Published: April 18, 2026 · 1:36 AM EDT
The Canadian project returns after a decade with a new album exploring classical themes, Latin texts and orchestral arrangements
Canadian symphonic power metal project LIVA will see their album “Ecce Mundus” reissued worldwide on May 29, 2026 via Wormholedeath, marking the band’s return after a ten-year gap since their previous release.
“Ecce Mundus” (“This is the world”) represents a new chapter for the project, described by composer Pier Carlo Liva as his most ambitious work since “Requiem” (2002).
The album continues the band’s approach of combining power metal with classical composition, expanding its orchestration and instrumental scope while maintaining a structure rooted in symphonic arrangements.
LIVA also returns to the use of Latin texts, drawing inspiration from medieval sources and themes linked to Antiquity.
The material explores historical and literary narratives, including:
the Roman Empire
the story of Samson and Delilah
human flaws such as greed, corruption and hypocrisy
These themes are presented as reflections that connect ancient contexts with contemporary human behavior.
LINEUP
Nadine Guertin — Soprano
Pier Carlo Liva — Vocals (death/tenor), guitars, electronics
Martin Tremblay — Bass
Claude Lacroix — Drums
Following the recording, Philippe Leblanc joined the band as drummer.
PRODUCTION
Recorded and mixed by Pier Carlo Liva at Magic Forest Studio
Mastered by Maxime Lacroix at House of Gain Studio
Orchestrations by Christophe Pilon
Artwork by Christophe Viau
Graphic design by Patrick Bouchard
LIVA’s catalog includes “Requiem” (2002), a metal interpretation of the Latin requiem mass, “De Insulis” (2007), and “Human Abstract” (2013).
In 2002, the band performed with a 13-piece chamber orchestra for a Radio-Canada broadcast, and in 2003 received the MIMI award for most avant-garde artist.
Over the years, LIVA have shared the stage with acts such as Voivod, Gorguts, Nightwish, Kataklysm, and Therion.
Following a decade since their last release, LIVA return with “Ecce Mundus,” continuing their exploration of symphonic power metal through historical themes and classical composition.
Written by Gino Alache – Music Journalist
Watch “Samson & Dalila, Pt. 1” below:
