# OBSCURA Release New Video For ‘The Sun Eater’ + Heading To Australia For Shred Fest 2026

**New Music** — On Your Markus  
**Published:** 1 May 2026  
**Author:** Markus Hamence  
**Source:** https://onyourmarkus.au/new-music-releases/obscura-release-new-video-for-the-sun-eater-heading-to-australia-for-shred-fest-2026/

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**OBSCURA:** German progressive metal masters **OBSCURA** have officially shifted into high gear with a double-pronged assault on the global metal scene. Ahead of their **The Sun Eater Asia** tour—which kicks off on **May 1**—the band has unleashed a brand-new music video for the track ‘**The Sun Eater,’** perfectly capturing the technical precision and atmosphere of their live show.

The Sun Eater video has been produced by **OBSCURA**’s long term director **Mirko Witzki **(Arch Enemy, Powerwolf, Electric Callboy).

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September 2026 – Prepare your necks and brace your ears — **SHRED FEST 2026** is coming! The renowned travelling metal festival will storm across Australia and New Zealand, delivering an unmatched celebration of technical excellence, intensity, and musical precision.

This year’s edition features two of the most acclaimed names in modern extreme metal **Obscura **(GER) & **Fallujah** (USA)- Nuclear Blast:

**OBSCURA (GER)** – Progressive death metal pioneers and masters of technical virtuosity. Following two successful Australian tours along with a return to NZ OBSCURA are back to present their latest album *A Sonication* as part of their ongoing world tour.

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**FALLUJAH (USA)** – The visionary force of progressive and atmospheric technical death metal, set to unleash their transcendental soundscapes across southern shores.

**Dates**

03/09 AUS Perth – The Rosemount  
04/09 AUS Adelaide – Lions Art Factory  
05/09 AUS Brisbane – Soapbox  
09/09 AUS Canberra – The Baso  
10/09 AUS Sydney – Manning Bar  
11/09 AUS Melbourne – The Corner  
13/09 AUS Darwin – The Ampitheatre  
15/09 NZ Auckland – Whammy  
16/09 NZ Wellington – Valhalla  
17/09 NZ Christchurch – Churchills Tavern  
19/09 AUS Hobart – Altar

^ Fallujah Appearing all shows bar NZ and Hobart

SHRED FEST 2026 promises a diverse and uncompromising showcase of extreme metal — from technical precision to devastating heaviness. Expect the ultimate convergence of musicianship, passion, and power.

**Tickets on sale via ****[www.yourmatebookings.com](http://www.yourmatebookings.com/)** & **[https://www.shredfest.net/](https://www.shredfest.net/)**

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