Ascension
Paradise Lost · 2025
60 min · 12 tracks · doom metal · gothic metal · death-doom
A haunting blend of gothic melodies and crushing doom metal, evoking a visceral emotional landscape.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady pacing with emotional peaks haunting melodies for introspection visceral atmosphere for deep listening
- Context
- Released on September 19, 2025, 'Ascension' marks Paradise Lost's return to form following their experimental phase in the early 2020s. This album showcases a revitalized focus on their death-doom roots after previous explorations into electronic elements, positioning them firmly back within the metal scene.
- If you like
- doom metal, gothic metal, death-doom
Ascension is an album by Paradise Lost, released in 2025. A haunting blend of gothic melodies and crushing doom metal, evoking a visceral emotional landscape. 'Ascension' has been noted for its critical reception, earning praise from outlets like Metal Hammer for its depth and atmosphere. The album's lead single quickly climbed the charts, signaling a resurgence in interest in the band and influencing contemporary doom metal artists seeking to blend melodic elements with heavier sounds. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Ascension sound like?
A haunting blend of gothic melodies and crushing doom metal, evoking a visceral emotional landscape. Rooted in doom metal and gothic metal.
What makes Ascension by Paradise Lost notable?
'Ascension' has been noted for its critical reception, earning praise from outlets like Metal Hammer for its depth and atmosphere. The album's lead single quickly climbed the charts, signaling a resurgence in interest in the band and influencing contemporary doom metal artists seeking to blend melodic elements with heavier sounds. Released on September 19, 2025, 'Ascension' marks Paradise Lost's return to form following their experimental phase in the early 2020s. This album showcases a revitalized focus on their death-doom roots after previous explorations into electronic elements, positioning them firmly back within the metal scene.
Who is Ascension for?
Ascension works well if you're into steady pacing with emotional peaks, haunting melodies for introspection and visceral atmosphere for deep listening.
How many songs are on Ascension?
Ascension has 12 tracks, running approximately 60 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Serpent on the Cross Standout 6:13
- 2 Tyrants Serenade 4:21
- 3 Salvation Standout 7:07
- 4 Silence Like the Grave Standout 4:47
- 5 Lay a Wreath Upon the World 4:51
- 6 Diluvium 5:48
- 7 Savage Days 3:54
- 8 Sirens 4:46
- 9 Deceivers 3:37
- 10 The Precipice 5:42
- 11 This Stark Town 5:38
- 12 A Life Unknown 4:10
Release Date
September 19, 2025
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
60 min 59 sec
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