Photo by: Peter Beste
Official press release:
Enigmatic black metal masters UADA is celebrating the 10 year anniversary of their debut album, Devoid of Light, with a special reissue! Originally released in 2016, Devoid of Light remains a remarkably focused debut – just five tracks, a little over thirty minutes – and yet a fully formed statement. The Devoid of Light (10th Anniversary Edition) returns in an expanded form. Remastered by Arthur Rizk, who previously handled mixing and mastering for UADA’s sophomore album Cult of a Dying Sun and mastering for the acoustic album Interwoven, the material gains depth without losing the character of the original recordings. This edition also includes previously unseen photography by Peter Beste, alongside rare archival material, expanded liner notes, and an exclusive bonus track. It will be released on July 17, 2026 via Eisenwald in CD format and 3 vinyl color variations; it is now available for pre-orders HERE.
Moreover, UADA’s upcoming acoustic album has been delayed. The original April 10 release date will still be honored digitally, but physical copies will not be shipped until late May due to delays at the manufacturing plant. The album represents an acoustic journey tracing one song from each chapter of UADA’s discography as well as various covers from the bands who’ve inspired them. ‘Interwoven’ will also be released via Eisenwald and is now available for pre-orders HERE.
ICYMI: UADA recently unveiled a haunting version of ROME’s “Der Brandtaucher”. The release comes just before UADA embarks on their next North American journey alongside Mortiis, in which Jerome Reuter’s ROME will be among the support. The song can be heard now at below:
UADA comments:
“Originally composed by Jerome Reuter and Patrick Damiani, this rendition was the final track chosen for Interwoven. Having followed Rome since 2008’s Masse Mensch Material, ‘Der Brandtaucher’ held deep personal resonance, especially during the most difficult chapter of my life. Its inclusion was not simply artistic – it was necessary.”
In addition, UADA has joined forces with industrial metal artist Mortiis for a very special co-headliner, featuring exclusive anniversary sets and supporting performances by Jerome Reuter’s ROME and Wraith Knight. UADA will be performing their seminal 2016 debut album Devoid of Light in its entirety + a special Ceremonial Castings 30-year anniversary set featuring Wraith Knight. In addition, Mortiis shall be performing songs from his groundbreaking 2001 full-length, The Smell Of Rain, along with other volumes of dystopian despair. The full itinerary can be found below while tickets are now available HERE.
Moreover, after much demand from fans, UADA will be returning to Milwaukee Metal Fest for the second time since leaving their mark during the 2024 edition. The festival will take place at The Rave/Eagle’s Club from June 4 – 7, with UADA performing on the 7th. More info and tickets can be found HERE.
Interwoven track listing:
- “Djinn”
- “Devoid of Light”
- “The Dark Winter”
- “The Purging Fire”
- “Der Brandtaucher” (ROME cover)
- “Something in the Way” (Nirvana cover)
4/10 Portland, OR – Dante’s
4/11 Vancouver, BC – Rickshaw
4/13 Calgary, AB – Dickens
4/14 Edmonton, AB – Starlite
4/16 Winnipeg, MB – Sidestage
4/17 Minneapolis, MN – Skyway at Studio B
4/18 Madison, WI – Annex
4/19 Chicago, IL – Reggies
4/20 Detroit, MI – Sanctuary
4/21 Indianapolis, IN – Black Circle
4/22 Covington, KY – Madison Live
4/23 Pittsburgh, PA – Preserving Underground
4/24 Toronto, ON – Lee’s Palace
4/25 Montreal, QC – Cafe Campus
4/26 Quebec City, QC – La Source
4/27 Boston, MA – Brighton Music Hall
4/28 Brooklyn, NY – Meadows
4/29 Bensalem, PA – Broken Goblet
4/30 Baltimore, MD – Metro
5/01 Raleigh, NC – Chapel Of Bones
5/02 Atlanta, GA – 529 EAV
5/03 Orlando, FL – Conduit
5/05 Houston, TX – Warehouse Live
5/06 Austin, TX – Come And Take It Live
5/07 Dallas, TX – Club Dada
5/08 Albuquerque, NM – Launchpad
5/09 Denver, CO – HQ
5/10 Salt Lake City, UT – Urban Lounge
5/11 Las Vegas, NV – Swan Dive
5/12 San Diego, CA – Brick By Brick
5/13 Los Angeles, CA – The Echo
5/14 San Jose, CA – The Ritz
5/15 Eugene, OR – John Henry’s
5/16 Seattle, WA – El Corazon
