Frontiers Records Srl, in collaboration with partners worldwide, is proud to announce the March 2026 release of Ian Parry’s Consortium Project VI – “Legacy of Empires.”
Marking the sixth chapter of Parry's long-running progressive metal saga, Legacy of Empires journeys deep into a fictional past — unveiling humanity’s cosmic beginnings and the ancient alien architects who shaped our destiny. Building upon the powerful themes explored across the first five Consortium Project albums, this new chapter dives into the origins of A.I. intelligence, introduced to Earth by an exiled alien Pharaoh and his destined Queen as they flee oppression in search of a new world.
Concept. Prog. Power. Myth. Metal. This is the Consortium legacy ascending to its next evolution.
Featuring 10 masterfully crafted songs, co-written with:
Stephan Lill (Vanden Plas)
Johann Cadot (Asylum Pyre)
Luca Sellitto (Timeless Fairytale / Rock Emporium 2)
Casey Grillo (Queensrÿche / ex-Kamelot)
Ian Parry (Elegy / ex-Ayreon)
And performed by an elite cast of world-class musicians:
Ian Parry – Lead & Harmony Vocals, Keyboards
Stephan Lill – Guitars, Keyboards
Johann Cadot – Guitar, Keyboards, Backing Vocals
Luca Sellitto – Guitar, Keyboards, Backing Vocals
Allan Sørensen – Drums (ex-Pretty Maids / ex-Royal Hunt)
Ombeline Duprat – Female Lead & Choir Vocals (Asylum Pyre)
Andreas Passmark – Bass (Royal Hunt)
Kris Gildenlöw – Bass (ex-Pain of Salvation)
Franky Rummler – Bass (ex-Michael Schenker Group)
Jan Bijlsma – Bass (The Last Element/ex-Vengeance)
Carmine Vivo – Bass (Timeless Fairytale)
Special Guest Appearances
Patrick Rondat – Solo Guitar (ex-Jean Michel Jarre / Elegy)
Manolo Arias – Solo Guitar (Magik/ex-Niagara)
Casey Grillo – Drums (Queensrÿche / ex-Kamelot)
A monumental return, a myth reborn, and a new empire rising.
Live performances begin July 2026 at Volcanic Fest, France, followed by select shows throughout 2026.
Prepare for Consortium Project VI – Legacy of Empires!