EMBRACE OF SOULS

track-list:
The Battle Of The Dead
Eversun
The Plague
The Gathering
Spine
Who Can Save Us
Betrayal
The Dark Lord
The War (feat. Morby)
Sacrifice
Desolate Lands

Embrace Of Souls are:
Giacomo Rossi – vocals
Martina Mazzeo – vocals
Edward De Rosa – guitars
Xavier Rota – bass
Davide Baldelli – keyboards
Michele Olmi – drums

discography:

Italian power metal outfit Embrace Of Souls are entering a bold new chapter with their upcoming concept album ‘The Battle Of The Dead‘, set for release on May 22nd, 2026 via Rockshots Records.
Founded by drummer and composer Michele Olmi, the band has steadily carved out its place within the European power metal landscape by combining the spirit of classic ’80s and ’90s heavy metal with epic storytelling and symphonic atmosphere.
What began as a studio project driven by collaboration and passion has evolved into a fully realised band with a growing identity of its own.
Following the internationally praised ‘The Number Of Destiny‘ and 2024’s ‘Forever Part Of Me‘, Embrace Of Souls now return with renewed energy, a refreshed line-up, and a sharper artistic vision.
Vocalist Giacomo Rossi steps into a central role, while soprano singer Martina Mazzeo adds a dramatic symphonic dimension to the band’s sound.
Together, their contrasting vocal styles create a striking balance between power and elegance, darkness and light.
A duality that lies at the very heart of Embrace Of Souls’ music.
Musically, ‘The Battle Of The Dead‘ draws heavily from the traditions of classic heavy and power metal while embracing cinematic arrangements and modern melodic depth.
Galloping rhythms, soaring choruses, powerful riffing, and orchestral flourishes all feed into an ambitious fantasy concept that unfolds across eleven tracks.
The album tells the story of kingdoms collapsing beneath a mysterious plague that corrupts the soul itself, eventually spiralling into a war between the living and the dead.
Themes of betrayal, sacrifice, hope, and survival run throughout the record, giving the album a strong narrative identity without sacrificing sheer metallic force.
The first single, ‘Wolves Of The Last Dawn‘, offers an early glimpse into the album’s world.
Built around razor-sharp riffs, driving rhythms, and commanding vocals, the track captures the urgency and tension that define the entire release.
Rather than relying on nostalgia alone, Embrace Of Souls channel the essence of classic metal into something contemporary, intense, and emotionally charged.
Behind the scenes, the band’s collaborative songwriting process remains central to their evolution.
Michele Olmi and guitarist Antton Iriart shape much of the musical framework, while the entire line-up contributes to arrangements, melodies, and lyrical development.
The result is a sound that feels both expansive and cohesive – rooted in the traditions of power metal, yet unafraid to explore darker moods and more refined dynamics than before.
Embrace Of Souls have already shared stages with renowned names such as Stratovarius, Sonata Arctica, Rhapsody Of Fire and Vision Divine, steadily building momentum within the international metal scene.
With ‘The Battle Of The Dead‘, the band appear ready to take another major step forward – delivering a record designed not simply as a collection of songs, but as a complete immersive journey through epic storytelling and uncompromising heavy metal energy.