Avantasia = Beautiful Metal

"The Moonflower Society" (feat. Bob Catley) Twilight falls, ghostly the hands That reach out for you Through the mist of these alien lands Swallowed away on the road to forever Like a storm the wraith of advance Forced its will upon you Sacred yesterdays, lucid and vast For a blink of an eye it’s all coming together Like a relic of a long bygone time Moonflowers grow from the back of your mind Hold on - yeah Fire in the night I see ghosts, spectres light around me Vivid and stark, a blaze in the dark Fire in the night One by one - pictures gather round me Where those moonflowers used to grow Lost no more - spectres gather round here Vivid and stark, a blaze in the dark Night by night - stare into the black Where moonflowers used to grow As I walk through the mist Down the ruins of things that used to be Silent remnants of magical times A cabinet of curiosities Old companions and past Christmas ghosts Juvenile levity Sacred gatherings, pictures of days Swallowed away on the road to forever A covert society buried in time Once bent on survival Now kicked out of line Oh I hold on... A fire in the night I see ghosts - spectres light around me Vivid and stark, a blaze in the dark Fire in the night One by one - pictures gather round me Where those moonflowers used to grow Lost no more - spectres gather round here Vivid and stark, a blaze in the dark Night by night - stare into the black Where moonflowers used to grow And quite suddenly Just as if somebody slammed the door Halcyon days buried in halcyon lore As silence prevails Fragments come passing me by Slipping right through A crevice in time, oh Fire in the night I see ghosts - spectres light around me Vivid and stark, a blaze in the dark Fire in the night One by one - pictures gather round me Where those moonflowers used to grow Lost no more - spectres gather round here Vivid and stark, a blaze in the dark Night by night - stare into the black Where moonflowers used to grow

How much fantasy and magic can you put into the song? Tobi: yes!

The song is beautiful but the artistic direction made me fall in love. I loved the atmosphere, the colors, everything. Thanks for this Tobi, I needed it. I can't wait to listen to the full album.

It's hard to explain but Bob Catley's voice is so emotional to me. It paints pictures, takes me places. Terrific song by Tobi.

Tobi once again proves a master of melody. You immediately want to sing that chorus even though you don't know the words yet.

Tobi if you can read this: I LOVE YOU, THNX FOR YOUR AWESOME MUSIC

I've listened to this song a few times, now. I get an 80's - 90's vibe/feeling from the song itself, and the animation reminds me of certain kids cartoons and claymation shows of the 90's, with a bit of Tim Burton thrown in

funnily enough my favorite part of this song is that instrumental part starting around 3:10. It's so wonderful and so fitting with the video. A sense of wonder, mystery and excitement all at once in a couple of chords. It's like watching a top tier movie. 10/10

Another masterpiece. Congrats, Tobi! And Bob Catley....he's a living legend.

2:45 to 3:35 for moments like these is why I will always love power metal

Avantasia's songs have always left a strong, distinct impression on me. I don't think there's a band around that captures such dark whimsical fantasy, bringing you to a realm of spirits and dreams, of fey creatures and moonlit nights. Wonderful. Pure poetry. The video enhances that so very much. What an excellent pairing!

This honestly one of my favourite music videos of all time.

Bob Catley em alto nível como sempre! Tobi sabe construir histórias incríveis que emocionam..

I love it. Tobi is just a music genius. His Avantasia is 18 years with me.

This song raised my spirit. Tobias is a total mastermind and this is a heck of a piece. I absolutely love all of it; the vocals, the lyrics, the instrumental and the video. Since this popped up on my Spotify, I give it a listen at least five times a day :3

Sammet writing songs for him and Catley means epicness! I LOVE THIS!!!

Tobias es un grande, de verdad. Los he visto por primera vez en Cartagena y quedé prendada desde la primera nota. Increíble directo, letras impresionantes y unas melodías que directamente te devuelven a la vida. Estoy deseando volver a verlos en directo, de las mejores experiencias de mi vida. Impresionante, gracias Avantasia por todo lo que nos hacéis sentir!

This is such a beautiful song it's somehow epic and also someone sad especially when it's linked with the video. Also the video is beautifully animated but if I'm reading it correctly it's sweet that death gave him one amazing show as he passed on

God damn Avantasia you guys have done it again... each time I listen to the song I enjoy it more and more... Between Tobi and Bob Catley it just simply works

According to Freedom Call, Metal Is For Everyone. This song - no, this entire ALBUM - shows us that the Opera/Musical Theater people are no exception. Man, this is amazing! Great work!

Tobi’s voice sounds for lack of better word stronger and younger and Bob is aging like a fine wine. This song is stellar.

This is genuinely one of the best songs I have ever heard. That chorus is phenomenal!

It's like something from a dream... The kind of dream you remember, and have flashbacks to throughout your life. It's magical.

