Elysium
Stratovarius · 2011
77 min · 13 tracks · power metal
Epic melodies and soaring guitar harmonies intertwine with symphonic arrangements in a power metal odyssey.
Why this album works
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys gradual builds and payoffs
- Context
- Released on January 12, 2011, 'Elysium' marked Stratovarius's return after a brief hiatus and lineup changes, including the departure of longtime drummer Jörg Michael. This album is notable for being their first studio release since 2009's 'Polaris', showcasing a renewed creative energy and commitment to their signature sound.
- If you like
- power metal
Elysium is an album by Stratovarius, released in 2011. Epic melodies and soaring guitar harmonies intertwine with symphonic arrangements in a power metal odyssey. 'Elysium' debuted at number 24 on the Finnish Albums Chart, reflecting its strong reception in their home country. Additionally, the album received positive reviews from critics, cementing Stratovarius's place within the power metal genre and influencing subsequent bands aiming for melodic depth and complexity. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Elysium sound like?
Epic melodies and soaring guitar harmonies intertwine with symphonic arrangements in a power metal odyssey. Rooted in power metal.
What makes Elysium by Stratovarius notable?
'Elysium' debuted at number 24 on the Finnish Albums Chart, reflecting its strong reception in their home country. Additionally, the album received positive reviews from critics, cementing Stratovarius's place within the power metal genre and influencing subsequent bands aiming for melodic depth and complexity. Released on January 12, 2011, 'Elysium' marked Stratovarius's return after a brief hiatus and lineup changes, including the departure of longtime drummer Jörg Michael. This album is notable for being their first studio release since 2009's 'Polaris', showcasing a renewed creative energy and commitment to their signature sound.
Who is Elysium for?
Elysium works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and gradual builds and payoffs.
How many songs are on Elysium?
Elysium has 13 tracks, running approximately 77 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Darkest Hours Standout 4:11
- 2 Under Flaming Skies 3:52
- 3 Infernal Maze 5:33
- 4 Fairness Justified 4:21
- 5 The Game Never Ends 3:54
- 6 Lifetime in a Moment Standout 6:39
- 7 Move the Mountain 5:34
- 8 Event Horizon 4:24
- 9 Elysium Standout 18:07
- 10 Castaway 4:40
- 11 Darkest Hours (demo) 4:33
- 12 Against the Wind (live) 4:02
- 13 Black Diamond (live) 7:30
Release Date
January 12, 2011
Artist Origin
Finland
Runtime
77 min 20 sec
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