Glory for Salvation
Studio album by
Rhapsody of Fire
Released26 November 2021
Recorded2019–2021
StudioBunker Studio (Reggio Emilia)
Greenman Studio (Arnsberg)
GenreSymphonic power metal[1]
Length65:57
LabelAFM
ProducerAlex Staropoli
Rhapsody of Fire chronology
The Eighth Mountain
(2019)		 Glory for Salvation
(2021)
Singles from Glory for Salvation
  1. "I'll Be Your Hero"
    Released: 4 June 2021
  2. "Glory for Salvation"
    Released: 9 July 2021
  3. "Magic Signs"
    Released: 2 September 2021
  4. "Terial the Hawk"
    Released: 15 October 2021
  5. "Chains of Destiny"
    Released: 7 November 2021
  6. "Un'ode per l'eroe"
    Released: 17 December 2021

Glory for Salvation is the thirteenth studio album by Italian symphonic power metal band Rhapsody of Fire. It was released on 26 November 2021 via AFM Records.[2][3]

The album is the second chapter of The Nephilim's Empire Saga.[4][5] It is the first studio album to feature Paolo Marchesich on drums.[6]

Background

On April 6, 2020, Vocalist Giacomo Voli in an exclusive interview, had revealed that the band were working on the album. Voli said:

"This year we will record the new album and probably start already in the summer. At the end of the tour I will start working on the lyrics with Roby De Micheli because some songs are already in the pre-production phase so they can be released in the spring of next year. As for the development of the saga, we will continue to narrate the events of this strange protagonist who was able to get out of hell thanks to the Nephilim. There are many possible ways and we will see what will happen."[7]

The band later announced that the recording of the album had been completed on 24 September 2020, and were confirmed to be mixing the album with Sebastian "Seeb" Levermann in April 2021.[8][9] The first single off of the album, "I'll Be Your Hero" was released on 4 June 2021 as an EP.[10] The album's details and release date were later announced on 8 July 2021, along with the release of the second single and title song "Glory for Salvation".[11][12] The third single, "Magic Signs" was released on 2 September 2021.[13][14] The fourth single, "Terial the Hawk", was released on 15 October 2021.[15] The fifth single, "Chains of Destiny" was released on 7 November 2021, along with a music video.[16][17] The sixth single, "Un'ode per l'eroe" was released on 17 December 2021, along with a music video.[18]

Composition

Influences, style and themes

According to Staropoli, the song "Chains of Destiny" is "an epic, uplifting and intense song, characterized by catchy melodies, fast paced rhythm, great vocals and choirs".[17]

Concept

Following the events from The Eighth Mountain, Kreel, the fallen wizard, has sworn vengeance on his masters. He is the servant of Bezrael, son of Chezaquill, the father of all Nephilim. Bezrael resurrected Kreel from the Abyss of Pain to serve his will. ("Son of Vengeance") He remembers his previous life and laments the kingdom of ice he is now living. ("The Kingdom of Ice") Years previously, Kreel murdered Namecid, the holy man of the Diaphanous Cathedral. ("Glory for Salvation") Ever since, Terial, the hawk made of ice, has followed Kreel. ("Eternal Snow") Terial symbolizes hope and forgiveness for Kreel for his past transgressions as he seeks to find peace and serenity. ("Terial the Hawk")

He then meets the Maid of the Secret Sand, Vardagwen, and intends to murder her. But instead, he falls in love with her and tells her to stay hidden to escape the wrath of Bezrael. ("Maid of the Secret Sand") Upon learning this Bezrael again imprisons him in the Abyss of Pain and brands him as a traitor. Upon accepting his fate, he emplores the Guardians of the Sky to watch over the maid of the secret sand since he knows his master will not set him free. ("Abyss of Pain II")

Feeling overwhelming guilt at what he has done, Kreel once again asks Terial the Hawk for forgiveness as he learns Vardagwen was killed by his master. He then swears revenge for all he has seen. ("Infinitae Gloriae") Still struggling with guilt and the desire for forgiveness for his transgressions, he prays for the mystic rain to wipe away his tears. ("Magic Signs") Kreel vows to change his life and be the hero Vardagwen would have wanted him to be. ("I'll Be Your Hero") Finally, he decides to break the chains of his destiny and turn against his Lord Bezrael in the name of Vardagwen and the prophet Namecid, whom he murdered. ("Chains of Destiny")

Track listing

All lyrics are written by Giacomo Voli; all music is composed by Alex Staropoli, Giacomo Voli and Roberto de Micheli

