AVANTASIA THE METAL OPERA PART I 25th Anniversary Edition On July 24th, 2026, we proudly present the return of a truemilestone in metal history AVANTASIA The Metal Opera Part I, reissued as a 25th Anniversary Vinyl Edition. Originally released in2001, the album marked the beginning of Tobias Sammets visionary project AVANTASIA and redefined the possibilities of symphonicand power metal. With an extraordinary lineup of guest musicians and vocalists, The Metal Opera Part I quickly became a genredefining release and laid the foundation for one of metals most ambitious ongoing sagas. For this special anniversary edition, thealbum is presented in its definitive vinyl form for the very first time, featuring a dedicated vinyl master personally created by MikaJussila, ensuring optimal sound quality tailored specifically for the analog format. This release comes as a premium 2LP set on 180gheavyweight vinyl, housed in a beautifully designed gatefold sleeve, reflecting the epic scale and storytelling spirit of the original work.A landmark release and a longawaited opportunity to experience the album in its most powerful and authentic vinyl presentation todate.
