The USA-based cinematic metal/rock band Edge Of Paradise has announced its sixth studio album and Napalm Records debut, Prophecy, arriving on 7 March.
On Prophecy, Edge Of Paradise rages against the existential crisis of what is commonly known as "The Singularity", the prophesized moment in which humanity loses control of artificial intelligence, leading to potentially cataclysmic shifts to life as we know it. Band mastermind and enigmatic frontwoman Margarita Monet combats this grim prediction with her vulnerable, self-effacing lyricism, and striking artwork featured on the cover and accompanying earbook. Co-produced with Mike Plotnikoff (Nita Strauss, Apocalyptica, Daughtry, Three Days Grace), mixed and mastered by Jacob Hansen (Amaranthe, Arch Enemy, Katatonia, Delain, Evergrey), and incorporated for the first time, 8-string guitars, Prophecy packs extreme firepower for Edge Of Paradise's most intense voyage yet.
Alongside the album announcement, the band unleashed the melodically soaring "Death Note", a thunderous anthem built on big riffs and harmonious hooks, urging listeners to escape their technological confines and reconnect with humanity. The official music video, directed by Monet, features high-quality special effects and deeply immersive sets and costumes, transporting viewers into the band's rich narrative universe at the Edge Of Paradise.
Monet on the single: "'Death Note' is an intense battle for identity and connection, powered by soaring melodies and an aggressive sound. In a world where digital forces aim to seize control, and greed and conquest have dehumanized existence and stripped away individuality, two souls stand in defiance. Together, they fight to preserve the essence of being alive. Bound by loyalty, determination and human spirit, they risk everything to stand united against the rising tide of control to reclaim what it means to be truly human".
Always looking for new and innovative ways to engage with fans, Prophecy will release alongside the highly anticipated follow-up to the band's graphic novel Hologram and Slaves to Forever.
Shortly after the release, Edge Of Paradise will support Delain on its highly anticipated North American headline tour alongside fellow labelmates Xandria (the tour dates are below). Link
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"I think we longed for a band where we could be there from scratch and form everything the way we want." - Fabienne Erni
"The whole thing for us with the lore we have created is inspired by Greek Mythology and the stories of Atlantis." - Phil Primmer
"I can call our show an emotional exhibitionism. If you want to drink beer and cry, please come to our show, haha." - Nokt Aeon
"You can see it in social media, in the world, with the wars going on, and I think it's an appropriate title for an album." - Skinny Disco
