Published: June 3, 2026 · 11:38 PM EDT
The German modern metal band unveil the third single from their upcoming Napalm Records release while expanding the dark theatrical world introduced on ‘The Dead Don't Die’
DOMINUM have released their new single and official music video for “Dark Melodies”, offering another preview of the band's upcoming album “Night Is Calling”, scheduled for release on July 3, 2026 through Napalm Records.
The song follows the previously released singles “Doctor Doctor” and “Night Is Calling”, continuing the band's blend of modern metal, theatrical horror imagery, and melodic songwriting.
Rockum previously covered the album campaign in Dominum Unveil 'Doctor Doctor' Video Ahead of 'Night Is Calling' Album and 2026 European Tour.
Unlike some of the heavier tracks associated with the band's catalog, “Dark Melodies” adopts a slower and more atmospheric approach. Built around a waltz-time structure, the song combines melodic arrangements, dramatic orchestration, and the distinctive vocal performance of frontman Felix Heldt, better known to fans as Dr. Dead.
According to Dr. Dead, the song explores the idea of melodies that linger in the mind and gradually become impossible to ignore. The lyrical narrative follows an increasingly persistent presence that blurs the line between imagination, memory, and obsession.
“Night Is Calling” follows the success of “The Dead Don't Die” (2024), an album that reached the Top 10 of the German album charts and helped establish Dominum as one of the most visible newer names in European modern metal.
Produced by Felix Heldt and mixed by Jacob Hansen, the new album expands the band's horror-inspired universe through thirteen tracks that combine heavy guitar-driven arrangements with theatrical storytelling and cinematic presentation.
Among the album's notable moments is the title track “Night Is Calling”, which features a guest appearance from members of Battle Beast. The record also includes a reinterpretation of Michael Jackson's classic song “Thriller.”
NIGHT IS CALLING TRACKLIST
1. The Circus Is In Town
2. Doctor Doctor
3. Children Of The Night
4. Nosferatu
5. Dark Melodies
6. Night Is Calling (feat. Battle Beast)
7. Jack The Ripper
8. Thriller (Michael Jackson cover)
9. Devil's Son
10. I Don't Drink Wine
11. Endzeit
12. Don't Get Bitten By The Wrong Ones (Acoustic)
13. Hey Living People (Acoustic)
FORMATS
“Night Is Calling” will be available in the following editions:
2-LP Deluxe Box Set (Splattered Dark Night Blue / Translucent Vinyl + Live At Wacken 2025 bonus vinyl)
Glow In The Dark Vinyl
2-CD Earbook (36 pages, includes Live At Wacken 2025)
Aquamarine Vinyl
Black Vinyl
2-CD Jewelcase in O-Card (includes Live At Wacken 2025 bonus CD)
Digital Album
DOMINUM LIVE 2026
SPECIAL SHOWS
July 3 — Wacken, Germany — Landgasthof Wacken
July 4 — Hamburg, Germany — Ballroom Hamburg Kaperfahrt (Sold Out)
NIGHT IS CALLING TOUR 2026
With The Night Flight Orchestra
November 24 — Paris, France — La Machine du Moulin Rouge
November 25 — Frankfurt, Germany — Batschkapp
November 27 — Hamburg, Germany — Grosse Freiheit 36
November 28 — Leipzig, Germany — Hellraiser
December 1 — Budapest, Hungary — Barba Negra
December 2 — Vienna, Austria — Szene
December 4 — Pratteln, Switzerland — Z7
December 5 — Saarbrücken, Germany — Garage
December 6 — Sint-Niklaas, Belgium — De Casino
December 8 — Manchester, England — O2 Ritz
December 9 — Bristol, England — Bristol Electric
December 10 — London, England — Electric Brixton
December 12 — Oberhausen, Germany — Turbinenhalle
December 13 — Utrecht, Netherlands — Tivoli Vredenburg
December 15 — Berlin, Germany — SO36
December 16 — Hanover, Germany — Capitol
December 18 — Stuttgart, Germany — LKA Longhorn
December 19 — Munich, Germany — Backstage
December 20 — Nuremberg, Germany — Hirsch
FESTIVALS
May 22–23 — Cornaux, Switzerland — Corn'Rock Festival
June 5–7 — Pilsen, Czech Republic — Metalfest Open Air
July 1–4 — Ballenstedt, Germany — Rock Harz Festival
July 3–6 — Knislinge, Sweden — Time To Rock Festival
July 13–15 — Sulingen, Germany — Reload Festival
July 24–25 — Bissingen, Germany — Wisdom Tooth Festival
August 23 — Sankt Goarshausen, Germany — Loreley Freilichtbühne (with Judas Priest and Thundermother)
DOMINUM ARE
Dr. Dead (Felix Heldt) — Vocals
Tommy Kemp — Guitars
Patient 0 — Bass
Victor Hilltop — Drums
Emerging from Germany's modern metal scene, Dominum have quickly established a distinctive identity through a combination of horror-inspired imagery, theatrical stage presentation, and melodic songwriting. The success of “The Dead Don't Die” introduced the band to a wider international audience and laid the foundation for the expanding universe explored on “Night Is Calling.”
With “Dark Melodies,” Dominum continue building anticipation for “Night Is Calling”, a release that further develops the band's theatrical approach while expanding the musical world that has helped them become one of the more visible new acts in European modern metal.
Written by Gino Alache – Music Journalist
Watch the official music video for “Dark Melodies” below.
