Project Aegis - Angel In The Ashes [OFFICIAL VIDEO]

Ulterium Records is proud to announce the release of "Angel In the Ashes," an all-star charity track for sale with 100% of the income going to feed homeless and refugee families in Greece. The song is being released under the banner Project Aegis, and was composed by Theocracy songwriter and vocalist Matt Smith.

"Angel In the Ashes" features vocals by Rob Rock (Solo, Impellitteri), Daísa Munhoz (Vandroya, Soulspell), Vasilis Georgiou (Sunburst, Black Fate), Leah McHenry (LEAH) and Smith, as well as a guitar solo by Gus Drax (Sunburst, Black Fate). The artwork was created by Markus Sigfridsson (Darkwater, Harmony).

Purchase "Angel In The Ashes" here:

"I've been wanting to do another charity single since we had such a great experience the first time around," says Smith. "The challenge was finding the time and the appropriate cause, as well as putting together a lineup worthy of the caliber of talent we had on the last song. I think we did it!"

"The song is about someone who decides to take that first step to help a person in a dark or dangerous situation. I was talking to some friends of mine who live in Greece, and every weekend they help feed the huge number of poor, homeless and refugee families in that area. It's a massive need, and the dollar you spend on this song can make a huge difference in providing a hot meal or a blanket for someone. It's a very worthy cause, and everyone involved in the track freely gave their time and talent to make this happen. We hope you enjoy it!"

ANGEL IN THE ASHES
(Music & lyrics: Matt Smith)

She caught a glimpse of those who wished to sail away
The spectre of a dream to chase a better day
The promise of a brand new start

And she always said the visions left a mark
The remnants of a stain tattooed upon her heart
She watched them as they moved together

Formed in pain, spirits gone
Like armies slain, yet marching on
Legions grow, faces change
Yet after all the chaos, darkness still remains
She’s never the same...

One more revolution turn
Watch the madhouse burn
Carry on, carry on
Rising angel in the ashes
Shimmer in the show
Shining in the afterglow
Fire falls from heaven down below

To gaze upon the ones she’d never seen
An architect of life repairing broken dreams
With nothing but the gift of time

She dared to be the first to cross the line
Reflections of a selfless way and altered mind
A past in shadow left so far behind

Behind their eyes
Thrown away like wreckage for some other day
Compromised, to escape
Forgotten no more
Minds of millions wide awake
It’s never too late...

One more revolution turn
Watch the madhouse burn
Carry on, carry on
Rising angel in the ashes
Shimmer in the show
Shining in the afterglow
Fire falls from heaven down below

Every life a choice to embrace
Either looking on or turning away
To extend a hand of mercy and grace
And to carry on
Hold the ones that the others denied
And to walk through ashes right by their side
And to be the angel, ever abide
As they carry on

(solo)

One more revolution turn
Watch the madhouse burn
Carry on, carry on
Rising angel in the ashes
Shimmer in the show
Shining in the afterglow
Fire falls from heaven down below

[TOMNTOM]

Imagine what Matt Smith and Tobias Sammet could create together!

[dannynuttingJesusfreak]

Is it wrong to admit that I've lost track of how many times I've listened to all 3 Project Aegis songs, and am now a growing fan of the main projects of all musicians involved? As a musician and Christian, I get so many chills by the music and lyrics of Matt Smith, and these songs (which I was introduced to shortly after becoming a fan of Theocracy), have gotten me into the prog rock/prog metal genre. I'd love to see all artists/bands involved in a full Project Aegis album!!!!

[tristramcoffin]

The best is how at 4:02 Matt goes into full praise mode. So many of his songs are metal praise & worship songs, anyway. However, here you can see where his heart is as he sings the bridge praising God.

[erickamaral]

ainda bem que existe o YouTube, pois se dependesse das TVs e das rádios ia ter que aturar funk, sertanojo e pagode 24 horas por dia

[pastorlyndon]

Gus Drax, Daisa, Rob, Matt, Leah, and Vasilis all together?

Man alive. I want an ENTIRE album out of you guys. I'll sell a kidney and donate the money to the crowdfunding, like right now.

[AlexGhiurau]

Right at the bridge you can see Matt actually living out the lyrics; actually having compassion, actually worshipping.

[dsjensen]

Looks like Rob Rock is purposely trying to test the vocal limits of the sound system! Those pipes!

[paradisium]

This song rules. A Matt and Daisa duet needs to happen on the next Theocracy album...please let it happen:D

[ReptileRulesall]

The harmony in the part "Shining in the afterglow" gives me chills EVERY TIME. Amazing.

[fiensiferum]

This song is perfectly mixed. Matt Smith is great at showing the other artists strengths.

[_FabioSilveira]

They all rock it!! But Rob Rock is out of this world...

[alevd]

Second songs from Project Aegis, they really need an album! Matt Smith is a hero.

[whatcher]

This is what happens when a vision, drive and a talent consumes someone. You will play for The King!

[saiko_]

2020 and still listening to Project Aegis and Theocracy 😊

[VagBR]

Daísa is the most perfect female voice in the world of rock...and about this there is no doubt!!!

[jrgenclevin]

Matt Smith is the entire band Queen in one person. Amazing artist.

[CarlosEduardo-mtyo]

algum brasileiro por aqui que também escuta theocracy?

[lemuellala]

Watched this vid initially for Matt but damn. The power in Daisa's voice. I felt that.

[KlabauterManiac]

This Daísa Munhoz has some voice! Holy shit she sounds so awesome! and the rest of you as well! Rob Rock still going strong :D

[ricardocavalcanti]

alguém aqui ouviu essa musica 5 vezes seguidas sem parar?