Archangel

The Profile

Archangel is an Italian progressive rock project led by keyboardist Gabriele Manzini (Ubi Maior, ex-The Watch). The debut album, The Akallabeth (2009), is a Tolkien-inspired concept featuring guest vocalists Damian Wilson, Ted Leonard, and Zachary Stevens, blending keyboard-driven hard rock with symphonic and folk-tinged prog elements.

Project led by Italian keyboardist Gabriele Manzini; album The Akallabeth released in 2009; style described as hard-prog/hard rock with prominent keyboards; guests include Damian Wilson, Ted Leonard, and Zachary Stevens.

A positive, detailed review celebrates Archangel’s Tolkien-inspired concept album The Akallabeth. It praises the keyboard-centered, hard-prog sound and the strong guest lineup (Damian Wilson, Ted Leonard, Zachary Stevens). Production and cohesion are lauded; only the immediacy of some vocal melodies is noted as a minor flaw. Recommended for fans of Ayreon-esque, imaginative prog.