Omega Alive
Epica · 2021
204 min · 30 tracks · symphonic metal
Ethereal orchestral arrangements entwine with heavy guitar riffs, creating a grand soundscape of symphonic metal.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks epic soundscapes for deep immersion headphone detail hunting moments
- Context
- Released on December 3, 2021, 'Omega Alive' is Epica's first live album since their 2018 release, 'The Holographic Principle.' At this point in their career, Epica had solidified their status as pioneers in the symphonic metal genre, showcasing both musical evolution and the deep connection they maintain with their dedicated fanbase through live performances.
- If you like
- symphonic metal
Omega Alive is an album by Epica, released in 2021. Ethereal orchestral arrangements entwine with heavy guitar riffs, creating a grand soundscape of symphonic metal. 'Omega Alive' received acclaim for its ambitious orchestration and vocal performance, debuting at number one on the Dutch Album Charts. It also marked a significant moment for live music during a pandemic-stricken period, reminding fans of the power of live performances and community in music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Omega Alive sound like?
Ethereal orchestral arrangements entwine with heavy guitar riffs, creating a grand soundscape of symphonic metal. Rooted in symphonic metal.
What makes Omega Alive by Epica notable?
'Omega Alive' received acclaim for its ambitious orchestration and vocal performance, debuting at number one on the Dutch Album Charts. It also marked a significant moment for live music during a pandemic-stricken period, reminding fans of the power of live performances and community in music. Released on December 3, 2021, 'Omega Alive' is Epica's first live album since their 2018 release, 'The Holographic Principle.' At this point in their career, Epica had solidified their status as pioneers in the symphonic metal genre, showcasing both musical evolution and the deep connection they maintain with their dedicated fanbase through live performances.
Who is Omega Alive for?
Omega Alive works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, epic soundscapes for deep immersion and headphone detail hunting moments.
How many songs are on Omega Alive?
Omega Alive has 30 tracks, running approximately 204 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Alpha: Anteludium 1:38
- 2 Abyss of Time: Countdown to Singularity Standout 5:20
- 3 The Skeleton Key 5:05
- 4 Unchain Utopia 4:47
- 5 The Obsessive Devotion 7:17
- 6 In All Conscience 5:07
- 7 Victims of Contingency 3:32
- 8 Kingdom of Heaven, Pt. 1: A New Age Dawns, Part V Standout 13:31
Disc 2
- 1 Kingdom of Heaven, Pt. 3: The Antediluvian Universe 13:23
- 2 Rivers (a capella) 4:32
- 3 Once Upon a Nightmare 7:11
- 4 Freedom: The Wolves Within 5:36
- 5 Cry for the Moon Standout 8:31
- 6 Beyond the Matrix 6:26
- 7 Omega: Sovereign of the Sun Spheres 7:00
Disc 3
- 1 Ωvertura: Alpha: Anteludium 1:37
- 2 Ωvertura: Abyss of Time: Countdown to Singularity 5:17
- 3 Ωvertura: The Skeleton Key 5:05
- 4 Ωvertura: Unchain Utopia 5:36
- 5 Magnituda: The Obsessive Devotion 7:14
- 6 Magnituda: In All Conscience 5:05
- 7 Magnituda: Victims of Contingency 3:52
- 8 Elysia: Kingdom of Heaven, Pt. 1: A New Age Dawns, Part V 13:36
- 9 Elysia: Kingdom of Heaven, Pt. 3: The Antediluvian Universe 14:02
- 10 Gravita: Rivers (a capella) 4:31
- 11 Gravita: Once Upon a Nightmare 7:52
- 12 Alpha ∞ Ωmega: Freedom: The Wolves Within 5:31
- 13 Alpha ∞ Ωmega: Cry for the Moon 8:32
- 14 Alpha ∞ Ωmega: Beyond the Matrix 6:27
- 15 Alpha ∞ Ωmega: Omega: Sovereign of the Sun Spheres 10:58
Release Date
December 3, 2021
Artist Origin
Netherlands
Runtime
204 min 24 sec
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