“Desolate Lands” delivers powerful symphonic power metal with fast, militant rhythms, massive orchestral arrangements and epic melodies rooted in the classic ’80s and ’90s tradition. The track blends dark atmospheres with cinematic tension, featuring the commanding vocals of Giacomo Rossi and the operatic soprano of Martina Mazzeo.

The song is taken from the fantasy concept album “The Battle Of The Dead”, a story set in a world devastated by a mysterious plague that corrupts the soul, leading to a final clash between the living and the dead. The album explores themes of power, betrayal, sacrifice and hope.
Mixed and mastered by Alessio Garavello at Rogue Studios, London.

FFO: Rhapsody Of Fire, Stratovarius, Sonata Arctica, Nightwish

Founded by Michele Olmi, Embrace Of Souls evolved from a studio project into a full band, bringing together musicians from the Italian metal scene. The album also features a special guest appearance by Morby (Domine).

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FFO: Rhapsody Of Fire, Stratovarius, Sonata Arctica, Nightwish

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LYRICS:

Desolate lands are all that remains
All that you see is the price to be paid
The King of Eversun sacrificed himself
For us, for our children, but we mourn the dead

When the shadows came out from their lair
With a shine a lightning flashed up there
All illusions vanished from our way
When the Sun swept the Evil away

They’ll never come again
The souls we lost when
The fire of hell
Was burning on desolate lands
A Black Sun is shining out there
Reminding us that
It’s the end of the Battle of the Dead

At what cost for all our folks
Our fathers and women gone
Delusion mixed with mourning pain
For the people killed in vain

They’ll never come again
The souls we lost when
The fire of hell
Was burning on desolate lands
A Black Sun is shining out there
Reminding us that
Our King will never come back

Hail to the King who gave his life

King of Spine is dead!
Now we are at peace

We will never forget how we came out of darkness
This war will leave us deep scars
Let’s hold each other tight and glad to be alive
Our brothers live in our minds

But they’ll never come again
The souls we lost when
The fire of hell
Was burning on desolate lands
A Black Sun is shining out there
Reminding us that
It’s the end of the Battle of the Dead

Line-up
Giacomo Rossi – Vocals
Martina Mazzeo – Vocals
Edward De Rosa – Guitars
Xavier Rota – Bass
Davide Baldelli – Keyboards
Michele Olmi – Drums

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“Eclissi” marks a defining moment in the band’s artistic journey. Rooted in Aexylium’s unmistakable fusion of modern metal intensity and traditional folk instrumentation, the track is the first song in the band’s career written entirely in Italian, a deliberate choice that deepens its emotional impact and lyrical connection.

Layered choirs, wide melodic lines and refined orchestration blend with heavier guitars and a more mature songwriting approach, while violin and flute reinforce the band’s signature folk identity. The result is one of the most evocative and powerful tracks on the album — built to connect instantly with the crowd and come alive on stage.

The album was recorded, mixed and mastered at Twilight Studio by Davide Tavecchia, delivering a production that balances metallic weight with rich instrumental textures.

This lyric video was produced by Andrea Mantelli Productions and includes live footage filmed during the band’s performance at Dong Open Air 2024, capturing the raw energy and audience connection that define Aexylium’s live shows.

“Myth of Mankind” represents the band’s most mature and personal chapter to date, pushing beyond genre boundaries while staying true to their roots.

Folk spirit. Metal power. One eclipse.

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