Sable Hills ignite a new era with brand new album 'Homura'
Japanese metalcore powerhouse SABLE HILLS tomorrow (Friday 13th November) officially release their highly anticipated new album, Homura, via Arising Empire. Blending their signature mix of crushing metalcore and melodic death metal with traditional Japanese instrumentation, melodies and Buddhist chants, the album marks a bold new chapter in the band's evolution, pushing their sound into exciting and previously unexplored territory.
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Taking its name from an ancient Japanese word meaning "flame", Homura embodies the intensity, passion and aggression that have always defined SABLE HILLS. Across the record, relentless riffs, intricate guitar harmonies and explosive breakdowns collide with the atmosphere and beauty of traditional Japanese music, resulting in a powerful and distinctive sound that bridges the band's cultural roots with their modern metal influences.
The album showcases this unique approach through tracks such as 'Namu' and 'Higanbana', which incorporate sacred Buddhist chants performed by monks, adding an entirely new dimension to the band's already dynamic sound. Meanwhile, 'Reignite' and the title track 'Homura' further explore traditional Japanese instrumentation, seamlessly weaving captivating melodies into the band's uncompromising heaviness.
Adding to the album's impressive range are two special guest appearances: John Henry of American metalcore veterans Darkest Hour delivers a powerful contribution to 'Godforsaken', while Fuki of Japanese metal powerhouse Unlucky Morpheus lends her distinctive vocals to the title track 'Homura', highlighting the band's ability to connect different musical worlds.
SABLE HILLS have been steadily establishing themselves as one of Japan's most exciting heavy music exports. In 2022, they made history as the first Japanese band to win the prestigious Metal Battle at Wacken Open Air, a milestone that paved the way for their signing with Arising Empire and the international release of their third album, Odyssey, in 2024. Their momentum continued in 2025 with the viral success of 'Namu', which has surpassed 3 million Spotify streams and 5.4 million YouTube views, while live performances shared across Instagram and TikTok have collectively generated over 30 million views.
With 'Homura', SABLE HILLS take everything that has fueled their international rise and elevate it to the next level. Fierce, melodic and deeply connected to their Japanese heritage, the album is both a celebration of the band's identity and a fearless step forward, cementing their position as a truly distinctive force in modern metal.
Homura is out now via Arising Empire, available on all major streaming platforms and in physical formats.
Catch the band live:
28.12.2026 I Toyota Arena Tokyo I Koto-ku, Japan
10.10.2027 I Underworld I London, United Kingdom
SABLE HILLS online:
instagram.com/sablehillsjp
tiktok.com/@sablehillsjp
