Rising modern symphonic metal stars, Ad Infinitum, are breaking in with their mesmerizing new single, “Seth”, exceeding all expectations and heating up the excitement for their electrifying new studio album, “Chapter III – Downfall”, out March 31 via Napalm Records, once more.
The new hit “Seth” creates a heavy presence with distorted guitars crushing a groovy riff, charging into a captivating chorus with Melissa Bonny at lead singing a beautifully triumphant melody. This song’s resounding modern sound and eerie ambience will have new fans turning heads, all emphasized by an accompanying bombastic music video. “Seth” is now available on all streaming services worldwide.
Says the band: “Today we unveil one more piece of our upcoming album “Chapter III – Downfall”. A song about Seth, the god of chaos and destruction, about jealousy, ambition, betrayal, treason and illusions. And eventually about justice and resolution. All this served with heavy riffs and a beautiful video by Vincent De Fallois. Enjoy!”
Pre-orders for “Chapter III – Downfall” are available HERE.
Game-changing new album, “Chapter III – Downfall,” bewitches with an innovative sound full of soaring melodic splendor juxtaposed against brooding, dark and even gothic heaviness. Exploring concepts of Ancient Egyptian history and mythology, Ad Infinitum melds a perfect balance of storytelling and technically sophisticated songwriting, spreading their wings in both areas of production and lyricism. Charging instrumentals, pounding drums, chunky, grooving riffs, mind-boggling solos and enchanting orchestrations build the band’s unique world of sound as frontwoman-to-watch Melissa Bonny’s soul-stirring cleans and haunting growls put her incredible vocal range on display – dropping jaws with each line.
Produced by Ad Infinitum and Jacob Hansen at Hansen Studios, “Chapter III – Downfall” showcases that this up-and-coming quartet can effortlessly turn the genre upside down, gracing it with contemporary vibes without forgoing their signature metal origins, and thrilling all metal fans as they rise to the top.
Ad Infinitum add: “The word is out, Chapter III – Downfall is on its way! For this album, we explored stories and legends of Ancient Egypt with, as star character and main inspiration, Cleopatra. We added some extra dimension and sounds to our signature Ad Infinitum sound to create an extra dimension, transporting the listener to mystical landscapes of another era. We are beyond excited to start to unveil this new record!”
“Chapter III – Downfall” Album Artwork
Opening track “Eternal Rains” immediately catches your breath with a captivating chorus, followed by electric “Upside Down” – defying all rules by combining epic melodies and demonic growls with finesse. “Seth” convinces with a resounding modern sound and eerie ambience that’ll have new fans turning heads, whereas “From The Ashes” impresses with reminiscence of artists like Meshuggah, proving that Ad Infinitum never fails to deliver surprises. “Somewhere Better” creates a perfect symbiosis of vicious vocals and ethereal soundscapes, carrying the listener far away with its wide range of infallible instrumentals. “Under The Burning Skies” directs its haunting vocals towards the horizon, unfolding into an intense mid-tempo ballad shortly after. As a special treat, Ad Infinitum welcomes Chrigel Glanzmann of Eluveitie, who provides his voice for the atmospheric monologue introduction on “Legends”, paving the way for a touch of Middle Eastern-inspired djent flavor.
“Chapter III – Downfall” Tracklist:
1.Eternal Rains
2.Upside Down
3.Seth
4.From The Ashes
5.Somewhere Better
6.The Underworld
7.Ravenous
8.Under The Burning Skies
9.Architect Of Paradise
10.The Serpent’s Downfall
11.New Dawn
12.Legends (Featuring Chrigel Glanzmann)
“Chapter III – Downfall” will be available in the following formats:
- 1 CD Digipak
- CD Digipak + Shirt Bundle
- 1 LP Gatefold CURACAO – limited to 300 copies worldwide
- 1 LP Gatefold Black
- Digital Album
