Album: Dominate by Adagio (2006)
Genre: Symphonic Metal
Format: Album

Description: Dominate is the third album by Adagio, released December 16, 2005 on the Double Vision label.   The album was produced by Stéphan Forté and Kevin Codfert, and mixed at House Of Audio Studios in Germany by Dennis Ward. It is also the first and only Adagio album to feature Gus Monsanto on vocals.

Artist Background: "Adagio" is a French neo-classical progressive band hailing from Montpellier, France, formed in 2000. Stephan Forté, the band's guitarist, is considered the creative force behind Adagio. Adagio's music is characterized by technical precision, dark, dense orchestration, complex lead work, and a driving rhythm section. On the group's 2006 release Dominate, they added harsh vocals to their sound. The band's 4th album, Archangels in Black, was released on 02/02/09, and is the first album to feat... Part of the Montpellier,  France music scene. Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Symphonic Metal movement. Known for Metal style.

Music Scene: Part of the Montpellier,  France music scene. Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Symphonic Metal movement. Known for Metal style.

Tags: Symphonic Metal, 2000s, Album

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Dominate is the third album by Adagio, released December 16, 2005 on the Double Vision label.   The album was produced by Stéphan Forté and Kevin Codfert, and mixed at House Of Audio Studios in Germany by Dennis Ward. It is also the first and only Adagio album to feature Gus Monsanto on vocals.

Album: Underworld by Adagio (2003)
Genre: Symphonic Metal
Format: Album

Description: Underworld is the second studio album by the progressive/neoclassical metal band Adagio, released July 23, 2003 on the Nothing to Say label . Also is the last to feature David Readman on vocals and Dirk Bruinenberg on drums.

Artist Background: "Adagio" is a French neo-classical progressive band hailing from Montpellier, France, formed in 2000. Stephan Forté, the band's guitarist, is considered the creative force behind Adagio. Adagio's music is characterized by technical precision, dark, dense orchestration, complex lead work, and a driving rhythm section. On the group's 2006 release Dominate, they added harsh vocals to their sound. The band's 4th album, Archangels in Black, was released on 02/02/09, and is the first album to feat... Part of the Montpellier,  France music scene. Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Symphonic Metal movement. Known for Metal style.

Music Scene: Part of the Montpellier,  France music scene. Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Symphonic Metal movement. Known for Metal style.

Tags: Symphonic Metal, 2000s, Album


Underworld is the second studio album by the progressive/neoclassical metal band Adagio, released July 23, 2003 on the Nothing to Say label . Also is the last to feature David Readman on vocals and Dirk Bruinenberg on drums.

Album: Sanctus Ignis by Adagio (2001)
Genre: Symphonic Metal
Record Label: Limb Music Products
Format: Album

Description: Sanctus Ignis is the debut album by French progressive/neoclassical metal band Adagio, released on May 8, 2001 in France by Nothing To Say, and in Europe by Limb Music.

Artist Background: "Adagio" is a French neo-classical progressive band hailing from Montpellier, France, formed in 2000. Stephan Forté, the band's guitarist, is considered the creative force behind Adagio. Adagio's music is characterized by technical precision, dark, dense orchestration, complex lead work, and a driving rhythm section. On the group's 2006 release Dominate, they added harsh vocals to their sound. The band's 4th album, Archangels in Black, was released on 02/02/09, and is the first album to feat... Part of the Montpellier,  France music scene. Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Symphonic Metal movement. Known for Metal style.

Music Scene: Part of the Montpellier,  France music scene. Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Symphonic Metal movement. Known for Metal style.

Tags: Symphonic Metal, 2000s, Album, Limb Music Products


Sanctus Ignis is the debut album by French progressive/neoclassical metal band Adagio, released on May 8, 2001 in France by Nothing To Say, and in Europe by Limb Music.

Album: Life by Adagio (2017)
Genre: Symphonic Metal
Format: Album

Description: Life is the fifth album by French neoclassical metal band Adagio, released on May 29, 2017 in France under Zeta Nemesis Records label and August 9, 2017 in Japan by King Records. The album fundings were raised after a crowdfunding campaign on IndieGogo collected €27,533. It was recorded at Axone Studio, in Montreuil, France, mixed at X-Fade Studios, Nanterre and mastered at Tower Studio, Montpellier from June 5 to October 18, 2016

Artist Background: "Adagio" is a French neo-classical progressive band hailing from Montpellier, France, formed in 2000. Stephan Forté, the band's guitarist, is considered the creative force behind Adagio. Adagio's music is characterized by technical precision, dark, dense orchestration, complex lead work, and a driving rhythm section. On the group's 2006 release Dominate, they added harsh vocals to their sound. The band's 4th album, Archangels in Black, was released on 02/02/09, and is the first album to feat... Part of the Montpellier,  France music scene. Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Symphonic Metal movement. Known for Metal style.

