Schattenmann Drops Metal-Fueled Single ‘Kein Kommando’ ahead of New Album
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By Anya Schmidt | BERLIN – 2025/09/10 13:13:44
German industrial metal band schattenmann has unleashed their new single and music video, ‘Kein Kommando’ (“No Command”). The track offers a taste of their upcoming album, ‘Endgegner’ (“Final Boss”), slated for release in early 2026.
Schattenmann’s new single, “Kein Kommando,” blends metal with modern sonic elements, serving as a powerful preview of their forthcoming album ‘Endgegner’. The band plans to support the album with an extensive tour across their home country.
Frontman Frank Herzig describes the song as pivotal: “‘Kein Kommando’ is probably the most vital song of our career since our debut single, since it marks the beginning of a new era: we are taking a musical path in a clear metal direction. The verse ‘Heute Gibt es Keine regeln, Keine grenzen, Kein Gesetz’ [Today there are no rules, barriers, or laws] It captures in the mark: there were no limits, nor boundaries, nor compromised when we decided to open this new chapter. we didn’t care about the thoughts or expectations of others, and we simply done what we considered right: musically, visually and authentically.”
Partnership with Reigning Phoenix Music
To broaden their reach, Schattenmann has partnered with reigning Phoenix Music, a Hamburg and Los Angeles-based metal label. The label aims to help promising artists achieve lasting success through its network of partners and distributors.
“we are excited to take the next steps together with perception under the roof of Reigning Phoenix Music.”
– Frank Herzig,Schattenmann Frontman
Frank Herzig stated,”A new way,new music,a new label. We are excited to take the next steps together with perception under the roof of Reigning Phoenix Music. This moment does not represent only a musical restart, but also a great prospect for us to make our ideas and our vision with even more strength and clarity. We are really happy to have a strong team that shares our passion and support us in every aspect. We found partners who believe in us.”
The Team Perception commented: “The facts speak for themselves: in a short time, the Schattenmann They have reached the status of a band with which the European metal scene can no longer imagine. We are equally excited about collaborating with Frank and his bandmates, because we are sure that their unique approach is full of an infinite potential that should finally be directed to the right channels. We do not spend other words, we transform rhetoric into action. The Schattenmann I’m hear to conquer! “
More details on ‘Endgegner’ and pre-order information will be announced soon.
Lineup:
Frank Herzig | vocals
Jan Shook | guitars
Luke Shook | bass
rorschach | drums

Online:
schattenmann.band | Linktree | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok
bandsintown | YouTube | Spotify | Apple Music
Frequently Asked Questions
What is industrial metal?
Industrial metal is a subgenre that combines elements of industrial music with heavy metal, often featuring distorted sounds, synthesizers, and a dark atmosphere.
When did industrial metal emerge?
Industrial metal emerged in the late 1980s with bands like Ministry and Godflesh.
Who are some popular industrial metal bands?
Popular industrial metal bands include Nine Inch Nails, Rammstein, Ministry, and Godflesh.
