%100 Metal Sunar: Paradise Lost | İstanbul

**100% Metal proudly presents: Paradise Lost, one of the pioneers of gothic metal and architects of melancholic metal, is coming to the IF Performance Hall in Istanbul as part of their "Ascension" European tour in 2026!** Paradise Lost, one of the most influential and groundbreaking bands in metal music, is in Turkey with "Ascension," considered one of the most significant works of their career. The band will take the stage at the IF Performance Hall in Istanbul on November 15, 1926, for their Turkish tour. **The Pinnacle of a 35-Year Legacy: "Ascension"** Founded in Halifax in 1988, Paradise Lost laid the foundations of an entire genre with their legendary Gothic album in 1991, and has become one of the biggest names in the metal world, having sold over 2 million albums to date. The band, which has evolved through various periods of its career, from its doom-death roots to the grand sounds of Draconian Times, and even to experimental electronic touches, has once again solidified its position with the release of "Ascension" in 2025. This new album, shaped by Gregor Mackintosh's signature melancholic melodies and Nick Holmes's vocals, which are both wild and ethereal, is a summary of the band's 35-year journey. Nick Holmes, summarizing the album's dark atmosphere by saying, "People should expect more sadness from us," emphasizes that "Ascension" is a portrait of the struggle for ascension in life and the inevitable endings that come with it. **A Darkness Growing on Stage** Described by critics as "a more grandiose, colder, and more dignified masterpiece," "Ascension" is not only a growing entity in the studio but also on stage. During their Turkish concerts, fans will have the opportunity to experience the most impactful moments of the album live, from the thunderous riffs of "Serpent on the Cross" to the unforgettable melodies of "Silence Like The Grave" and the poignant climax of "Lay A Wreath Upon The World." The Istanbul concert will not only feature new tracks. Classic songs that have shaped the genre, such as "Say Just Words," "As I Die," and "One Second," will also be part of the setlist, adding to the captivating power of this darkness. Prepare to lose yourself in the darkness and rise with the purest melancholy of music. Tickets for the November 15th IF Beşiktaş concert are available on Mobilet. Organization: Vera Müzik Media Sponsor: Karnaval