# GRAILKNIGHTS dive into Lovecraftian depth with new single ‘Necronomicon’ **New Music** — On Your Markus **Published:** 1 June 2025 **Author:** Markus Hamence **Source:** https://onyourmarkus.au/new-music-releases/grailknights-dive-into-lovecraftian-depth-with-new-single-necronomicon/ --- As they put the finishing touches on their seventh full-length album, **GRAILKNIGHTS** have already unveiled its first chapter with the release of their new single, **‘Necronomicon.’** Hailing from **Grailham City,** these superhero-themed metallers take on none other than **Cthulhu**; a monstrous, kraken-like entity. The single’s title is likely to resonate with many, as it draws inspiration from **H.P. Lovecraft**’s infamous book of the same name. ![](https://media.onyourmarkus.au/originals/24393/image002-1.jpg) **‘Necronomicon’** opens with an eerie echo, as if calling from beyond, before **GRAILKNIGHTS** plunge headfirst into the ocean’s depths with a singular mission: to stop the resurrection of the ancient beast whose return could spell the end of the world. Armed with thunderous drums, a blazing intergalactic guitar solo, and a rallying chorus forged to summon the bravest of metalheads, the band wage an epic battle to outwit **Cthulhu** in the sunken city of **R’lyeh** once and for all. ![](https://media.onyourmarkus.au/originals/24346/image003-1.png) The **GRAILKNIGHTS** add: *“Valiant Battlechoir, with ‘Necronomicon,’ we continue a journey we started on our “Knightfall” album in 2018. We’ve always been fascinated by the world of H.P. Lovecraft – the atmosphere, the mystery, the sense of something vast and unknowable just beneath the surface. This song is our way of diving back into that universe. It’s also a spiritual follow-up to our earlier track ‘Cthulhu.’ This time we wanted to explore a different corner of that mythos though – something darker, more haunting, and a bit more epic in sound. Producing and recording ‘Necronomicon’ along with talented Sascha Paeth was intense and creatively rewarding. We focused on capturing that eerie, otherworldly mood that Lovecraft’s stories are known for, while staying true to our heroic and uplifting sound. We’re proud of how it turned out, and we’re excited to finally share it with you!”* Stream the single here: **[https://grailknights.rpm.link/necronomiconPR](https://www.promojukebox.com/nwldel/link/?nlsendlistid=10221746&checkcode=866b30b323a3191d&urlcc=69162aa5a573ed50&acc=K1dEUjVDVHUyWE9UMkdEN0YwN3BpUnFGYTlKd24vRFl6dFNnb0Mrd1VMaW5QMUlkeFdVMnNsN1lscGd2bXJFKw%3D%3D)** **‘Necronomicon’** was recorded at **GateStudio** (Wolfsburg, Germany) under the watchful eyes of **Sascha Paeth** (**AVANTASIA**, **KAMELOT**, **RHAPSODY OF FIRE** etc.). Its live premiere already took place during the group’s **Grailfest**, where **Battlechoir** members from all around the world came together at **MusikZentrum Hanover** on May 2 and 3. ![](https://media.onyourmarkus.au/originals/24347/image004-1.png) **About GRAILKNIGHTS** If it’s on their 2004 debut album **Across The Galaxy,** its follow-ups **Return To Castle Grailskull **and **Alliance** or their tales of the past 15 years (**Calling The Choir,** **Knightfall** & **Muscle Bound For Glory**), **GRAILKNIGHTS**’ goal has remained the same – the Holy Grail must be returned to **Grailham City**! Their mission also led their flight path to stages around the globe, which they boldly dominated as headlining act and shared with acts such as **SABATON**, **FEUERSCHWANZ**, **BROTHERS OF METAL** and **TWILIGHT FORCE** among others, always supported by their brave fan base aka the **Battlechoir**. During the years, some of these equally brave musicians have also lent their additional vocal support to the **Hanover, Germany** based squad: Tracks like **‘Turbo Boost [feat. FEUERSCHWANZ]’** but especially **‘Pumping Iron Power,’** which was graced by **SABATON**’s **Joakim Brodén**, crafted additional intergalactic bondings between the band and metalheads worldwide, and saw **GRAILKNIGHTS**’ success numbers go through the roof with **‘Pumping Iron Power’** heading for 15 million **Spotify** streams only. Highly experienced in both studio and live battles, the superheroic metal group have faced and overcome several evil powers over time, and now they are set to oppose **Dr. Skull** in full length once again with their 7th adventure, followed