Sounds beautiful and very different with the original Avantasia touch!!! Congratulations to the mastermind Tobias Sammet. Such a nice song, can't wait to the new album come out

Nice surprise, Catley usually contributes on some epic singalong compositions, and I bet it's no exception this time.

It's wonderful to hear again the classic and powerful sound of Avantasia!!!

Love how whimsical and playful this is for being so spooky and mysterious in aesthetic. Absolutely delightful and enchanting. Makes you want to just join in!

TOBI SAMMET what a Master of Epic Music! 😎

This is the best song about someone's clairvoyance awakening. And, sure, it's Avantasia's. Awesome!!!

Fiquei imaginando o Andre Matos no lugar do Bob Catley cantando com o Tobias.. Gosto de clips animados, ficou muito bom.

Fantastic, thoroughly enjoyed watching and listening to this. The music was superb and imagery sublime. Well worth the wait. Just when you think Avantasia can't get better, Tobais lifts it up another notch. Thank you Tobi can't wait for the Album release :) x

Тобиас, долгих лет жизни тебе. Ты талантище! Edguy и Avantasia это 🔥 металл мира нашей современности, мелодичность, невероятная! Твоим друзьям, Ханси Кюрху, Jorn Lande, Mikel kiske, Rony Atkins,Amanda, Bob catley, всем большой респект, ну вы супер! В каждом альбоме незабываемые треки. 👍

Bob's voice is beyond compare. Someone turn him into a vampire please I want him to live forever.

in love with this design

Video was released on a full moon, I love this

Very cool song! Has some Broadway meets metal vibe like mistery pf the blood red rose. Also very nice video, thought it was very Tim Burton´s style, but also felt familiar and thgought about Jess Cope who made several videos of Steven Wilson. Went to look for the director and BINGO! It was her!! The style made remember of Drive Home and Routine videos. She is great. Loved the colab!

So happy to know that a new Avantasia album will be released!! Moonglow was amazing, and Moonglow tour just the best I've been *_* This new song is great and the pictures are sooo poetic and beautiful! Reminds me Tim Burton universe with a bit of Wonderland... (just like Toby's look on the Moonglow tour, by the way) Thanks Tobias Sammet for your work and your art, thanks to all of the artists who are part of this project!

totally in love with everything new that Tobi has come up with

WHAT A MASTERPIECE THIS SONG AND ITS MUSIC VIDEO ARE!!!!.........EVERYTHING ON THIS VIDEO IS INCREDIBLE AND IT'S BASICALLY THE BEST MUSIC VIDEO I'VE WATCHED SO FAR THIS YEAR!.

I keep finding that my favourite album is always Avantasia’s latest. Looks like Moonglow is about to get relegated to second favourite album. Is there any other band as consistently brilliant as Avantasia? Not a bad record at all.

Bob and Tobi's voice combination belongs to the sublime 😍

First time I saw video I instantly remembered Edgar Allan Poe literature! Interesting approach to be honest. I love it!

I love the fact that the guitar riff is straight from the orchestral piece at the end of The Great Mystery. So fitting for Mr. Catley

hermosa canción , hermoso videos. AVANTASIA siempre es y será un placer de escuchar. Mi banda favorita

Desde The Metal Opera, el talento de este tío como compositor es incontestable. Tiene una habilidad innata para hacerte sentir algo especial con su música... Desde que vi el estreno sabía que estas dos bestias iban a ofrecer algo distinto y mágico a su manera. Menuda noche nos hicieron vivir en el Leyendas hace unos años... MAGIA.

Que música incrível! Tobi entregou TUDO e Bob Catley, como sempre, traz uma contribuição absurda! Que música e animação mágicas! Ansiosa para me emocionar com esse álbum novo, assim como aconteceu com todos os outros kkkkkk e quero saber toda a história que esse álbum vai contar

i listened to it over 200 times already and i preorder the album especially when i saw that Floor jansen is on it too

What can i say you can't go wrong with the legendary Bob Catly and Tobias Sammet singing my fav Avantasia song for awhile.

Oh my god another MASTERPIECE from one of the greatest bands of all time! Tobias, you’ve done it again! Can’t stop listening to this - can’t wait for the rest of the album! I’ve been following you since Metal Opera!!! Amazing

Everything about this song is great. Bob's voice is absolutely stunning. Video is beautifully made too. And I heard, that Floor Jansen will sing on this album too. My dreams will come true..

I see ghosts spectre's all around me, that single line, that melody, takes me back to the 90's theme song for some cartoon I used to watch as a child I can't put into words the feelings it brings!!

Muito triste o Brasil não ter tido um show completo. Queria tanto ter ouvido essa música ao vivo. 🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺

Now there needs to be an avantasia cartoon on a streaming service.

1 million views let's go

Another masterpiece i expected no less, so hyped for the new album, The music video is beautiful, dark atmospheric and the instrumental truly captured the essence of the song the magic mystery and excitement. Bob Catley awesome as always, fantastic track.

