Cosmic Mirage will be released on 10th of April 2026. Pre-Orders start on 20.02.2026 via Bandcamp, when the first single The Witch’s Waltz is released.

Cosmic Mirage is Astral Spectre’s third album and combines musical elements from different eras in a very unique way. The musical foundation is formed by striking twin guitar melodies and an atmospheric Hammond organ, whose interplay immediately evokes the golden era of heavy metal as well as the experimental spirit of 70s prog rock. These nostalgic elements are confronted with black metal influences such as harsh vocals and short blast beats.

Departing from familiar genre paths, Astral Spectre also integrates the clarinet as an unusual, sometimes central element that lends the compositions an almost unreal dimension. This unconventional combination of instruments and styles creates sonic worlds that seem both familiar and surprising.

The professional production of “Cosmic Mirage” ensures that all these details can unfold without smoothing out the edgy and idiosyncratic identity of the music. It is an album for discerning listeners who are looking for something new and enjoy being carried away by unexpected twists and turns.