Paradise Lost - Ascension 2 LP

Ascension is the fifteenth studio album from British gothic metal pioneers Paradise Lost, showcasing a powerful blend of heavy riffs, atmospheric textures, and melodic songwriting. Released at a stage when the band had fully embraced a modern metal sound, the album balances crushing guitar work with brooding, cinematic arrangements, highlighting the band’s mastery of dark and emotive metal.

Tracks such as “Darker Thoughts,” “Fall from Grace,” and the title track “Ascension” demonstrate the band’s signature combination of aggressive rhythms, soaring melodies, and rich, layered instrumentation. Nick Holmes’s commanding vocals drive the emotional intensity, supported by Greg Mackintosh’s intricate guitar work, atmospheric keyboards, and the tight rhythm section that underpins the band’s sound.

Pressed as a 2 LP set, this edition delivers full dynamic range and depth, capturing the album’s nuanced production and heavy impact. Ascension stands as a modern landmark in Paradise Lost’s storied career, offering fans a compelling, immersive, and powerful listening experience that cements the band’s enduring influence on gothic and melodic metal.

1. Serpent On The Cross
2. Tyrants Serenade
3. Salvation
4. Silence Like The Grave
5. Lay A Wreath Upon The World
6. Diluvium
7. Savage Days
8. Sirens
9. Deceivers
10. The Precipice