In a shock announcement that has left the metal community reeling, Swedish melodic death metal band Arch Enemyhave officially split with Canadian vocalist Alissa White-Gluz after a 12-year working relationship. Thus, closing the chapter on the third singer in the band’s history.
Both parties released synchronised statements about the breakup that were brief, amicable, and set an optimistic tone about future plans.
Arch Enemy’s message:
Arch Enemy have parted ways with singer Alissa White-Gluz. We’re thankful for the time and music we’ve shared and wish her all the best. Wherever there is an ending, there is also a beginning. See you in 2026.
Alissa White-Gluz
Alissa White-Gluz’s message:
After 12 years in Arch Enemy, we have parted ways. I am forever thankful to the thousands of amazing fans I have met along the way. I can’t wait to share what I have been working on with you all. Stay tuned for big news in 2026 and see you very soon.
Arch Enemy
Interestingly, in the case of Alissa White-Gluz we did not have to wait long to get a glimpse of what was in store. With the singer almost immediately declaring the upcoming release of her solo album, and sharing a new song and accompanying video for “The Room Where She Died”.
Alissa on the new track:
The Room Where She Died” is a song that feels truly satisfying to me; like I get to express myself in so many ways that have been dormant for years. This upcoming album is diverse; and I love the idea of opening up this new chapter with this song and video, which I wrote the script for.
Can’t wait to share more with you!
Alissa White-Gluz
The track certainly marks a new direction for Alissa White-Gluz creatively, and just shows the breadth of her versatility. We’ll keep you posted as more developments unfold with her new solo album, and equally, the upcoming plans for Arch Enemy and their new vocalist.
After the surprise drop of their latest single Dream Stealer on July 31st, extreme metal legends Arch Enemy are back with more exciting news: The Swedes are pleased to announce their 12th studio album, Blood Dynasty, a long player with 11 new tracks full of Arch Enemy’s powerful signature guitar riffs, guttural force and clean vocal surprises.
Pre-order Arch Enemy’s new album Blood DynastyHERE.
Arch Enemy founder and guitarist Michael Amott shares about the new album:
This new album pushes the boundaries of what we’ve done before—it’s everything you’ve come to expect from this band, and then some! We can’t wait for you to hear it and feel the energy we’ve poured into every track. Welcome to the Blood Dynasty!
Tracklist “Blood Dynasty”
Dream Stealer
Illuminate the Path
March Of the Miscreants
A Million Suns
Don’t Look Down
Presage
Blood Dynasty
Paper Tiger
Vivre Libre
The Pendulum
Liars & Thieves
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Blood Dynasty is available for pre-order in the following formats:
Special Edition CD (11 tracks) Special Edition CD (US version) (11 tracks) Ltd. Deluxe CD Box Set (11 + 2 bonus tracks) Ltd. Deluxe A/B split (red&golden) LP (11 tracks) + bonus LP (2 tracks) + CD Artbook (13 tracks) & art print black LP & LP-Booklet (11 tracks) Ltd. deep blood red LP & LP-Booklet (11 tracks) Ltd. grey LP & LP-Booklet (11 tracks) Ltd. transp. red LP & LP-Booklet (11 tracks) Ltd. creamy white LP & LP-Booklet (11 tracks) Ltd. dark green LP & LP-Booklet (11 tracks) Ltd. bright gold LP & LP-Booklet (11 tracks) Ltd. red blood splatter (clear-red splatter) LP & LP-Booklet (11 tracks) Ltd. Liquid Blood Vinyl (limited to 666 copies) (11 tracks) Ltd. black ice LP & LP-Booklet (US version) (11 tracks) Ltd. milky clear LP & LP-Booklet (US version) (11 tracks) Ltd. tangerine colored LP & LP-Booklet (US version) (11 tracks) Digital album (11 tracks)
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Next to the limited deluxe editions that feature 2 exclusive bonus tracks, fans can direct their attention to the Ltd. Liquid Blood Vinyl that is exclusively available in the band stores and limited to 666 copies.
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Arch Enemy has recently embarked on their “Rising From The North” co-headline tour alongside In Flames as well as special guests Soilwork. The tour will be hitting 25 cities in October and early November throughout Europe:
Europe Co-Headliner Tour with In Flames & Soilwork 3-Oct-2024: UK – Glasgow, O2 Academy 4-Oct-2024: UK – Manchester, Manchester Academy 5-Oct-2024: UK – Birmingham, O2 Academy 6-Oct-2024: UK – London, Eventim Apollo Hammersmith 8-Oct-2024: France – Paris, Zenith 9-Oct-2024: Luxembourg – Esch-sur-Alzette, Rockhal 11-Oct-2024: Germany – Hamburg, Sporthalle 12-Oct-2024: Germany – Düsseldorf, Mitsubishi Electric Hall 13-Oct-2024: Netherlands – Den Bosch, Mainstage 15-Oct-2024: Switzerland – Zurich, The Hall 16-Oct-2024: Italy – Milan, Alcatraz 18-Oct-2024: Germany – Stuttgart, Schleyer-Halle 19-Oct-2024: Germany – Frankfurt am Main, Jahrhunderthalle 20-Oct-2024: Germany – Munich, Zenith 22-Oct-2024: Austria – Vienna, Gasometer 23-Oct-2024: Hungary – Budapest, Barba Negra 25-Oct-2024: Czech Republic – Prague, Sportovni Hala Fortuna 26-Oct-2024: Germany – Dresden, Messe 27-Oct-2024: Germany – Berlin, Velodrom 29-Oct-2024: Norway – Oslo, Spektrum 31-Oct-2024: Sweden – Malmö, Malmö Arena 1-Nov-2024: Sweden – Gothenburg, Scandinavium 2-Nov-2024: Sweden – Stockholm, Hovet 3-Nov-2024: Sweden – Sundsvall, Nordichallen 5-Nov-2024: Finland – Helsinki, Ice Hal
Shortly after finishing off Europe, Arch Enemy will continue their live shows with an extensive headliner tour in Mexico.
Tour Dates – Mexico 12-Nov-2024: Toluca De Lerdo, Mexico – Teatro Morelos 13-Nov-2024: Cuernavaca, Mexico – Teatro Ocampo 15-Nov-2024: Cholula, Mexico – Teatro Explanada Puebla 16-Nov-2024: Pachuca De Soto, Mexico – Auditorio Explanada Pachuca 17-Nov-2024: Boca Del Río, Mexico – Foro Boca 20-Nov-2024: Morelia, Mexico – Teatro José María Morelos 21-Nov-2024: San Luis Potosí, Mexico – Cineteca Alameda 22-Nov-2024: Santiago De Querétaro, Mexico – Teatro Metropolitano 24-Nov-2024: Aguascalientes, Mexico – Auditorio DIMO 27-Nov-2024: San Pedro Garza García, Mexico – Showcenter Complex 29-Nov-2024: Ciudad Juárez, Mexico – Anitas’ Convention Center 30-Nov-2024: Chihuahua, Mexico – Arena Corner Sport 3-Dec-2024: Tijuana, Mexico – Estacionamiento El Foro Jai Alai 5-Dec-2024: León, Mexico – Teatro Manuel Doblado 6-Dec-2024: Zapopan, Mexico – C4 Concert House 8-Dec-2024: Ciudad Obregón, Mexico – Magno Center 10-Dec-2024: Mérida, Mexico – Auditorio La Isla Mérida 11-Dec-2024: Ciudad De México, Mexico – Circo Volador
