Progressive Heavy Metal force CRYSTAL THRONE unleash lyric video "Children Of The Ruins" and announce new album "Chantry Of Sacrifice"!

Progressive Heavy Metal force CRYSTAL THRONE unleash 
lyric video "Children Of The Ruins" and announce new album "Chantry Of Sacrifice"!

French progressive heavy metal outfit CRYSTAL THRONE has unleashed their new single and lyric video "Children Of The Ruins", offering the first glimpse into the band's upcoming concept album "Chantry Of Sacrifice", set for release on October 2, 2026.

Formed in 2019 in Metz, France, and drawing inspiration from acts such as Queensrÿche, Crimson Glory, Judas Priest, and Symphony X, CRYSTAL THRONE combine classic heavy metal foundations with progressive structures and a strong cinematic identity. Known for their futuristic visual universe, neon aesthetics, smoke effects, and laser-driven live performances, the band continues to carve out their own space within modern progressive heavy metal.

"Children Of The Ruins" introduces the narrative foundation of "Chantry Of Sacrifice", CRYSTAL THRONE’s second full-length album and a fully developed science fiction concept record.

Listen to "Children Of The Ruins" here:

Set in the distant future of 5150, the album follows Hÿldr, a war veteran and scientific project leader who awakens to an unimaginable reality: Earth has mysteriously vanished, leaving her as the last human in the universe. Hÿldr is then entrusted with one final mission - to travel back in time, uncover the cause of Earth's disappearance, and alter the course of history before it is too late.

As the band states: "The fierce attack of heavy metal meets the virtuosity of prog : Melodic and powerful, Crystal Throne takes no prisoner!"

Tracklist:

01. A Hero's Call

02. Children Of The Ruins

03. Tides Of Ages

04. Electrical Savior

05. Walls Of Silent Mourn

06. Antagonists

07. Insurgent Outcry

08. Chantry Of Sacrifice

09. Sleeping In The Void

Driven by powerful heavy metal riffs, expansive progressive arrangements, and cinematic storytelling, "Children Of The Ruins" marks the beginning of this narrative journey and sets the tone for the larger story unfolding across "Chantry Of Sacrifice".

"Chantry Of Sacrifice" will be released on October 2, self-released by the band, and is now available for pre-order HERE