"Medusa" is the fifteenth studio album by British gothic metal pioneers Paradise Lost, released in 2017 on CD format by Nuclear Blast. This powerful record marks a return to the band's doom-laden roots, blending heavy riffs with atmospheric melodies and Nick Holmes' distinctive vocals. "Medusa" has been praised for its dark intensity and emotional depth, standing out as one of Paradise Lost's most compelling works in recent years. The band, formed in Halifax in 1988, are widely regarded as trailblazers of gothic metal and have influenced countless artists worldwide with landmark albums such as "Draconian Times," "Icon," and "Gothic." Over their career spanning more than three decades, they have consistently pushed genre boundaries while maintaining a loyal global fanbase.
Nuclear Blast is one of the world's leading independent heavy music labels, renowned for supporting innovative acts across genres like metal, rock, and alternative. With an impressive roster that includes legendary bands such as Nightwish, Slayer (Europe), Sabaton, and Epica alongside Paradise Lost themselves, Nuclear Blast continues to shape the future of heavy music through quality releases and passionate artist support.