Few bands are capable of conjuring up such vivid cinematic vision as Blackbriar. The band’s lavish history of evocative dark fairytale storytelling and compelling gothic soundscapes continues to expand as we enter into 2026 in the wake of their acclaimed third full length album, A Thousand Little Deaths, produced by longtime collaborator Joost van den Broek, as well as a triumphant first headlining tour across Europe. Tackling themes of love, loss, and death, Blackbriar seek to take all willing Thorns on a passionate and resounding journey filled with mesmerizing imagery, masterful lyricism, and dark symphonic metal power. With YouTube streams now reaching 79 million million views and over 265,000 subscribers, and equally massive Spotify stats including a total of over 75 million streams, with over 190,000 monthly listeners who contribute to 1.2 million streams a month and 14 million streams per year, the world has taken notice of their distinctively macabre yet whimsical sense of metallic storytelling. Prepare to wrap yourself up in their seductive siren songs, and expect to be swept away once again in 2026 as Blackbriar sets their sights on a new release and plans expanded headline shows in Europe.
