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Ascending to Infinity

Luca Turilli's Rhapsody · 2012

63 min · 10 tracks · symphonic metal

Orchestral grandeur meets aggressive riffs, creating a cinematic soundscape that is both epic and intricate.

Ascending to Infinity is an album by Luca Turilli's Rhapsody, released in 2012. Orchestral grandeur meets aggressive riffs, creating a cinematic soundscape that is both epic and intricate. 'Ascending to Infinity' debuted at number one on the Italian charts and received positive reviews for its ambitious orchestral compositions. It notably helped establish Luca Turilli's Rhapsody as a major force in symphonic metal, influencing subsequent bands within the genre to embrace theatrical elements in their music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Ascending to Infinity sound like?

Orchestral grandeur meets aggressive riffs, creating a cinematic soundscape that is both epic and intricate. Rooted in symphonic metal.

What makes Ascending to Infinity by Luca Turilli's Rhapsody notable?

'Ascending to Infinity' debuted at number one on the Italian charts and received positive reviews for its ambitious orchestral compositions. It notably helped establish Luca Turilli's Rhapsody as a major force in symphonic metal, influencing subsequent bands within the genre to embrace theatrical elements in their music. 'Ascending to Infinity' marks Luca Turilli's Rhapsody's first album after the split from the original Rhapsody band in 2011. This release represents a significant shift as it features Turilli's vision for symphonic metal, showcasing his compositional style with an emphasis on orchestration and storytelling. The album solidified the band's identity in a crowded genre, following their successful earlier works.

How many songs are on Ascending to Infinity?

Ascending to Infinity has 10 tracks, running approximately 63 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·63:28

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Quantum X 2:25
  • 2 Ascending to Infinity 6:15
  • 3 Dante's Inferno Standout 4:56
  • 4 Excalibur Standout 8:06
  • 5 Tormento e passione 4:51
  • 6 Dark Fate of Atlantis 6:29
  • 7 Luna 4:15
  • 8 Clash of the Titans 4:14
  • 9 Of Michael the Archangel and Lucifer's Fall Standout 16:02
  • 10 March of Time 5:49

Release Date

January 1, 2012

Genre

symphonic metal

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Artist Origin

Italy

Runtime

63 min 28 sec