Norwegian melodic metal newcomers Hollow Peak has officially signed a worldwide record deal with Massacre Records, and will release their debut full-length album Obsidian Cult on January, 26th, 2026 as digipak CD, Limited Vinyl LP and digital.
Hollow Peak’s Obsidian Cult thematics
The album’s concept explores alienation in the digital age, inner battles, and personal renewal. From the reflective opener From Ashes Rises a Crown, the awesome Attack (a fave of mine) to the haunting title track, each song unfolds as part of a larger journey between chaos and clarity.
The comeback of Ragnhild in Hollow Peak’s Obsidian Cult
I quite like the poppy vocals of ex Theatre of Tragedy, Ragnhild Westgaard. Indeed, while the rest of the band slam in a professional performance, with awesome production by vocalist Ragnhild and drummer Marius Karlsen.
Closing words
With their debut, Hollow Peak rise as one of Norway’s most promising melodic metal acts — uniting emotion, atmosphere, and power in a striking first statement. An interesting release on the Massacre label and if you want my honest opinion, this is well worth checking out.
Track List
- From Ashes Rises a Crown
- Euphoria
- Labyrinth
- Unseen
- Ray of Light
- Liberation
- Attack
- Obsidian Cult
- Celest
- Town
Line Up
- Ragnhild Westgaard – Vocals
- Marius Karlsen – Drums
- Vegard Frydenlund Ripsrud – Guitars
- Henning Ramseth – Guitars
- Stian Dalslåen – Bass