Embrace Of Souls deliver symphonic power metal concept The Battle Of The Dead: epic riffs, dual vocals, Rogue Studios mix. FFO Stratovarius,

Italian symphonic power metal act Embrace Of Souls return with their most focused and strategically positioned album to date. Founded by drummer and composer Michele Olmi, the band has evolved from a studio vision into a consolidated live entity, refining its identity across two internationally acclaimed releases. 'The Battle Of The Dead' represents a decisive step forward in artistic coherence and production standards. The album is an 11-track fantasy concept set in a medieval world ravaged by a mysterious plague that corrupts souls and triggers an epic war between the living and the dead. Power, betrayal, sacrifice and redemption shape a tightly structured 43-minute listening experience designed for strong front-to-back engagement while delivering immediate track impact and high replay value. Musically, the record stands firmly within the European symphonic power metal tradition: galloping rhythms, precise double-kick patterns, melodic twin guitars, layered keyboards and choral textures build a dynamic yet controlled sonic framework. The dual-vocal approach -Giacomo Rossi's commanding heavy metal delivery and Martina Mazzeo's operatic soprano - creates a distinctive identity with crossover appeal between traditional power metal and symphonic metal audiences. Mixed and mastered by Alessio Garavello at Rogue Studios (London), the album achieves international-level clarity, punch and separation, ensuring strong performance across streaming and physical formats. A guest appearance by Morby (Domine) further reinforces the band's connection to the classic Italian power metal lineage. Having shared stages with Domine, Vision Divine, Stratovarius, Sonata Arctica and Rhapsody of Fire, Embrace Of Souls are clearly positioned within the contemporary symphonic/power metal market.

For fans of: Rhapsody Of Fire, Stratovarius, Sonata Arctica, Nightwish.

Track Listing

• The Battle Of The Dead
• Eversun
• The Plague
• The Gathering
• Spine
• Who Can Save Us
• Betrayal
• The Dark Lord
• The War
• Sacrifice
• Desolate Lands

Additional Details

Label: Rockshots Records

Genre: Metal

Language: English

Run Time: 43:05 mins

Region: 0

Release Date: 05/22/26

UPC: 8051128623154