Doom/Heavy/Stoner Metallers PATRIARCHS IN BLACK (Patriarchsinblack) return with their powerful new single “Left Behind”, a dark and deeply reflective track exploring loss, acceptance, and the fragile nature of human existence. Blending personal tragedy with mystical and cosmic imagery, the song reminds us that life is finite - and that what truly matters is the legacy we leave behind.
Singer Daniel Soren explains that the lyrics reflect on real-life hardships and the balance of entropy, growth, and evolution that defines both the universe and human life. “Left Behind” urges listeners not to waste the time they have, but to create meaning while they are still alive.
Watch the official video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tlHY4NpA0IQ
The track features a powerhouse line-up:
Johnny Kelly (TYPE O NEGATIVE) – drums
Dan Lorenzo (HADES/NON-FICTION) – guitar & bass
Daniel Soren – guest vocals
Dan Lorenzo (HADES/NON-FICTION) – guitar & bass
Daniel Soren – guest vocals
Side note: A brand-new PATRIARCHS IN BLACK covers album, “Completely Covered In Black”, is scheduled for release on February 13, 2026.
The new album features stunning covers of bands like Kiss, Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath, Peter Gabriel, Twisted Sister, and more. The album also features guest vocals from Mark Sunshine (Unida), Karl Agell (ex-Corrosion of Conformity), Kyle Thomas (Exhorder), Rob Dukes (Exodus), and Bobby Jensen (Hairball).
Completely Covered in Black features 11 cuts, as well as a vinyl bonus track of a Patriarchs in Black original song titled, "Show Them Your Power." The CD features 2 bonus cuts including a stunning version of “Kashmir” (Led Zeppelin) and a Patriarchs in Black original titled "Dead and Dying."
Perhaps the best way to understand the point of this album is to read the words of guitarist Dan Lorenzo himself:
"Johnny and I both love recording cover songs. If you haven’t noticed we REALLY love Kiss. As I write this, it’s only been a week since the death of Ace Frehley. Like a lot of musicians my age, I started playing guitar because of Kiss. On New Year’s Eve, 1978, I had yet to pick up a guitar. My friends and I wanted to play “air guitar” to Kiss Alive! I immediately said, “I want to be Ace.” My other three friends said that was OK for the first song, but we should “switch out” after each song. “No. My house, my rules! I’m going to be Ace for EVERY song.”
Three months later and I started playing guitar. It would have been nice if SOMEBODY told me Kiss tuned to Eb! Anyway, I then got into Aerosmith, Cheap Trick, AC/DC, and then Judas Priest, Slayer etc. It was Johnny’s idea to do the Peter Gabriel track. A bunch of people flipped over our version of “Games”...maybe thanks to Mark Sunshine’s ridiculous vocal performance..." -Dan Lorenzo, October 23, 2025
Check out this killer new sample of the upcoming release:
The vinyl is pressed on heavyweight opaque orange vinyl and includes a 12" x 12" insert with photos, liner notes and credits. The CD is housed in a jewel case with an 8-page booklet. Only 200 vinyl copies will be pressed. Don't miss your chance to own this incredible album from Patriarchs in Black!
Release Date is February 13, 2026 and pre orders are live now!
TRACK LISTING:
1. Supertzar (Black Sabbath)
2. Strange Ways (Kiss)
3. Destroyer (Twisted Sister)
4. Immigrant Song (Led Zeppelin)
5. Hotter Than Hell (Kiss)
6. The Chase (Motorhead)
7. Snowblind (Black Sabbath)
8. Dragon Attack (Queen)
9. The Ocean (Led Zeppelin)
10. Almost Human (Kiss)
11. Games Without Frontiers (Peter Gabriel)
12. VINYL ONLY BONUS TRACK: Show Them Your Power (Patriarchs in Black)
13. CD ONLY BONUS TRACK: Kashmir (Led Zeppelin)
14. CD ONLY BONUS TRACK: Dead or Dying (Patriarchs in Black)
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