Portuguese progressive metal act Apotheus shares first single & video from upcoming album; "Ergo Atlas" to be released September 15th on Black Lion Records!

September 15th will see the release of "Ergo Atlas", the upcoming full-length record by Portuguese progressive metal act APOTHEUS, which will see the light of day via Black Lion Records.

With nine tracks spanning over 45 minutes, the band's new album is a direct sequel to 2019's critically acclaimed "The Far Star", and APOTHEUS continue to explore their storytelling universe with the band's unique blend of melody and experimentation.

Millions of years after "The Far Star" mission took place, an artificial intelligence comes up with an ingenious plan that puts life in the Universe at risk. In this second volume of the saga created in the 2019 album and book, inspired by the work of the science fiction writer Issac Asimov, APOTHEUS introduce new atmospheres and emotions in the nine chapters of the new album, in a roller coaster of melodies, messages and intrigues that will be revealed along with the musical and literary work sequel.

In support of the upcoming album, APOTHEUS have unleashed the first single "Shape and Geometry". The song is released alongside a brand new music video, which you can watch here:

APOTHEUS - Shape and Geometry (Official Video) 2023 Black Lion Records - YouTube

"Ergo Atlas" track listing:

01. Shape and Geometry

02. The Unification Project

03. Firewall

04. Cogito

05. Ergo Bellum

06. March to Redemption

07. Alphae's Sons

08. Re: union

09. Re: genesis

The album was produced by APOTHEUS and Jorge Lopes. Recorded, mixed, and mastered by Jorge Lopes at Redboxstudios, Portugal. "Ergo Atlas" is available for pre-order at THIS LOCATION