Italian progressive/power metallers Vision Divine will release their new EP A Clockwork Reverie on May 22 through Scarlet Records.
The release marks an important moment for the band, arriving after the return of acclaimed vocalist Michele Luppi and longtime keyboardist Oleg Smirnoff. Their reunion signals a renewed embrace of the band’s classic progressive power metal sound while incorporating modern production and energy.
A Return to Classic Vision Divine
With A Clockwork Reverie, the band blends melody, technical musicianship, and emotional songwriting, reconnecting with the sonic identity that made them one of the defining acts of the European progressive/power metal scene.
Rather than simply revisiting the past, the EP aims to reinterpret Vision Divine’s legacy with a contemporary edge, reinforcing their place in modern melodic metal.
Production
The EP was produced by:
- Olaf Thorsen
- Michele Luppi
Mixing duties were handled by Simone Mularoni at Domination Studio, known for work with bands like Wind Rose, Twilight Force, and Michael Romeo.
Mastering was completed by Michele Luppi at MiLu’s RockLab II, while the cover artwork was created by Augusto Silva.
Tracklist — A Clockwork Reverie
- Sator Rotas
- A Clockwork Reverie
- 18 (It Feels Like Heaven)
- Andromeda
- Identities (2026 version)
- God Is Dead (2026 version)
- The 25th Hour (2026 version)
Total running time: 34:02
The EP includes several newly re-recorded versions of classic songs, giving them a refreshed sound with the reunited lineup.
Release Formats
A Clockwork Reverie will be available in multiple formats:
- Mini-CD
- Vinyl LP
- 350 transparent blue copies
- 150 transparent (mailorder exclusive) copies
- Digital
Vision Divine are also set to headline the Warriors of Steel Festival in 2026, further marking the band’s resurgence on the live circuit.
Current Lineup
- Michele Luppi — vocals
- Olaf Thorsen — guitar
- Oleg Smirnoff — keyboards
- Andrea “Tower” Torricini — bass
- Matt Peruzzi — drums
With the return of key members and a renewed creative spark, Vision Divine’s A Clockwork Reverie promises to deliver a powerful fusion of classic progressive power metal and modern sonic precision, reaffirming the band’s place among the genre’s enduring names.