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1. Hi guys, welcome to VENTS! How have you been?
First of all, thank you for having us! It’s a pleasure to be here.
We’ve been quite busy over the past year, both on and off stage. Nocturnal Eternity has been growing steadily, and we’ve had some incredible experiences performing in different European countries, meeting amazing people, and sharing our music with new audiences.
Of course, being an independent band comes with its challenges, but we are passionate about what we do. For us, music is more than entertainment. It’s a way of expressing emotions, telling stories, and connecting with people.
2. What can you tell us about the title and meaning behind your most recent release?
Our latest album, Eternity, is much more than a collection of songs. It’s a concept album that tells the story of life through the symbolic journey of a dragon.
The dragon represents the human spirit, and its journey reflects the different stages of our existence: birth, discovering love, experiencing betrayal, facing loss, struggling with inner darkness, and eventually finding the strength to overcome life’s challenges.
The title Eternity represents the idea that our experiences, emotions, and the impact we leave behind can live beyond our physical existence.
The main message of the album is simple but powerful: never give up, regardless of how difficult life becomes. Every struggle teaches us something, and every ending can also represent a new beginning.
3. How was the recording and writing process?
As the founder, main composer, and guitarist of Nocturnal Eternity, I write the music and develop the concepts behind our songs.
My songwriting process usually begins with an emotion, a story, or sometimes just a guitar melody. From there, I gradually build the arrangement, combining heavy guitar riffs with orchestral elements, atmospheric keyboards, and cinematic passages.
One of the most important aspects of our sound is the contrast between powerful metal instrumentation, female soprano vocals, and aggressive growls.
For Eternity, we also had the opportunity to collaborate with some talented international musicians, including drummer Hugo Ribeiro, keyboardist Ariel Perchuck, and growl vocalist Mattia Brignoli.
The album was mixed and mastered at Denevér Hangstúdió in Hungary.
It was a demanding process, but hearing all those musical elements come together into one complete story was incredibly rewarding.
4. Where did you guys find the inspiration for the song and lyrics?
Most of my inspiration comes from life itself.
I believe that every person carries stories of love, disappointment, hope, fear, and personal struggles. These experiences are universal, even though we all live through them differently.
I try to transform these emotions into music and lyrics that people can relate to.
Sometimes the inspiration comes from something I’ve personally experienced, while other times it comes from observing the world around me or imagining a particular situation.
I am also strongly influenced by cinematic storytelling and the emotional power of orchestral music.
For me, a song should not simply sound good. It should communicate something meaningful and make the listener feel something.
5. Will you be hitting the road this year?
Absolutely! 2026 has already been an exciting year for Nocturnal Eternity.
We’ve had the opportunity to perform in several European countries, including Italy, Bulgaria, and Romania.
One of the highlights was supporting Anette Olzon during her concerts in Rome and Milan in August. Those performances were important milestones for us and gave us the opportunity to introduce our music to a wider international audience.
We’ve also performed at various festivals and events, gaining valuable experience and building connections along the way.
We’re now focusing on expanding our international presence and exploring new opportunities for 2027, particularly across Western Europe.
Our goal is to reach as many people as possible and bring the full Nocturnal Eternity experience to audiences who haven’t discovered us yet.
6. What else is happening next in your world?
The biggest news is that we’re working on our next studio album, which is planned for release in 2027.
We want to take everything we’ve learned from Eternity and push our musical identity even further.
The new material will continue to explore the combination of symphonic arrangements, powerful guitar work, cinematic atmospheres, and emotional storytelling that defines Nocturnal Eternity.
At the same time, we’re working on strengthening the band’s international presence, building new professional relationships, and preparing for future live performances.
Our journey has never been about achieving overnight success. It’s about creating music that means something, growing step by step, and staying true to our artistic vision.
I believe the best chapters of Nocturnal Eternity are still ahead of us.
Thank you to VENTS Magazine for giving us the opportunity to share our story, and a huge thank you to everyone who supports our music.
The journey continues. Echoes Beyond Time.
Mihály Manache
Founder, Composer & Guitarist
NOCTURNAL ETERNITY
Symphonic Metal from Romania
