Metal, Hardcore, Indie, Rock
Austrian post-black metal trailblazers Harakiri For The Sky have announced the December 4th release of their new live album, “Reliving the Trauma – Live at Theater Akzent”, via AOP Records. Captured during an exclusive performance at Vienna’s Theater Akzent in May 2026, the recording commemorates the 10th anniversary of the band’s acclaimed third album, “III: Trauma”, offering a powerful retrospective of one of the defining releases in their catalog.
Originally released in 2016, “III: Trauma” marked a pivotal chapter in Harakiri For The Sky‘s evolution, further establishing their distinctive fusion of atmospheric black metal, post-rock and deeply personal lyricism. A decade later, the band returned to the material for an intimate theater performance in their native Austria, revisiting the music that helped shape their identity and connect with audiences around the world.
Featuring eight tracks, “Reliving the Trauma – Live at Theater Akzent” captures the emotional intensity and sweeping dynamics that have become hallmarks of the band’s live performances. From the haunting melodies of “Calling the Rain” and “Funeral Dreams” to the cathartic weight of “Thanatos,” “This Life as a Dagger” and “Bury Me,” the recording presents a compelling portrait of a band whose music remains as affecting today as it was a decade ago.
Recorded live by David Pilz and mixed and mastered by Kohlekeller Studio, the album preserves the raw atmosphere and immersive experience of the Vienna performance. The concert was also filmed by Julian Joy / Lauser Films, with the release arriving across physical, audio and video streaming formats on December 4th.
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“Reliving the Trauma – Live at Theater Akzent” Track List:
1. Calling the Rain
2. Funeral Dreams
3. Thanatos
4. This Life as a Dagger
5. The Traces We Leave
6. Viaticum
7. Bury Me
8. Dry the River
Ahead of the live album’s release, Harakiri For The Sky will embark on a nine-date tour of the United Kingdom and Ireland, joined by Sunken. The run begins November 19th in Southampton and includes stops in London, Newcastle, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Dublin, Belfast, Manchester and Bristol.
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Since forming in 2011, Harakiri For The Sky have emerged as one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary extreme metal. Across six studio albums, the Austrian outfit has developed a singular approach to songwriting, weaving themes of grief, isolation, love and existential struggle into expansive compositions that transcend traditional genre boundaries.
Their uncompromising artistic vision has earned international recognition, including five nominations for Austria’s prestigious Amadeus Music Awards and a No. 4 debut on the German album charts for their acclaimed 2021 album, “Maere”. Through extensive touring across North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, Latin America and Africa, the band has built a devoted global following, bringing their emotionally charged performances to audiences on nearly every continent.
With “Reliving the Trauma – Live at Theater Akzent”, Harakiri For The Sky celebrate a landmark anniversary while documenting the enduring significance of the music that helped define their career.
Live Lineup:
M.S. – Guitars
J.J. – Vocals
Marrok – Guitars
Radek – Bass
Paul – Drums
