Diamond Black release 'Dark Anthems': An EP of brooding songs to fill the winter months.

Rock Metal Machine
Nov 2
2 min read

Three people in leather jackets posing on stairs in a dim, industrial setting. One has red hair; the mood is edgy and intense.

Dark, emotionally charged alt-rock trio Diamond Black unveil their long-awaited EP, Dark Anthems, via their own Shadow Cast label. The six-track release fuses cinematic darkness with anthemic hooks and unflinching honesty, featuring Chris Harms (Lord of the Lost) and Chloe Ozwell (Sister Shotgun), as well as a remix by The Birthday Massacre.

At its heart, Dark Anthems is a journey through struggle, hope, and redemption. Across six tracks—including the previously unreleased power ballad A Secret—the band explores addiction, anxiety, and recovery, transforming pain into power through soaring melodies and haunting atmosphere.

Frontman Ben Christo—also known for his work with gothic rock legends The Sisters of Mercy—describes the release as “our most personal and unguarded work yet.” He explains:

“Each track confronts struggle with brutal honesty, but every lyric ultimately points toward hope and healing. It’s about finding light through the darkness, and we want that message to resonate in every song and every show.”

Diamond Black’s emotional intensity is amplified by Adam Hart (bass/visuals), whose playing and compelling artwork, videos, and merch extend the music’s emotional narrative, and Vincent Velazco (Gus G, Pendragon) on drums, bringing dynamic fire and precision to the band’s cinematic sound.

Having independently released eight singles to critical acclaim, Diamond Black has earned praise from The Mission, Therapy?, and The Birthday Massacre, while building a global fanbase through authentic engagement. Their thriving podcast, Discord, and video content provide a space for fans seeking inspiration, connection, and support.

Tracklist:

1. In Venom (feat. Chris Harms)

2. Fall Into the Silence (feat. Chloe Ozwell)

3. Through the Misery

4. A Secret (previously unreleased)

5. Dark Anthems

6. Fall Into the Silence (The Birthday Massacre Remix)

UK Tour Dates with The Birthday Massacre

Oct 24: Glasgow – Ivory Blacks

Oct 26: Edinburgh – La Belle Angèle

Oct 29: York – The Crescent

Oct 30: Newcastle – The Cluny