“Symphony of War” is the new release by Orion’s Reign.
On this new work, the band, having already released the full length symphonic epic album “Scores of War”, emphasizes on the symphonic elements of its music and offers symphonic versions of songs from its latest album. Tim Ripper Owens and Mark Boals are guest vocalists. In addition, a folk version of song “Nostos” and a symphonic metal cover of “Elan” (Nightwish) are included.
Tracklist:
1) Freedom is not Negotiable
Orchestra arrangements: Kirk Gazouleas
Voice: Dan Vasc
2) Together We March
Orchestra arrangements: Kirk Gazouleas
Voice: Dan Vasc and Tim Ripper Owens
3) The Gravewalker
Orchestra arrangements: Kirk Gazouleas
Voice: Dan Vasc
4) Last Stand
Orchestra arrangements: Kirk Gazouleas
Voice: Dan Vasc and Mark Boals
5) Ride to War
Orchestra arrangements: Kirk Gazouleas
Voice: Dan Vasc
6) Nostos
Flute, Zurna, Duduk, Reed Organ: Kirk Gazouleas
Guitars: Michael Batistatos and George Thanasoglou
Percussions: Noel Kardaris
Voice: Aubrey
7) Elan
Orchestra arrangements: Kirk Gazouleas
Voice: Dan Vasc
Guitars: Michael Batistatos and George Thanasoglou
Drums: Noel Kardaris
Recorded by Orion’s Reign
Mixed/mastered by Linus Corneliusson
Studio: Fascination Street Studios (Sweden)
For Elan: Recorded/mixed/mastered by Orion’s Reign at Soundflakes studios (Greece) and Remastered by Linus Corneliusson at Fascination Street Studios
Cover Artwork created by Stan W. Decker