all”, states bandleader René. Powerful gutturals, sharp riffs, and a unique blend between modern and folk metal – ‘Shelter’ presents the six-piece as the much-proclaimed phoenix rising from the ashes, ready to shine for the next three decades of EQUILIBRIUM. “We are very motivated and inspired and full of ideas”, closes René. “We want to create music without any compromises and just want to bring the feelings that we had in the studio to the stage. Currently, we’re continuously working on new songs and new shows.”

The song was written and procuced by René Berthiaume and Cleo Tiger, mixed by Robin Leijon and René Berthiaume and mastered by Dom R. Crey at the Splendid Waves Studios.

Listen to ‘Shelter’ here: https://equilibrium.bfan.link/eq-shelter

The song has an important meaning for the band as it doesn’t only herald the beginning of EQUILIBRIUM’s next chapter in their successful career. It also introduces the band’s new singer Fabian Getto as a driving force for the metal veterans’ future. René states about the new singer: „We did an open casting call and Fabian sent in a vocal performance of ‘Renegades’ that caught our attention. There was something special about him and we had to follow this intuition. Right from the first meeting we had an incredibly good connection and a productive and creative day in the studio. It seems like the person that we were looking for with our public casting call finally found his way to us.”

Watch the new singer in action in the new music video for ‘Shelter’, directed and produced by Hammer & Tiger Productions:

About EQUILIBRIUM:
By blending a furious modern metal sound with elements of traditional folk, Germany’s EQUILIBRIUM have created a distinctive sound that is enthralling and spiritually up-lifting.  Since its foundation in 2001, they have proven to be one of the most innovative and durable groups in their genre, touring the world several times over and adding to their legacy with every performance.  Now, as they enter their third decade together, EQUILIBRIUM is as creative as ever, creating some of the most inspired music of their career.

EQUILIBRIUM’s longevity can be largely attributed to their willingness to grow and evolve, consistently exploring new sonic territories and revealing different sides of their artistry with each release. But the core of their appeal has remained consistent: harsh metal presented with vast cinematic soundscapes that speak to the entire human experience.

In spite of its often dark tonality, EQUILIBRIUM’s music is meant to evoke feelings of hope and confidence.  They incorporate aspects of many different musical cultures, focusing on the things that unite us as people, rather than the things that mark us as different.  

EQUILIBRIUM have come a long way since the release of their debut album “Turis Fratyr” in 2005 that created a milestone in the epic pagan metal world of the new century.

While their long sold out sophomore album “Sagas” will finally be re-released on vinyl on November 12th (only a few copies left to order at https://bfan.link/Equilibrium-Sagas), the band now takes you even further back into their past and invited musicans, friends, tv stars and youtubers to join them on this new interpretation of their legendary hit ‘Met’ which has always made fans from across the world raise their glasses to the stage and sing along. With keyboard, violin, accordeon, traverse flute and many spectacular guest solos, this is definitely a perfect worldwide celebration for the band’s 20th anniversary, so watch EQUILIBRUM and countless celebrities such as members from Saltatio Mortis, Solstafir, Lord Of The Lost, Primordial come together for this uplifting as well as hilarious version of an evergreen – ‘Met (20 Years Later)’:

Guitarist and founding member René Berthiaume comments:
“I still remember how I did sit in my bedroom in front the computer, a couple of mead bottles next to me. We wrote this simple first song for our first show but we would have never expected that this would have made such an impact on the underground scene. It was very fun to dig out this track and create a special version with many friends we have met (pun intended) during our journey.” 

Besides enjoying their favourite mead, EQUILIBRIUM are still busy in the studio with the recording of their upcoming 7th album that is currently scheduled for 2022.  

In case you missed their latest single ‘Revolution‘, enjoy it here: https://youtu.be/BXXUTKQjIjU
Stream or download the single here: https://bfan.link/Equilibrium-Revolution

Are you ready for a ‘Revolution‘? While EQUILIBRIUM are still busy working on their upcoming 7th album that will see the light of day in 2022, the epic metallers take a moment to reflect on their past and also offer a first taste of what’s to come in the future.

Since their legendary sophomore album ‘Sagas‘ has been sold out on vinyl for many years, they are now re-issuing this epic pagan gamechanger on strictly limited sandstone and gold-brown marbled vinyl. These formats will be released on November 12th and soon, the band will reveal another surprise from that era and their early beginnings in 2008.

Pre-order your vinyl now or spin the record including classics such as ‘Blut Im Auge’ or ‘Unbesiegt‘ again on the streaming platform of your choice: https://bfan.link/Equilibrium-Sagas

And here’s to the future: Since the band are aware that the wait for their next album has been far too long, they are now revealing a brand-new track titled ‘Revolution‘! Once again mixing their folk roots with modern elements, EQUILIBRIUM once again deliver a new tune that will surely get stuck in your head immediately.
Watch the music video here:

Stream or download the single here: https://bfan.link/Equilibrium-Revolution

Mastermind René ‘Berthammer’ Berthiaume states:
“While we are constantly working on our new album, we now took some time to release a new song and music video. We are very happy about the result, because it combines our folky roots with our current style. The moment to be able to hit the stage again comes closer and we cannot wait to present our new material also live again!”