Third Realm is an innovative Dark Wave / EBM / Electro-Industrial project conceptualized by the visionary Nathan Reiner from Buffalo, New York. Since its inception in 1999, Third Realm has transcended conventional genre boundaries, skillfully merging a diverse array of alternative elements to create a distinctive and immersive auditory experience. The project quickly garnered acclaim through notable club and radio airplay, subsequently securing placements in various independent films.
With an extensive discography that includes over 28 compilation appearances and 15 full-length studio albums, Reiner has built a distinguished legacy marked by unwavering consistency within the underground music scene. Third Realm’s avant-garde approach and genre-defying sound have cemented its reputation as a prominent live act. The project has performed at esteemed festivals such as Convergence XVIII, Dark Force Fest 2023 + 2024 (Main Stage), Wilmington Goth Fest III and The Undead of Winter. Additionally, Third Realm has served as direct live support and/or shared the stage with celebrated acts such as 3Teeth, Hanzel und Gretyl, Priest, Empathy Test, and Aesthetic Perfection, among others.
