Nicoletta Rosellini
Nicoletta Rosellini | |
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 Rosellini live with Alterium in 2025 | |
| Background information | |
| Born | April 27, 1991 Lucca, Italy |
| Genres | Symphonic metal, Power metal, Gothic metal |
| Occupation | Singer |
| Years active | 2010–present |
| Member of | Alterium, Walk in Darkness, The Erinyes |
| Formerly of | Kalidia, Vivaldi Metal Project |
| Website | nicolettarosellinimusic |
Nicoletta Rosellini (born 27 April 1991 in Lucca, Italy) is an Italian metal singer, active in the symphonic, power and gothic metal genres. She is the founder and lead vocalist of the band Alterium, the singer of Walk in Darkness, and the former frontwoman of Kalidia. Rosellini has participated in various international metal projects and publishes cover versions on her YouTube channel.[1][2]
Early life and education
[edit]Rosellini began studying piano at the age of seven, although none of her family members were professional musicians. At the age of sixteen she joined her first rock band as a singer, marking the start of her vocal career.[2]
After the release of Kalidia's debut album Lies' Device in 2014, she decided to take professional vocal lessons to improve her technique, having previously been largely self-taught.[3]
Alongside her musical activities, Rosellini studied veterinary medicine at the University of Pisa, graduating in 2018 and passing the national licensing exam the same year.[2]
Musical career
[edit]Current projects
[edit]Alterium
[edit]In late 2022, Rosellini founded the symphonic power metal band Alterium together with former Kalidia bandmates and additional members.[1]
The band's debut album, Of War and Flames, produced by Lars Rettkowitz of Freedom Call, was released in 2024 through AFM Records, with additional editions issued in Japan and Brazil. Since the release of the album, Alterium have played at festivals including Epic Fest (Denmark) and Brainstorm Fest (Netherlands), Rimini Comix (Italy), and are scheduled for further European shows as well as their U.S. debut at ProgPower USA in 2025.[4]
Alterium is scheduled to support Fabio Lione's Dawn of Victory performing Rhapsody tour as an opening act during the second half of 2025.[5]
On 25 July 2025, Alterium released the four-track EP Stormrage, serving as a bridge towards their second full-length album, expected in 2026.[4][6]
Walk in Darkness
[edit]Walk in Darkness was formed in 2015, with Rosellini on vocals as the only publicly identified member.[7]
The project is led by guitarist and songwriter Shaman and operates exclusively as a studio act, stating it would consider live performances only as part of a full-scale conceptual production. Rosellini has described the band's music as atmospheric and philosophical, contrasting it with the more melodic power metal style of Kalidia.[3]
As of 2025, recording sessions for a fifth album were underway, with a release expected later that year.[2]
The Erinyes
[edit]In 2022, Rosellini became part of The Erinyes, an international symphonic metal project created by Frontiers Music. The lineup features three lead vocalists – Rosellini, Justine Daaé of Elyose, and Mizuho Lin of Semblant – brought together specifically for this collaboration.[8]
The group's self-titled debut album was released the same year. It combines elements of symphonic and power metal with a strong focus on vocal harmonies and theatrical arrangements.[9]
In a 2025 interview, Rosellini confirmed that she had recorded vocals for the band's second album earlier that year, with its release expected by the end of 2025.[10]
Other musical activities
[edit]In addition to her main bands, Rosellini has pursued several side projects and collaborations across different musical genres.
Since 2019, she has been publishing music videos on her YouTube channel, mainly consisting of covers across rock, pop, metal, and folk, increasingly supported by fan contributions.[2][11]
She is also part of the small collaborative project Le Tre Disgrazie with musicians Irene Shapes and Eleonora Damiano, releasing occasional independent songs.[2][12]
As a guest vocalist, she has appeared on releases by various metal acts, including Mortemia. She also contributed to the neoclassical White Circle Project, led by pianist Paolo Pagnani.[13][14]
Former projects
[edit]Kalidia
[edit]Rosellini co-founded Kalidia in 2010 and served as the band's lead vocalist and lyricist. The band released its debut album, Lies' Device, independently in 2014. According to Rosellini, the record was their first studio effort and created with little prior experience.
Their second album, The Frozen Throne, was released in 2018 through Inner Wound Recordings. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Kalidia re-recorded and reissued Lies' Device with updated production.[15][1][16]
The band officially announced their breakup in March 2023.[17]
In later interviews, Rosellini confirmed the split and stated that several songs on Alterium's debut album had originally been written during her time with Kalidia.[1]
Vivaldi Metal Project
[edit]Rosellini was involved with the Vivaldi Metal Project between 2016 and 2022. She contributed vocals to both of the project's studio albums, The Four Seasons (2016) and EpiClassica (2022).[18][19]
She was also part of the project's live lineup, performing in theatrical concerts and appearing on the 2018 live DVD release.[20]
Rosellini departed in 2022, citing scheduling conflicts and logistical challenges.[10]
Vocal style
[edit]Rosellini has received professional vocal training and describes herself primarily as a contralto, while also being able to perform within mezzo-soprano range. Her singing style varies depending on the project: in Walk in Darkness she employs softer, lower vocal lines, whereas in Kalidia and Alterium she makes frequent use of powerful belting.[21][22][23]
Influences
[edit]Rosellini has cited vocalists such as Roy Khan, Fabio Lione, and Russell Allen as influences, highlighting their melodic phrasing and vocal power. She has also mentioned bands including Stratovarius, Symphony X, and Beast in Black as inspirations. As a lyricist, her work draws on fantasy literature, mythology, and video games, particularly role-playing titles such as World of Warcraft, and incorporates steampunk, medieval, and historical themes.[3][24]
Personal life
[edit]Outside her musical career, Rosellini works as a veterinarian.[10]
She is also active as an online content creator on various social media platforms, where she shares behind-the-scenes impressions and tour experiences. She regularly participates in gaming and cosplay events and has created a themed "Nerd Show" featuring songs from video games, films, and television series.
