Sable Hills release explosive new single 'Labyrinth' ahead of upcoming album 'Homura'

Japanese metalcore powerhouse Sable Hills return with their explosive new single 'Labyrinth', the final single to be released ahead of their highly anticipated new album Homura, arriving 13th November 2026 via Arising Empire.

Pre-order the album and stream 'Labyrinth' here: https://arisingempire.com/sablehills

Delivering a thrilling combination of old-school metalcore influences and cutting-edge modern heaviness, the track showcases the band's ability to breathe new life into the genre's classic sound while pushing their own musical identity forward.

Drawing inspiration from the golden era of melodic metalcore, 'Labyrinth' wastes no time unleashing a barrage of fast-paced, rhythmically driven riffs, soaring twin-guitar harmonies and crushing breakdowns built for pure headbanging mayhem. The song seamlessly shifts between aggressive, high-speed passages and powerful melodic moments, culminating in an epic, anthemic chorus that brings an entirely new dimension to the band's signature intensity. Combining technical precision with infectious hooks and an unmistakable sense of urgency, Sable Hills deliver a track that feels both nostalgic and refreshingly contemporary.

Lyrically, 'Labyrinth' explores the experience of losing direction and finding your way back by reconnecting with your roots. Reflecting on the past, breaking free from repetitive cycles and learning to move forward despite uncertainty, the song carries a message of resilience and self-discovery. Its central theme mirrors the band's musical approach, embracing the foundations of metalcore while forging a path toward the future.

Formed in Tokyo in 2015, Sable Hills have steadily risen to become one of Japan's most prominent metalcore exports. In 2022, the band made history as the first Japanese act to win the prestigious Wacken Open Air Metal Battle, marking a major breakthrough on the international stage. Following their victory and subsequent return to Wacken in 2023, Sable Hills signed with Arising Empire and released their acclaimed third studio album Odyssey in 2024. Beyond their own releases and international live performances, the band have also made a significant contribution to Japan's heavy music scene by establishing their own FRONTLINE FESTIVAL, bringing together exciting acts from the global metalcore community.

With the release of Homura just around the corner, 'Labyrinth' serves as one final statement of intent before the band unveils their next full-length chapter. Fierce, melodic and undeniably anthemic, the single captures everything that makes Sable Hills such an exciting force in modern metalcore, honouring the genre's roots while delivering a sound that is unmistakably their own.

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