Busy times for Serious Black: after the band had released their latest single “Burn! Witches Burn!” a while ago, they are currently putting finishing touches on the upcoming official video clip, filmed for the song “Serious Black Magic”, which will premiere later this week. The track is of course also taken from Serious Black’s upcoming album Magic (out August 25th via AFM Records).

What melodic power metal band Serious Black has achieved in less than three years of band history and with only two albums under their belts, is extraordinary. The band, consisting of musicians from bands such as Firewind, Rhapsody, Tad Morose, Edenbridge, Visions of Atlantis and Dreamscape, has positioned itself directly among the leading formations of their genre. Tours with HammerFall and Gamma Ray made the fanbase grow rapidly and with the first headlining tour in September 2016 Serious Black impressively demonstrated that they are a real live force! Inspired by the consistently euphoric reactions of fans and the media alike, the band will already release its third studio album, titled Magic, which will be available at the end of August. The album was mixed by Michael “Spike” Streefkerk (Def Leppard) and mastered by Mikka Jussila (Finnvox Studios). Serious Black’s vision for Magic was to create a diverse, heavy, melodic album with more focus on organic feel and a more natural sound than many productions these days offer.

Magic sees Serious Black reach the peak of their creativity and takes the listener on a journey through a world of mystery. A 14 songs strong jewel case CD marks the “basic” album, while the 2CD Digipak comes with a bonus CD (Live In Atlanta) and the ltd. “Witch Board” Box Set even includes an additional Unplugged CD. Of course Magic is also available on (black and white) vinyl. After the launch of the album, Serious Black will hit the road once more – again as headliner and this time supported by special guest and AFM labelmate Herman Frank.

Magic is our first attempt of a concept album”, the band states. The story was created by vocalist Urban Breed, who introduces the listener to Mr. Nightmist, a figure, through generations, shrouded in mystery and legend.

The follow-up to the chart-breaking Mirrorworld (2016) and As Daylight Breaks albums will be released on August 25th and it’s safe to say that fans of high class melodic metal will be amazed by the magic Serious Black come up with this time.

The band recenty announced a string of European tour dates. As special guests, Herman Frank (ex-Accept), Rick Altzi  (Masterplan), Andre Hilgers  (ex-Rage) and Michael Müller (Jaded Heart) will be part of the show, supports are My Own Ghost (Luxemburg) and Stormhammer (Germany).

Featuring cover artwork by Jan Yrlund, Magic will be released in the following editions:

Special Fan Box ( Ltd. to 500):

- Ltd. Digipak (the limited 2CD digipak contains the bonus CD Live In Atlanta)
- exclusive acoustic CD First Light - only available in this boxset
- witchboard with planchette (exclusive design)
- 22 tarot cards (exclusive design)
- Listener’s companion written by Urban breed
- certificate of authenticity

CD Jewelcase:

- Magic

CD Digipak Ltd. (2 CDs):

- Magic
- Live in Atlanta

Vinyl:

- Black Ltd. to 250
- White Ltd. to 250

Tracklisting:

“With A Tip Of The Hat”
“Binary Magic”
“Burn! Witches Burn!”
“Line Gunman Rule”
“Now You’ll Never Know”
“I Can Do Magic”
“Serious Black Magic”
“Skeletons On Parade”
“Mr. Nightmist”
“The Witch Of Caldwell Town”
“True Love Is Blind”
“Just Kill Me”
“Newfound Freedom”
“One Final Song”

Pre-order the new album in various formats at this location.

“Burn! Witches Burn!” lyric video: