Published: May 10, 2026
The Italian progressive power metal band continue the rollout surrounding their upcoming EP following the return of Michele Luppi and Oleg Smirnoff
Vision Divine have unveiled “A Clockwork Reverie”, the title track and second single from the upcoming EP of the same name, scheduled for release on May 22 through Scarlet Records.
The EP cycle was previously documented by Rockum through Vision Divine Release '18 (It Feels Like Heaven)' Video and Announce 'A Clockwork Reverie' EP and Vision Divine Reunite with Michele Luppi and Oleg Smirnoff for New EP 'A Clockwork Reverie'.
The new release marks the continuation of the band’s renewed lineup featuring vocalist Michele Luppi and keyboardist Oleg Smirnoff.
According to the conceptual narrative surrounding the song, “A Clockwork Reverie” takes place inside a mythical workshop where an old man maintains the clocks that govern existence and the progression of life.
The story centers on an hourglass that stopped eighteen years earlier, containing echoes of unrealized lives and missed encounters suspended within its sands.
Musically, the track continues the melodic and progressive direction associated with Vision Divine, combining symphonic keyboards, layered vocal melodies, and progressive power metal arrangements.
The EP represents the band’s first release following the return of Michele Luppi, known for his work with Whitesnake, and keyboardist Oleg Smirnoff, also associated with Labyrinth and Eldritch.
Production was handled by Olaf Thorsen and Michele Luppi, while mixing duties were completed by Simone Mularoni and Michele Luppi at Domination Studio. The EP was mastered by Michele Luppi at MiLu’s RockLab II.
The artwork was created by Augusto Silva.
The release also marks Vision Divine joining the Dragon Productions booking roster and precedes the band’s scheduled headline appearance at the Warriors Of Steel Festival 2026 in Norway.
TRACKLIST
1. Sator Rotas
2. A Clockwork Reverie
3. 18 (It Feels Like Heaven)
4. Andromeda
5. Identities (2026 Version)
6. God Is Dead (2026 Version)
7. The 25th Hour (2026 Version)
Total running time: 34:02
FORMATS
Mini-CD
Vinyl LP:
350 Transparent Blue
150 Transparent (Mailorder Exclusive)
Digital
Founded in 1998 by guitarist Olaf Thorsen, Vision Divine became one of the notable names within the Italian progressive and power metal scene through releases combining melodic songwriting, technical musicianship, and conceptual themes.
The return of Michele Luppi reconnects the band with an important era in its history, particularly associated with albums such as “Stream of Consciousness” and “The Perfect Machine”.
The EP also revisits several earlier compositions through updated 2026 versions of “Identities”, “God Is Dead”, and “The 25th Hour”.
LINEUP
Michele Luppi — vocals
Olaf Thorsen — guitar
Oleg Smirnoff — keyboards
Andrea “Tower” Torricini — bass
Matt Peruzzi — drums
Beyond “A Clockwork Reverie,” Vision Divine continue reconnecting with the melodic and progressive identity that defined key periods of the band’s history while revisiting earlier material through a modern production approach.
Written by Gino Alache – Music Journalist
Watch the official video for “18 (It Feels Like Heaven)” below.