In addition, she collaborates with alternative and gothic fashion brands as an influencer, although she does not work as a professional model.[2][16]
Discography
[edit]Alterium
[edit]- Stormrage EP (2025)
- Of War and Flames (2024)
Kalidia
[edit]- Lies' Device (2014)
- The Frozen Throne (2018)
- Lies' Device – reissue (2021)
Walk in Darkness
[edit]- In the Shadow of Things (2017)
- Welcome to the New World (2018)
- On the Road to Babylon (2020)
- Leaves Rolling in Time (2023)
The Erinyes
[edit]- The Erinyes (2022)
Vivaldi Metal Project
[edit]- The Four Seasons (2016)
- EpiClassica (2022)
References
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- ^ a b c d e f g Wölfi. "NICOLETTA ROSELLINI – ein Portrait der italienischen Ausnahmesängerin". BurnYourEars Webzine (in German). Retrieved 2025-08-17.
- ^ a b c Marcio, Paulo (2020-11-24). "Entrevista exclusiva: Nicoletta Rosellini - Headbangers Brasil" (in Brazilian Portuguese). Retrieved 2025-08-17.
- ^ a b "Biography". Alterium Official Website. Retrieved 2025-08-17.
- ^ Legion, Metal (2025-07-31). "FABIO LIONE'S DAWN OF VICTORY: menos de dos meses para su gira española". METAL LEGION (in Spanish). Retrieved 2025-08-17.
- ^ Saalfeld, Von Klaus (2025-07-14). "Alterium – Stormrage (EP)". Hellfire-Magazin (in German). Retrieved 2025-08-17.
- ^ "Walk In Darkness". Metal Hammer (in Italian). Retrieved 2025-08-17.
- ^ Srl, Frontiers Music. "Frontiers Music Srl | Record Label". Frontiers Music Srl. Retrieved 2025-08-17.
- ^ "The Erinyes – Album Review: The Erinyes". Metal Gods TV. 2022-10-10. Retrieved 2025-08-17.
- ^ a b c "Alterium 2024 – Interview with Nicoletta Rosellini". metal.qualicad.com. Retrieved 2025-08-17.
- ^ "Nicoletta Rosellini". YouTube. Retrieved 2025-08-17.
- ^ "Chi ha detto che siano davvero Tre Disgrazie?" (in Italian). Retrieved 2025-08-17.
- ^ Jerneja (2024-04-26). "MORTEMIA - Releases New Single And Video From Upcoming Album Featuring Nicoletta Rosellini From Alterium And Walk In Darkness". Terra Relicta. Retrieved 2025-08-17.
- ^ Cadoni, Miriam (2025-06-18). "WHITE CIRCLE PROJECT - Neapolitan beautiful and enthralling melodies". Femme Metal Webzine. Retrieved 2025-08-17.
- ^ Franceschini, Corrado. "22-02-2020 Intervista con Nicoletta Rosellini (Kalidia) @ Condor Club - allaroundmetal.com". www.allaroundmetal.com (in Italian). Retrieved 2025-08-17.
- ^ a b Montini, Luca (2021-07-25). "Intervista Kalidia (Nicoletta Rosellini) - truemetal.it". True Metal (in Italian). Retrieved 2025-08-17.
- ^ N, Windu (2023-03-23). "KALIDIA Announces That Its Career Journey Has Ended". Metal Opera. Retrieved 2025-08-17.
- ^ Kenning, Allyson. "Vivaldi Metal Project - The Four Seasons". soniccathedral.com. Retrieved 2025-08-17.
- ^ Mejia, Checo (2022-03-09). "VIVALDI METAL PROJECT – EpiClassica 🇮🇹 (Album Review) - The Dark Melody" (in Spanish). Retrieved 2025-08-17.
- ^ "Live Concert Premieres 2018 [DVD boxed-set] from Vivaldi Metal Project". Vivaldi Metal Project. Retrieved 2025-08-17.
- ^ BenPMF (2024-01-26). "Interview avec Alterium". Power Metal France (in French). Retrieved 2025-08-17.
- ^ Codingest (2019-05-21). "Kalidia". WildSpiritz Magazine. Retrieved 2025-08-17.
- ^ Wood, Mirk (2020-11-27). "Walk in Darkness – Interview with Nicoletta Rosellini & 'On The Road to Babylon' Album Review - FemMetal - Goddesses of Metal - Promoting women in Metal and Rock". Retrieved 2025-08-17.
- ^ "Alterium – The Power of Fantasy | Dead Rhetoric". deadrhetoric.com. Retrieved 2025-08-17.
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