Music Scene: Part of the Montpellier,  France music scene. Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Symphonic Metal movement. Known for Metal style.

Tags: Symphonic Metal, 2010s, Album


Life is the fifth album by French neoclassical metal band Adagio, released on May 29, 2017 in France under Zeta Nemesis Records label and August 9, 2017 in Japan by King Records. The album fundings were raised after a crowdfunding campaign on IndieGogo collected €27,533. It was recorded at Axone Studio, in Montreuil, France, mixed at X-Fade Studios, Nanterre and mastered at Tower Studio, Montpellier from June 5 to October 18, 2016

Album: Archangels in Black by Adagio (2009)
Genre: Symphonic Metal
Record Label: Listenable Records
Format: Album

Description: Archangels in Black is the fourth studio album by Adagio. According to their Website, the mastering of Archangels in Black was completed on September 3, 2008. After numerous delays, the album was officially released on February 2, 2009 in Europe on the 	Listenable label. The band stated that "the compositions are the ultimate balance between melodic and extreme metal and can be considered as a more brutal version of Underworld". Archangels in Black is Adagio's first and only album to include Christian Palin on vocals, but the backing vocals were sung by Gustavo Monsanto, Adagio's former vocalist who sang on Dominate

Artist Background: "Adagio" is a French neo-classical progressive band hailing from Montpellier, France, formed in 2000. Stephan Forté, the band's guitarist, is considered the creative force behind Adagio. Adagio's music is characterized by technical precision, dark, dense orchestration, complex lead work, and a driving rhythm section. On the group's 2006 release Dominate, they added harsh vocals to their sound. The band's 4th album, Archangels in Black, was released on 02/02/09, and is the first album to feat... Part of the Montpellier,  France music scene. Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Symphonic Metal movement. Known for Metal style.

Music Scene: Part of the Montpellier,  France music scene. Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Symphonic Metal movement. Known for Metal style.

Tags: Symphonic Metal, 2000s, Album, Listenable Records


Archangels in Black is the fourth studio album by Adagio. According to their Website, the mastering of Archangels in Black was completed on September 3, 2008. After numerous delays, the album was officially released on February 2, 2009 in Europe on the 	Listenable label. The band stated that "the compositions are the ultimate balance between melodic and extreme metal and can be considered as a more brutal version of Underworld". Archangels in Black is Adagio's first and only album to include Christian Palin on vocals, but the backing vocals were sung by Gustavo Monsanto, Adagio's former vocalist who sang on Dominate

"Dominate" showcases a potent blend of symphonic metal and progressive elements, characterized by its intricate arrangements and polished production. The album features heavy guitar riffs layered with orchestral strings, creating a rich sonic tapestry that enhances the dramatic themes of the lyrics. Tracks like "Fire Forever" and "Terror Jungle" maintain a high energy with driving tempos, while pieces such as "Children of the Dead Lake" introduce haunting melodies that contrast with the heavier instrumentation. The use of atmospheric keyboards adds depth, particularly in "R'Yleh the Dead," where textures shift from aggressive to ethereal. The inclusion of unreleased tracks offers a glimpse into the band's evolving sound, making this album a distinctive entry in their discography.

Album: Dominate by Adagio (2010)
Format: Album

Artist Background: "Adagio" is a French neo-classical progressive band hailing from Montpellier, France, formed in 2000. Stephan Forté, the band's guitarist, is considered the creative force behind Adagio. Adagio's music is characterized by technical precision, dark, dense orchestration, complex lead work, and a driving rhythm section. On the group's 2006 release Dominate, they added harsh vocals to their sound. The band's 4th album, Archangels in Black, was released on 02/02/09, and is the first album to feat... Part of the Montpellier,  France music scene. Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Symphonic Metal movement. Known for Metal style.

Music Scene: Part of the Montpellier,  France music scene. Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Symphonic Metal movement. Known for Metal style.

Tags: 2010s, Album

Additional Context: Available on Discogs marketplace


Album: A Band in Upperworld by Adagio (2004)
Format: Live

Artist Background: "Adagio" is a French neo-classical progressive band hailing from Montpellier, France, formed in 2000. Stephan Forté, the band's guitarist, is considered the creative force behind Adagio. Adagio's music is characterized by technical precision, dark, dense orchestration, complex lead work, and a driving rhythm section. On the group's 2006 release Dominate, they added harsh vocals to their sound. The band's 4th album, Archangels in Black, was released on 02/02/09, and is the first album to feat... Part of the Montpellier,  France music scene. Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Symphonic Metal movement. Known for Metal style.

Music Scene: Part of the Montpellier,  France music scene. Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Symphonic Metal movement. Known for Metal style.

Tags: 2000s, Live


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