by yet another journey across Europe. Joining forces with label family members **ALL FOR METAL** in autumn 2025, the **“Battle Of Metal”** can actually only end in another victory against all evil. **GRAILKNIGHTS are:** Sir Optimus Prime | vocals Sovereign Storm | guitars, vocals Count Cranium | guitars, vocals Duncan MacLoud | bass, vocals **More on GRAILKNIGHTS:** **[grailknights.de](https://www.promojukebox.com/nwldel/link/?nlsendlistid=10221746&checkcode=866b30b323a3191d&urlcc=cc8a2ca44a0fabdc&acc=K1dEUjVDVHUyWE9UMkdEN0YwN3BpZTQrQUx3d2paUXhKTUxmTUd2cDZzND0%3D)**** | ****[Facebook](https://www.promojukebox.com/nwldel/link/?nlsendlistid=10221746&checkcode=866b30b323a3191d&urlcc=0b1651fd1e3a4197&acc=enRScEhnQmIyYkczZ0VYMUZjakdmY2NKQW1HSUpOR3RET0gzQ0JNdnNyVDFJR2hpeWMvblBJQjh0MjdVVUxUcw%3D%3D)**** | ****[Instagram](https://www.promojukebox.com/nwldel/link/?nlsendlistid=10221746&checkcode=866b30b323a3191d&urlcc=cdd2c076cb1e9e5a&acc=RTdKT2QvS3VXYW1TZ0dGeTkzdWJNRVBXK3l1Wkg5L281L25Md0hrY2t4TkRHUllKejh5S3JwRmN4UjR1U0E0KzVvcjNBTVljcENjeE45NWNHOXA1Y1E9PQ%3D%3D)**** | ****[TikTok](https://www.promojukebox.com/nwldel/link/?nlsendlistid=10221746&checkcode=866b30b323a3191d&urlcc=1bdf1dfe1c538769&acc=dXJwcDZJbUJNekZIeUtUM2tHd0luWmlYWjFISFdOQUQ0cHEwVmp2elRNSTRuaUZTNVMzMHNNVytWekQ1R2cxcw%3D%3D)**** | ****[X](https://www.promojukebox.com/nwldel/link/?nlsendlistid=10221746&checkcode=866b30b323a3191d&urlcc=656bc58c75c2fcd8&acc=aW43RFNLQktzMGk4b1BMYXZnNnMyRlNEZis3NnJQWkNWVFRNWjFScnFsZz0%3D)**** | ****[YouTube](https://www.promojukebox.com/nwldel/link/?nlsendlistid=10221746&checkcode=866b30b323a3191d&urlcc=a55da5b442ae0cc6&acc=Y3JwdndLTXkyREIvb3NaV1FibXJSVDVPbWJMZS95L2lEWFlPS1RzcnoxZGhQL1J2NzU5ekk1MWZobHFSQTRxVQ%3D%3D)**** | ****[Spotify](https://www.promojukebox.com/nwldel/link/?nlsendlistid=10221746&checkcode=866b30b323a3191d&urlcc=445e1ae4e4b70a9c&acc=NHZYK0hzWk1WYXNrVUYvNzhTQ1UyRU5mZjFDYjJpcGJKbDRXS3QvYUhlNGV3YTNUaWErRUQvMmpORFducXJ3aWJ6Z01rWjI2QkJHb2g2bW9vM2Y3ckoyZWxBM0UxaFlKRkplZGJsRHVtNDZhOWYxc0NnNDYwaTYvTVU5NG9RWmU%3D)**** | ****[Apple Music](https://www.promojukebox.com/nwldel/link/?nlsendlistid=10221746&checkcode=866b30b323a3191d&urlcc=c5d643f06921b496&acc=SjJmMGxyRno5OXEwcURRM0N6VHgzSjRzV0FLUEdPOHVoMEhuRFlsQTJNd1cwUnh3Zy9mbkJ6aXc1b2hBeStnSyszcmF0UkxrNmEwVWtHbnZIUElCZGc9PQ%3D%3D)** ![](https://media.onyourmarkus.au/originals/24345/487306993_1200136888781369_1008600936613416288_n.jpg) **About PERCEPTION** **PERCEPTION** is the latest label imprint of **Reigning Phoenix Music**. Following the successful addition of **ROAR**, a sub-label dedicated to emerging talents and artists, **PERCEPTION** is set to provide a strong foundation for regionally and stylistically leading bands with high growth potential. Founded in 2023, **Reigning Phoenix Music** is truly the 100% independently owned vision of music industry professional **Gerardo Martinez** and avionics and tech entrepreneur, **Sven Bogner**. The blueprint is to continue to help heavy metal, extreme and hard music thrive by partnering with an array of well-established acts, new talent, and iconic artists by offering best services and practices in the industry. **Reigning Phoenix Music**’s paramount goal is to help the artists amplify their music and talent to a winning formula for success. ![](https://media.onyourmarkus.au/originals/25644/image001-1.jpg) **More on PERCEPTION:** **[perception.music](https://www.promojukebox.com/nwldel/link/?nlsendlistid=10221746&checkcode=866b30b323a3191d&urlcc=1b322ae86ce62c78&acc=cVNWbHpUbG1GREplU1luR3k3MTBrMUpPYmZiZUsvMkkwKzZOT0J4U1Q5dz0%3D)**** | ****[Facebook](https://www.promojukebox.com/nwldel/link/?nlsendlistid=10221746&checkcode=866b30b323a3191d&urlcc=f927d0a826c868f4&acc=enRScEhnQmIyYkczZ0VYMUZjakdmWFl1Q2h4L3lEZXBBYk9PVTk2YUpPU0Rtd25qQXFxS1BNblBBSlE2dm5RNQ%3D%3D)**** | ****[Instagram](https://www.promojukebox.com/nwldel/link/?nlsendlistid=10221746&checkcode=866b30b323a3191d&urlcc=35bff35025f05f96&acc=RTdKT2QvS3VXYW1TZ0dGeTkzdWJNUFM1eXdLaFV3OUw0ZFV6UjBWYzA4aHBxaGdFMXBxTklVaWRabnFiZ3FYRw%3D%3D)**** | ****[TikTok](https://www.promojukebox.com/nwldel/link/?nlsendlistid=10221746&checkcode=866b30b323a3191d&urlcc=c1d9cbb1297d064f&acc=dXJwcDZJbUJNekZIeUtUM2tHd0luU2FGMWllRGxmVnl4UW1nVHUvY3dMcThNVHc4RGNHM252RkNzRGVkdHhhWg%3D%3D)** ![](https://media.onyourmarkus.au/originals/24344/aefbf7f4-db83-5dfb-0cf0-1231dacf69d8-1.png)