"We all walk different paths, heading for the same destination. To Elysium symbolises the tranquillity we all hope to find eventually, whatever its shape may be…" To Elysium started out in 2000 and offers us a fresh view on the "beauty and brutality in harmony"- sound. "Gothic" is a term often used to categorise To Elysium"s music, but also notice the down-to-earth, deathmetal approach of the band. As a specification of their influences they state Tori Amos, Nick Cave, Tool, Slayer and Joy Division… does it help? "We are on our way…" On their debut "Dearest Vile" the band tells us about the wonderful and painful journey and all its sideways offered towards "the pleasure ground": "Dearest Vile" is the report of their journey to Elysium… With overwhelming feedback on their "Collision Course"- demo and a consistent line-up featuring (ex-) members from Altar, Seraphique and Black Out, the band already gained a lot of live-experience playing many shows as well as festivals. Presenting a great production, highly skilled musicians and catchy, well arranged songwriting capturing a great atmosphere To Elysium shows the world there are more great Dutch atmospheric acts besides After Forever and Within Temptation! The rumors about the break up of To Elysium are true. After two studio albums we decided to continue our musical roads separated.