Great single and video. Good old Tobi...he can't fail!!!!! Can`t wait new album!!

I absolutely love the art style of Avantasia. I can't quite place where I recognize this particular art style, but it's very reminiscent of my childhood

Lost Avantasia out of sight about five years ago or so and found this again, its so epic!

Very nice, GJ folks of Avantasia. I like the Tim Burton vibes you got going on too, it's awesome =)

Dat 80s Magnum Vibes… I love it!!! Thanks for your Music!

I am just completely blown away love the sound very excited to see him working with several people again ..

Fantastic, in the literal sense! Such a "Musical" song that still does Metal. I love how Tobias brings in legends like Bob Catley.

The orchestra build at 2:58 and carry thru is very proud and triumphant I DIG IT

If anyone had ANY doubts as to whether or not this new Avantasia album was going to be any good; their fear have just been completely washed away! The first single was simply sublime, but this song is even BETTER in my opinion. Tobias has spent nearly 3 years putting this masterpiece together and the time, energry, effort, and EMOTION are all paying off in spades now. Absolutely infectious, catchy, thoroughly enjoyable, and instantly memorable. This is going to be a new Avantasia classic song and an immediate fan favorite if performed live. Bob Catley once again shows his iconic and legendary prowess as a vocalist and just helps to elevate an already amazing song to a completely new level.

side note at 3:30 they actually got the boots accurate for a victorian time period with balmoral button boots! nice detail that the animator(s) threw in :)

You played such a beautiful show at Midalidare rock in the wine valley! Love you, Tobi and friends! Your amazing music makes me cry of joy!

Avantasia never disappoints, beautiful song!

Its me or have influence of Tim Burton?.... Love the artwotk and the song, the riff is catchy... 😍🥰

This is going to be great! My favorite band of all time! Avantasia! \M/

Que fantástica voz de Bob "Storyteller's Night" Catley...Tobias Sammet lo hiciste otra vez, pura magia!!!!!

When i tell you guys this easily one the best albums of the year i mean avantasia has proven again why they are absolute amazing band Tobby creation surpass with every avantasia album that comes i swear this man out does himself every album!

What an uplifting song, just what I was needing! Officially excited for the new album now!

Músicas fantástica. Obrigado a todos os envolvidos.

Okay, nothing can beat moonglow for me, but DAMN can you get close! This easily became one of my top 5 favorite Avantasia Songs!

Had the pleasure to watch this song live yesterday (,the day of release)!

Cant wait to hear the full album. Avantasia makes your dreams come true.

That chorus has total 80's Pop vides. Like the Bangals or Bananarama.

Tobias never disappoints

The perfect balance between the a classic Avantasia with Bob and a surprise (the middle instrumental part)!

Happy to be one of the first to hear it Live a day after been released -Midalidare rock 2022

Amazing! This band is so perfect at every track they release

this song and album are testament to why i fell in love with avantasia, back when you guys released 'dying for an angel' 🤘🤘🕯🕯🤘🤘🕯🤘 keep the flame burning! keep on keepin on!

Oh man, i‘m so happy to see Tobi next week in Fulda. Checking the live version of this really cool song. 🤘

Już kocham ten utwór 💓

Bob Catley always present, niiice

Avantasia sounds like magic, adventure, beauty and fantasy. Great video, I love it 🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤.

Liebevoll gemachter Clip. Und die gewohnte AVANTASIA Qualität. Danke Tobi🙂🙂🙂

Everything, as always with Avantasia, could be represented on any album.

la verdad que la evolucion de avantasia es impresionante, desde el 1er disco hasta ahora es increible y gracias a esta banda pude ver a tantos grandes, ver a geoff tatte en vivo, lande, kiske, catley mamitaa que buena banda gracias tobby por tanto!!

After being critical about the hype about Moonglow this is refreshing just love Bob Catley just a pity some reaction channels barely mention Bob or Kateley as he calls him and doesn't own a Magnum album how sad. See Avantasia enough from now on going to enjoy the music

This one will always stay with my life ... I just cant have enough of this tune, voice and riff .... Keep up this Vibe forever guys ;)

Such a beautiful video, awesome melody and after Lavender another song where Bob is Catley is nailing it. Thanks Tobi!!!

Bob Catley is pure magic, what a song, so enchanting background, so Avantasia!

The musical bridge ❤️ it’s simply magical!

I have been listening to this song almost nonstop!, it's a truly magical masterpiece that Tobias has done, i can't wait to hear the whole album this is just soo perfect,

Tobias & Bob - a perfect team. Can't await to see you at Wacken Wednesday ...

Anxiously waiting ❤️

I don't know when I've loved a song as much as the video before.

AHHHHH I AM SO HYPED FOR THIS ALBUM