Embrace Of Souls unleashes a new live video for ‘The Plague’

Italian epic/power metal band EMBRACE OF SOULS returns with a new official live video for “The Plague”, taken from their latest album “The Battle Of The Dead”, released on May 22nd, 2026, via Rockshots Records.

​Filmed and edited by: Simone “Morksar” D’Addazio

As the third track on the album, “The Plague” plays a central role in the story behind “The Battle Of The Dead”. Set in a medieval world divided into several kingdoms, the fantasy concept follows the spread of a mysterious plague that affects people’s souls, gradually pushing the continent towards a conflict between the living and the dead.

Captured during a live performance, the new video shows EMBRACE OF SOULS performing “The Plague” on stage, reflecting the direct and energetic approach of the band’s live shows, with keyboards played by Simone Fornasini.

Drawing from classic heavy and power metal of the ’80s and ’90s, as well as the epic and symphonic metal tradition of the early 2000s, “The Battle Of The Dead” combines melodic and theatrical elements with the contrast between Giacomo Rossi’s vocals and the operatic voice of Martina Mazzeo, playing a key role in the band’s sound.

“The Battle Of The Dead” was mixed and mastered by Alessio Garavello at Rogue Studios in London and features Morby (Domine) as a special guest vocalist on “The War”.

EMBRACE OF SOULS will return to the stage on October 24th, 2026, at Dedolor, performing alongside HEAVENFALL for the next Rockshots Night.

Event info: https://www.facebook.com/events/2290473428370267/

The band is expected to play live at these 2 shows:

Saturday 14th November @Revolver Club in S.Donà di Piave with special guest: Arcana Opera – A.W. and opening act Lenity Lake

Sunday 29th November @Druso Bergamo at the Malpaga Winter Night

Recommended for fans of Rhapsody of Fire, Stratovarius, Sonata Arctica, Nightwish, “The Battle Of The Dead” was released on May 22nd, 2026, in digital format and digipak CD edition, and it’s available to be ordered at the following links:

• CD DIGIPAK: https://rockshots.eu/products/embrace-of-souls-the-battle-of-the-dead-cd
• ​Listen to the entire album “The Battle Of The Dead” here: https://lnk.to/O3GJCQ
• ​OFFICIAL MERCH: https://embraceofsoulsband.bigcartel.com/

Embrace Of Souls is an Italian power metal band founded by drummer and composer Michele Olmi, conceived with the aim of bringing together talented musicians around a shared vision rooted in collaboration, brotherhood, and a deep passion for classic metal. Initially born as a studio project, the band took shape with the release of their debut album “The Number Of Destiny” in 2021, receiving positive feedback on an international level and notable acclaim in Japan.

Drawing inspiration from ’80s and ’90s heavy and power metal, as well as the epic and symphonic metal of the early 2000s, Embrace Of Souls developed a sound characterized by powerful riffs, epic atmospheres, and strong melodic sensibility. Over time, the project evolved into a full live band, allowing the group to further consolidate its artistic identity and deepen its expressive range.

In 2024, Embrace Of Souls returned with their second full-length album, “Forever Part Of Me,” marking a significant step forward in terms of maturity and songwriting. This phase also introduced important changes within the line-up, bringing renewed energy and a broader musical perspective to the band’s sound.

A key element of this evolution is the current vocal pairing. Giacomo Rossi, already involved in previous releases, now takes on a central role as lead vocalist while Martina Mazzeo, an accomplished soprano vocalist, adds a symphonic and operatic dimension to the band’s music. Together, their voices embody the duality that defines Embrace Of Souls: light and darkness, power and elegance, intensity and emotion.

Having shared the stage with renowned acts such as Domine, Vision Divine, Stratovarius, Sonata Arctica, and Rhapsody Of Fire, Embrace Of Souls continue to refine their identity while looking toward the future. The band is now working on new material, further developing their epic and narrative-driven approach to solidify their presence on the international power metal scene.

Line-up:​
Giacomo Rossi – Vocals
Martina Mazzeo – Vocals
Edward De Rosa – Guitars
Xavier Rota – Bass
Davide Baldelli – Keyboards
Michele Olmi – Drums