Gothic metal pioneers Paradise Lost have released a stunning new music video for “Salvation,” a standout track from their critically acclaimed new album ‘Ascension’. Directed by longtime collaborator Ash Pears, the cinematic visual offers a surprisingly optimistic interpretation of the song’s themes of transgression and higher power, focusing on a symbolic beacon passed between individuals. ‘Ascension’ marks the band’s first studio effort in five years and was produced by guitarist Gregor Mackintosh, featuring a mix of morose despair and massive riffs on tracks like “Tyrants Serenade” and “Silence Like The Grave.” Adorned with artwork by George Frederic Watts, the album solidifies the band’s unyielding creative vision as they continue to lead the genre they helped define decades ago, blending atmospheric depth with searing guitar solos and profound lyrical themes.