KAMELOT · The Awakening | DIGIPAK CD

Digipak CD in slipcase with 28 page booklet.

Background information about 'The Awakening'

Kamelot returns with their thirteenth studio offering, and what a magnificent return it is! "The Awakening" showcases the American symphonic power metal titans at their absolute peak, weaving together orchestral grandeur with crushing metal precision. From the haunting "Overture" that opens this sonic journey to the ethereal "Ephemera" that closes it, every moment feels deliberately crafted and emotionally charged. Tommy Karevik's soaring vocals have never sounded more commanding, while Thomas Youngblood's guitar work dances between delicate melodies and thunderous riffs with masterful precision.

The album's true genius lies in its collaborations and atmospheric depth. Tina Guo's cello work on "Opus of the Night" and "Midsummer's Eve" adds layers of haunting beauty that will send shivers down your spine, while Melissa Bonny's guest appearance on "New Babylon" creates one of the year's most powerful duets. Tracks like "The Great Divide" and "Bloodmoon" demonstrate the band's ability to balance crushing heaviness with their signature melodic sophistication. This isn't just another power metal album – it's a cinematic experience that proves Kamelot remains unmatched in their ability to create music that's both emotionally devastating and utterly triumphant.

For fans of:
Symphony X, Nightwish, Epica, Evergrey, Blind Guardian

Track listing

1. Overture (Intro)
2. The Great Divide
3. Eventide
4. One More Flag in the Ground
5. Opus of the Night (Ghost Requiem) feat. Tina Guo
6. Midsummer's Eve feat. Tina Guo
7. Bloodmoon
8. NightSky
9. The Looking Glass
10. New Babylon feat. Melissa Bonny
11. Willow
12. My Pantheon (Forevermore)
13. Ephemera (Outro)

Manufacturer: Napalm Records Handels GmbH, Hammerplatz 2, 8790 Eisenerz, Austria , Contact: napalmrecords.com