No.TitleLength
1."Son of Vengeance"5:46
2."The Kingdom of Ice"4:25
3."Glory for Salvation"5:04
4."Eternal Snow"1:33
5."Terial the Hawk"4:49
6."Maid of the Secret Sand"5:07
7."Abyss of Pain II"10:44
8."Infinitae Gloriae" ("Infinite Glory")4:31
9."Magic Signs"4:52
10."I'll Be Your Hero"5:29
11."Chains of Destiny"3:55
Total length:56:15
Bonus tracks
No.TitleLength
12."Un'ode per l'eroe" ("An Ode to the Hero")4:51
13."La Esencia de un Rey" ("The Essence of a King")4:51
Total length:65:57
Japanese bonus track
No.TitleLength
14."Sadame No Kusari" ("Chains of Destiny")3:55
Total length:69:52

Personnel

Credits for Glory for Salvation adapted from liner notes.[19]

Charts

Chart (2021) Peak
position
German Albums (Offizielle Top 100)[20] 89
Swiss Albums (Schweizer Hitparade)[21] 31

References

  1. ↑ Laliberté, Sophie. "Review: Rhapsody of Fire "Glory for Salvation" [AFM Records]". Antichrist Magazine. Retrieved 26 February 2022.
  2. ↑ "Rhapsody Of Fire Reveals New Album Details". Metal Underground. 12 July 2021. Retrieved 14 July 2021.
  3. ↑ "RHAPSODY OF FIRE To Release Glory For Salvation Album In October; Title Track Lyric Video Streaming". Brave Words & Bloody Knuckles. 9 July 2021. Retrieved 14 July 2021.
  4. ↑ Peters, Kris (19 November 2021). "Rhapsody Of Fire Bask In Glory Of New Album". Heavy Magazine. Retrieved 25 November 2021.
  5. ↑ "RHAPSODY OF FIRE Reveals Album Details + Premieres Brand New Song "Glory For Salvation"!". Rhapsody of Fire. 9 July 2021. Retrieved 27 July 2021.
  6. ↑ "RHAPSODY OF FIRE: il nuovo batterista". metalitalia.com. July 14, 2020. Retrieved 27 July 2021.
  7. ↑ "RHAPSODY OF FIRE - Registrazioni del nuovo album entro il 2020". Loud and Proud. 6 April 2020. Retrieved 27 July 2021.
  8. ↑ "RHAPSODY OF FIRE: terminate le registrazioni del nuovo album". metalitalia.com. 24 September 2020. Retrieved 27 July 2021.
  9. ↑ "RHAPSODY OF FIRE: quasi pronto il nuovo album". MetalItalia (in Italian). Retrieved 15 April 2021.
  10. ↑ "RHAPSODY OF FIRE: "I'll Be Your Hero"-EP für Juni angekündigt". Rock Hard. 23 April 2021. Retrieved 14 July 2021.
  11. ↑ "Rhapsody Of Fire - Detail Next Full Length 'Glory For Salvation'". Metal Storm. 8 July 2021. Retrieved 14 July 2021.
  12. ↑ "RHAPSODY OF FIRE Release Title Track From New Album". HEAVY Magazine. 13 July 2021. Retrieved 14 July 2021.
  13. ↑ "RHAPSODY OF FIRE、ニュー・アルバム『Glory For Salvation』より新曲「Magic Signs」音源公開！". 激ロックニュース (in Japanese). 6 September 2021. Retrieved 6 September 2021.
  14. ↑ "RHAPSODY OF FIRE RELEASE NEW SINGLE "MAGIC SIGNS"". Brave Words & Bloody Knuckles. Retrieved 10 September 2021.
  15. ↑ "TERIAL THE HAWK: 'Terial The Hawk'-Single vom "Glory For Salvation"-Album veröffentlicht". Rock Hard. 15 October 2021. Retrieved 15 October 2021.
  16. ↑ "RHAPSODY OF FIRE - Ascolta il nuovo brano 'Chains Of Destiny'". Loud and Proud (in Italian). 7 November 2021. Retrieved 8 November 2021.
  17. 1 2 "RHAPSODY OF FIRE Release New Single / Video "Chains Of Destiny"". Brave Words & Bloody Knuckles. 12 November 2021. Retrieved 12 November 2021.
  18. ↑ "RHAPSODY OF FIRE Share Music Video For New Single "Un'Ode Per L'Eroe"". Brave Words & Bloody Knuckles. 17 December 2021. Retrieved 11 January 2022.
  19. ↑ (2021). "Glory for Salvation liner notes". In Glory for Salvation [CD booklet]. AFM.
  20. ↑ "Offiziellecharts.de – Rhapsody of Fire – Glory for Salvation" (in German). GfK Entertainment Charts. Retrieved 14 December 2021.
  21. ↑ "Swisscharts.com – Rhapsody of Fire – Glory for Salvation". Hung Medien. Retrieved 14 December 2021.
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