Nashville-based symphonic power metal force Valkyrie’s Fire has officially released their hauntingly epic new music video for “Evermore,” directed by vocalist Bettie Floyd alongside ProMotion LLC. Serving as the third visual showcase from their brand new full-length album, Out of Darkness (released on September 18, 2026, via Eclipse Records) the track delivers a profound, uplifting spin on Edgar Allan Poe’s legendary poem “The Raven”. Floyd envisioned a visual production that captures the authentic atmosphere of Poe’s 19th-century era, grounding the narrative in a classical aesthetic before launching into an empowering modern metal triumph.
Conceptually, “Evermore” tackles grief, mortality, and survival. While Poe’s original work resigns itself to endless sorrow with the iconic refrain “Nevermore,” Valkyrie’s Fire flips the script to offer a comforting perspective. As bassist Dave Hale notes, “the video interprets the dark, isolation-filled moments everyone faces in life, yet pivots toward a resilient message of healing. Rather than dwelling in permanent desolation, the narrative reminds listeners that the loved ones we lose live on eternally through memory, urging us to honor them by living life to the fullest.” Visually, the video mirrors this emotional evolution through distinct structural settings. The verses unfold in period-accurate surroundings, embodying the somber mood and heavy grief of the poem’s origins. As the music swells into the main chorus, the tone shifts rapidly into a vibrant, uplifting performance that mirrors the newfound strength found in the lyrics. All the while, Adam Sanders’ vocals locks into striking harmonies with his female counterpart Bettie Floyd, driving home a message that brighter days lie ahead.
Valkyrie’s Fire, a symphonic power metal sextet from Nashville, TN, is set to redefine the American landscape of the genre with their debut full-length album, Out of Darkness. Scheduled for release on September 18, 2026, through Eclipse Records, the album serves as a sophisticated evolution of the band’s melodic foundations. Produced and engineered by Joey Grimaldi, the record boasts a polished, sonic profile that equals the European giants of the genre. The visual identity of the project is equally prestigious, featuring cover art by the legendary Jan Yrlund, whose portfolio includes iconic designs for Battle Beast, Manowar and Delain. A central pillar of the album is the towering track “Burning Sky“, which features a guest appearance by Mikael Sehlin of Amaranthe. Sehlin, who also lent his expertise to the mastering of the album, provides a gritty vocal contrast to the soaring symphonic arrangements. The song explores the harrowing endurance of the human spirit through historical and biblical lenses. While Burning Sky offers aggressive intensity, “Cascade” invites the listener into a more atmospheric experience. The song depicts the transition from dusk to night, focusing on the clarity of the cosmos as constellations emerge from the gloom. Conversely, “Evermore” takes inspiration from the melancholic works of Edgar Allan Poe. Unlike the traditional gloom associated with The Raven, Valkyrie’s Fire reinterprets the narrative as a journey through grief toward a place of hope. Out of Darkness positions Valkyrie’s Fire as a formidable contemporary to bands like Epica, Within Temptation and Nightwish. By blending the grandiosity of European symphonic metal with the sharp production values of the modern Nashville metal scene, the band has created a debut that feels both timeless and urgent. Out of Darkness by Valkyrie’s Fire was released on September 18, 2026 via Eclipse Records.
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Out of Darkness track listing
01. In Spirit, In Shadow
02. Evermore
03. Valkyrie’s Fire
04. Cascade
05. Burning Sky (featuring Mikael Sehlin of Amaranthe)
06. Shattered
07. I See the Angels Fly
08. Skylark
09. Labyrinth
10. Bone and Thorn
11. Dark Moon
12. Nocturne
13. I Will Rise Again
Nashville’s Valkyrie’s Fire bridges European grandiosity and American grit into a definitive symphonic power metal sound. Blending dual-vocal harmonies, heavy instrumentation, and orchestral depth, the award-winning band draws comparisons to Nightwish and Epica. Following their debut EP Ascension in 2024 (Eclipse Records), they now drop their 13-track full-length album Out of Darkness, a monumental journey through grief, history, and cosmic beauty. Valkyrie’s Fire is Bettie Floyd (vocals), Adam Sanders (vocals), Joey Grimaldi (guitar), Ryan Metroka (drums), Dave Hale (bass), Salem Belladonna (keys, cello).
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