Just ahead of their European co-headlining run with labelmates Warkings, the symphonic metal crew Visions Of Atlantis has revealed plans for a new release. Their upcoming album, Armada – An Orchestral Voyage, reimagines their successful 2024 record Pirates II – Armada, which climbed into the Top 5 charts in both Germany and Austria. This new interpretation highlights the depth of the original material by stripping it down and rebuilding it with an entirely fresh instrumental arrangement.
The album’s purpose is to give listeners another way to experience the band’s world, offering a soundtrack suited for reading, gaming, or simply getting lost in orchestral textures. Alongside the announcement, the group has unveiled a new version of “Ashes To The Sea”, described as a haunting and emotionally rich take on the original ballad.
Visions Of Atlantis vocalist Clémentine Delauney shares her thoughts on the project. She says:
“We are delighted to present another immersive work with Armada – An Orchestral Voyage. This very first track, “Ashes To The Sea”, is very dear to me because of the original message it carries. In this version, the words fall silent, leaving space for emotions and vibrations to envelop the listener, who is then free to imagine and feel along with the strings and the beautiful orchestral arrangements.”
Delauney also elaborates on the intention behind Armada – An Orchestral Voyage, explaining:
“With this new instrumental record, we truly wanted to enhance the core of Visions Of Atlantis‘s sound: symphonic music. When we released A Pirate Symphony, the feedback from our fans was enthusiastic. With An Orchestral Voyage, we didn’t limit ourselves to repeating a winning formula — we aimed to go even further and offer the epitome of a symphonic piece. Still rooted in an orchestral instrumental approach, all the lead melodies have been passionately and skillfully performed by real instruments such as violins, flutes, and even a duduk! This album turns our latest studio release Armada into the most epic journey — the ultimate symphonic soundtrack to any adventure. To be enjoyed on its own, or alongside your favorite book, outdoor hikes, or game nights!”
Across Armada – An Orchestral Voyage, the vocal lines from Pirates II – Armada are reinterpreted with a wide palette of orchestral sounds. The album features atmospheric flutes performed by Sandro Friedrich, striking violin parts by Fabio Polo of Elvenking, and unique textures from traditional instruments like the duduk. These elements create shifting soundscapes that evoke the rise and fall of cinematic ocean waves.
The tracklist guides listeners through a 12-song journey, beginning with the powerful opener “To Those Who Choose to Fight”, moving through standout moments like the new rendition of “Ashes To The Sea”, and concluding with the reflective finale “Where The Sky And Ocean Blend”.
The album was produced, mixed, and mastered by Visions Of Atlantis vocalist Michele Guaitoli. Visual artist Peter Sallai created the cover artwork, which mirrors the album’s expansive and cinematic tone.
Multiple editions of Armada – An Orchestral Voyage will be offered, including special bundles featuring a Visions Of Atlantis tabletop adventure game, D20 dice, a game manual created for Aureus Aestus by Wyrd Edizioni, and A5 character artwork illustrated by Mirco Paganessi.
