TESSERACT: THE NEW ALBUM IS NIGH (AND IT'S FAB!)

TesseracT will release their new album Polaris, on September 18.

This third opus by the prog-metallers will be an evolution from  album number two, Altered State, and also sees a return to the ranks of singer Dan Tompkins.

Fans can get set for a disc boasting 'more experimentation with tones and sounds and a deeper exploration into the core attributes that define TesseracT's trademark sounds.'

Polaris is being issued by the band's new label Kscope.

In October the TesseracT will head Down Under for dates in Australia, and before Christmas will also complete a five week tour Stateside.

TesseracT has also announced an extensive European road trek for February, which features nine dates on home soil.

"Touring Europe is always so much fun for us, as we love to experience all the different cultures and curiosities; and within Europe there are so many," said bassist Amos Williams.

"We've been lucky enough to have been on some great EU tours recently...we really feel like we have stepped up a gear, some of these venues are fantastic.

"Now after traversing the globe, to return home to headline these wonderful venues...will be very special to us indeed."

TesseracT will be supported by The Contortionist at the shows, and tickets are on sale now.  Visit www.tesseractband.co.uk