℗ 2022 Napalm Records Handels Gmbh
| Released | March 31, 2023 |
| Duration | 54m 12s |
| Record Label | Napalm Records Handels |
| Catalogue No. | NPR1194D |
| Genre | Metal (Other) |
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1.1
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Eternal Rains
Ad Infinitum |
3:54 | |||
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1.2
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Upside Down
Ad Infinitum |
3:15 | |||
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1.3
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Seth
Ad Infinitum |
3:44 | |||
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1.4
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From the Ashes
Ad Infinitum |
4:41 | |||
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1.5
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Somewhere Better
Ad Infinitum |
4:08 | |||
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1.6
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The Underworld
Ad Infinitum |
3:59 | |||
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1.7
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Ravenous
Ad Infinitum |
3:37 | |||
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1.8
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Under the Burning Skies
Ad Infinitum |
3:57 | |||
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1.9
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Architect of Paradise
Ad Infinitum |
3:33 | |||
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1.10
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The Serpent's Downfall
Ad Infinitum |
4:07 | |||
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1.11
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New Dawn
Ad Infinitum |
3:53 | |||
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1.12
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Legends (feat. Chrigel Glanzmann)
Ad Infinitum; Chrigel Glanzmann |
4:03 | |||
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1.13
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Upside Down (Instrumental)
Ad Infinitum |
3:15 | |||
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1.14
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Somewhere Better (Instrumental)
Ad Infinitum |
4:06 |
In 2023, rising modern symphonic metal outfit Ad Infinitum reenter the scene with their electrifying third studio album, Chapter III – Downfall, out via Napalm Records. Ad Infinitum's signature sound - consisting of punching, modern, even progressive riffs, addictive symphonic nuances, hooky choruses and Melissa Bonny's inimitably versatile vocal skills - has positioned them for unstoppable ascension in the metal world, and is now perfected with ease on Chapter III – Downfall. This next offering provides another wave of proof of the band’s breakout success, which the energizing four-piece - consisting of Melissa Bonny (vocals), Adrian Thessenvitz (guitars), Korbinian Benedict (bass) and Niklas Müller (drums) - garnered almost immediately, with millions of video views and streams worldwide since the release of their debut in 2020.
Chapter III – Downfall bewitches with an innovative sound full of soaring melodic splendor, juxtaposed against brooding, dark, even gothic heaviness. Exploring concepts of Ancient Egyptian history and mythology, Ad Infinitum melds a perfect balance of storytelling and technically sophisticated songwriting, spreading their wings in both areas of production and lyricism. Charging instrumentals, pounding drums, chunky, grooving riffs, mind-boggling solos and enchanting orchestrations build the band's unique world of sound as frontwoman-to-watch Melissa Bonny’s soul-stirring cleans and haunting growls put her incredible vocal range on display - dropping jaws with each line.
Produced by Ad Infinitum and Jacob Hansen at Hansen Studios, Chapter III – Downfall showcases that this up-and-coming quartet can effortlessly turn the genre upside down, gracing it with contemporary vibes without forgoing their signature metal origins, and thrilling all metal fans as they rise to the top!
44.1 kHz / 24-bit PCM – Napalm Records Handels Studio Masters
| Track title | Peak (dB FS) | RMS (dB FS) | LUFS (integrated) | DR | |
Album average Range of values | -1.17 -2.47 to -1.00 | -13.03 -13.90 to -11.94 | -10.45 -11.90 to -9.20 | 7 7 to 8 | |
| 1 | Eternal Rains | -1.00 | -11.94 | -9.2 | 7 |
| 2 | Upside Down | -1.00 | -12.47 | -10.0 | 7 |
| 3 | Seth | -1.00 | -13.03 | -10.2 | 7 |
| 4 | From the Ashes | -1.00 | -13.01 | -10.5 | 8 |
| 5 | Somewhere Better | -1.00 | -12.95 | -10.6 | 7 |
| 6 | The Underworld | -1.00 | -12.97 | -10.3 | 7 |
| 7 | Ravenous | -1.00 | -12.53 | -9.9 | 7 |
| 8 | Under the Burning Skies | -1.00 | -13.90 | -11.2 | 7 |
| 9 | Architect of Paradise | -1.00 | -12.18 | -9.4 | 7 |
| 10 | The Serpent's Downfall | -1.00 | -13.40 | -10.8 | 8 |
| 11 | New Dawn | -1.00 | -13.78 | -10.8 | 8 |
| 12 | Legends (feat. Chrigel Glanzmann) | -1.00 | -13.24 | -10.4 | 8 |
| 13 | Upside Down (Instrumental) | -1.95 | -13.19 | -11.1 | 7 |
| 14 | Somewhere Better (Instrumental) | -2.47 | -13.78 | -11.9 | 7 |