CD1-1: Luminance and Abyss (03:07) CD1-2: My Prima Nox (05:40) CD1-3: The Vessel (05:58) CD1-4: The Empire of Black Death (05:10) CD1-5: Unending (05:14) CD1-6: Ministers of Light (05:19) CD1-7: Proximity (03:52) CD1-8: Soulbound Symphony (06:11) CD1-9: My Blood and Blade (03:43) CD1-10: Mystic Echoes (06:01) CD1-11: Under the Shadow (05:17) CD1-12: Sea of Solitude (03:53) CD1-13: Artifex (03:28) CD2-1: Luminance and Abyss (Instrumental) (03:07) CD2-2: My Prima Nox (Instrumental) (05:40) CD2-3: The Vessel (Instrumental) (05:58) CD2-4: The Empire of Black Death (Instrumental) (05:10) CD2-5: Unending (Instrumental) (05:14) CD2-6: Ministers of Light (Instrumental) (05:19) CD2-7: Proximity (Instrumental) (03:52) CD2-8: Soulbound Symphony (Instrumental) (06:11) CD2-9: My Blood and Blade (Instrumental) (03:43) CD2-10: Mystic Echoes (Instrumental) (06:01) CD2-11: Under the Shadow (Instrumental) (05:17) CD2-12: Sea of Solitude (Instrumental) (03:53) CD2-13: Artifex (Instrumental) (03:28)
Number of discs:
2
Description:
Die italienische Band ANCIENT BARDS setzt mit ihrem fünften und außergewöhnlichen Album "Artifex" auch 2025 auf technisch ausgereifte Klasse. Sechs Jahre sind seit dem vierten Album "Origine" vergangen. Jahre, die es gebraucht hat, in denen ein brillantes Meisterstück gereift ist. "Artifex" ist ein buntes, kraftvolles, lebendiges, monumentales Jubelfest des orchestralen Epic Metal. Grandiose Melodiebögen, exzellente Arrangements und die technisch hochklassige Instrumentierung werden gekrönt von
"Artifex" is the third studio album by Italian symphonic power metal band Ancient Bards, released in CD format by Limb Music. This ambitious record continues the band's epic saga with powerful orchestral arrangements, soaring vocals, and intricate storytelling that has become their trademark. The album showcases a blend of cinematic soundscapes and fast-paced metal riffs, taking listeners on an immersive journey through fantasy worlds. Notable tracks like "In My Arms," "A Greater Purpose," and "The Last Resort" highlight the band's technical prowess and emotional depth.
Ancient Bards was formed in 2006 and quickly gained recognition for their grandiose compositions inspired by classic fantasy tales. Their debut album "The Alliance of the Kings" set a new standard for narrative-driven metal albums, while subsequent releases have solidified their reputation within the genre's international scene.
Limb Music is renowned for supporting high-quality melodic rock and heavy metal acts from around the world. With decades of experience in discovering exceptional talent, they have played a pivotal role in bringing innovative artists to global audiences.