The Black (Imminence album)
The Black is the fifth studio album by Swedish metalcore band Imminence. The album was self-released by the band on 12 April 2024. It was produced by Eddie Berg, Harald Barrett and Henrik Udd. This was the final album with drummer Peter Hanström after being active from 2009 until his release in September 2025.
On 7 March 2025, the band released an extended edition of the album titled The Return of The Black. This edition features three new tracks, three remixes, and five new editions of songs featuring guest vocalists.
Critical reception
Distorted Sound scored the album 9 out of 10 and said: "Imminence aren't just a band, they're an experience, a feeling, a state of mind. The Black cements their place within the metalcore hierarchy. Expect even bigger things to come." Ghost Cult gave the album a score 9/10 and saying: "With such theatrical innovation that challenges and transcends Metalcore, Imminence have become pioneers of a style that can best be described as Violincore. While each preceding album was a step in the right direction, The Black pulls off just the sound they were always meant to create." Louder Sound gave the album a positive review and stated: "The Swedes' four studio albums so far have seen them tinker with overly polished production and the kind of atmospheric metalcore Architects left behind six years ago, but with The Black, they've taken a step forward."Personnel
Imminence- Eddie Berg – lead vocals, violin, production
- Harald Barrett – lead guitar, backing vocals, production
- Alex Arnoldsson – rhythm guitar
- Christian Höijer – bass
- Peter Hanström – drums
- Henrik Udd – production