Obscura
Formed: 2002
From:
Munich,
Germany
Last Known Status: Active
Latest Obscura News
Below is our complete Obscura news coverage, including columns and articles pertaining to the band. Some articles listed may be indirectly related, such as side projects of the band members, etc.
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Ex-Necrophagist Axeman Joins Obscura
German death metallers OBSCURA have announced the addition of former NECROPHAGIST guitarist Christian Muenzner to the group’s ranks. The band’s new lineup is as follows:
Steffen Kummerer - Guitar, Vocals
Christian Muenzner (ex-NECROPHAGIST) - Guitar
Jeroen Paul Thesseling (ex-PESTILENCE) - Bass
Hannes Grossmann (ex-NECROPHAGIST) - Drums
Ex-Pestilence Bassist Joins Obscura
OBSCURA has announced former PESTILENCE bassist JEROEN PAUL THESSELING as their new permanent bass player.
The band is absolutely stoked that THESSELING, who played on PESTILENCE's fourth album, "SPHERES" (1993), will play the upcoming tours and participates in the recording sessions for the new OBSCURA album, due in 2008.
Deranged Announce European Dates
Swedish gore death masters DERANGED have scheduled the following dates in early 2008:
With TERRORDOME, OBSCURA, DEADLY PALE:
Feb. 26 - Wermelskirchen, AJZ Bahndamm, Germany
Feb. 27 - Bad Mittendorf, Take Five, Austria
Feb. 28 - München, Titanic, Germany
Feb. 29 - Burgdorf, Kulturkeller, Switzerland
Mar. 01 - Berlin, K17, Germany
Mar. 02 - Tilburg, Little Devil, Holland
Festival appearances:
May 24 - Baltimore, MD, Sonar (Maryland Deathfest)
Jun. 12 - Hünxe, Germany, Death Feast Open Air
Obscura Announce New Drummer
German death metal band OBSCURA has issued the following update:
"OBSCURA is excited to announce our friend Hannes Grossmann as the new permanent drummer. Hannes will start playing drums for OBSCURA on the upcoming tour during February/March starting February 22, 2008.
"Hannes did some incredible jobs in bands like DEVILS CRY or at least NECROPHAGIST and will also play on the next full-length of OBSCURA.
"Jonas Baumgartl [drums] and Jonas Fischer [bass] had to leave OBSCURA after the last tour because of scheduling conflicts and other obligations with their studies and other bands. They decided to break with OBSCURA to focus on their studies and are not able to go on tour anymore. We wish both of them all the best for their upcoming works or projects.
"So OBSCURA is now searching for a talented and skilled musician for the bass guitar. Get in touch through: steffen@obscura-metal.com."
OBSCURA's upcoming CD will be recorded with V. Santura (DARK FORTRESS) at The Crypt Studios in Germany. The cover art and layout will be created by German artist Timo Wuerz.
Released last year, OBSCURA's debut album, "Retribution", was produced by Alex Krull (ATROCITY, LEAVES' EYES) and includes guest appearances by V. Santura (DARK FORTRESS), Matthias Röderer (ATROCITY), Thorsten Bauer (ATROCITY) and Martl (PROFANITY).
Obscura Add Second Guitarist
German death metal band OBSCURA has announced the addition of second guitarist Johannes Rennig (PROFANITY). "It was a very hard decision to make," the group writes on its web site. "We are looking forward to the upcoming festivals and the recording mode of the new album in August this year."
OBSCURA's upcoming CD will be recorded with V. Santura (DARK FORTRESS) at The Crypt Studios in Germany. The cover art and layout will be created by German artist Timo Wuerz.
Released last year, OBSCURA's debut album, "Retribution", was produced by Alex Krull (ATROCITY, LEAVES' EYES) and includes guest appearances by V. Santura (DARK FORTRESS), Matthias Röderer (ATROCITY), Thorsten Bauer (ATROCITY) and Martl (PROFANITY).
Obscura Part Ways With Guitarist
Guitarist Markus Lempsch has left German death metal band OBSCURA. Lempsch has issued the following statement on the matter:
"Due to scheduling conflicts and other obligations I decided to take a break from OBSCURA. It was a hard decision, but I am not able to dedicate the time and energy that's needed right now. The other guys just started searching for a replacement and those guitarists who're interested in playing technical death metal should feel free to contact steffen@obscura-metal.com. What OBSCURA is asking for is skills, professional attitude, experience, creativity, quality equipment, the ability to play shows and tours and dedication to the band's aims. Thanx to all those who supported us so far and helped to make our European tour with SUFFOCATION a success."
Released last year, OBSCURA's debut album, "Retribution", was produced by Alex Krull (ATROCITY, LEAVES' EYES) and includes guest appearances by V. Santura (DARK FORTRESS), Matthias Röderer (ATROCITY), Thorsten Bauer (ATROCITY) and Martl (PROFANITY). The cover artwork was created by Timo Wuerz.
For more information, visit www.obscura-metal.com.
