27th February 2026:
Featured Up and Coming Artists:
Finnish rockers Temple Balls are excited to announce the release of their new self-titled studio album, out on February 13, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl.
Temple Balls are back with a brand-new self-titled album, continuing the sonic evolution started with their latest work, “Avalanche”, and delivering an even more personal and refined sound. Once again produced by Jona Tee, the album boasts anthemic choruses, high-energy guitar work, and a thunderous rhythm section - classic Temple Balls, but bolder and better.
Kris Barras Band has returned with a music video for the new standalone ass-kicking single 'All Falls Down'. Reigniting his love of heavy music, this track combines frontman Kris' passion for blazing guitar solos and teeth-gritting riffs with anthemic choruses and fist-pumping chants.
All Falls Down' is only a taster of what Kris Barras Band have in store for 2026, with more exciting announcements on the horizon.
One of modern hard rock's most exciting breakouts in recent years, Kris Barras Band bring all-new arena-sized grit to 2026. Their most recent album Halo Effect debuted at #5 in the UK official album chart on release in April 2024, rubbing shoulders with giants Beyonce and Linkin Park, as well as clinching #1 in the download chart, #1 in the independent chart and #1 in the rock and metal album chart.
Swedish melodic rockers Creye return with renewed energy and ambition on their brand-new album “IV Aftermath”, a record that marks a bold new chapter in the band’s evolution. With the introduction of charismatic new frontman Simon Böös and a partially refreshed line-up, Creye prove once again why they are considered one of the brightest stars in today’s melodic hard rock scene, delivering songs with a distinctly modern edge crafted arrangement.
The band’s latest single is ‘Left In Silence’.
Melodic rockers Frontline are thrilled to reveal their new track, “Burning Horizon”, taken from their upcoming studio album, “Rebirth”, will be released on May 15, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl. With “Rebirth”, German melodic rock pioneers Frontline return with a powerful and emotional statement, opening a new chapter in a career that has helped define European AOR since the late 1980s.
Founded in Nuremberg in 1989, Frontline quickly established themselves as one of the genre’s leading acts, built around the unmistakable voice of Stephan Kämmerer and a songwriting approach rooted in strong melodies, big hooks and album-oriented vision. Over the years, Frontline released a string of acclaimed albums including the genre-defining debut “The State Of Rock” (1994), followed by “Two Faced”, “Heroes”, “Right Attitude”, “Against The World”, “The Seventh Sign”, and “Circles”, earning an international reputation as one of Germany’s most respected AOR exports.
The Gems are on their way to the top! With “Gravity” the Swedish trio reveals a new single off their sophomore album, Year Of The Snake (out March 13, 2026 via Napalm Records). Electrifying and ambitious, The Gems invite Tommy Johansson (Majestica, ex-Sabaton) onto the 80s-inspired track, adding a new dimension to their ever-so-catchy style with the band’s first feature collaboration. Originally all members of Thundermother, The Gems again prove themselves as important new players in hard rock—the album's title track entered the German Rock Radio Airplay Charts on #1!
Mason Hill’s new vocalist Tom Ward is understandably enthusiastic about the new music he and his bandmates are creating, and with good reason. The material recorded so far for the band’s second album is already raising eyebrows from those lucky enough to have heard it.
Twisted’ sees the band take a step towards a darker, heavier sound, the song being one of crushing yearning, the effects of a so-good-even though-it’s so bad relationship and the toll it takes. Huge riffs and thundering drums propel the song whilst keeping the melodies forefront, capped by a stand-out vocal performance by Ward.
Mason Hill are bringing their incendiary live show to more UK venues in the spring.
Melodic metal band Stråle are pleased to unveil their new single and accompanying video, “The Heart You Tore Apart”, the latest taken from their new EP “Reformation”, digitally available now via Frontiers Music Srl.
Stråle is a melodic metal band from Helsinki, Finland, combining Scandinavian melancholy, modern metal power, and cinematic emotion. Formed in 2009, the band has steadily evolved from underground beginnings to become one of Finland’s most exciting metal acts, known for their explosive live energy and massive choruses.
Hard rocking songsmiths Tyketto will release their 6th studio album, Closer To The Sun, through Silver Lining Music on March 20th 2026, and with it, unleash some of their best, supremely crafted rock anthems celebrating the return of this criminally underrated quintet originally founded in New York.
Joined by Harry Scott Elliott on guitar, Ged Rylands on keyboards, Chris Childs (Thunder) on bass and Johnny Dee (Doro) on drums, Front man Danny Vaughn leads a lineup that brings exceptional performances and undeniable fire to every track, reaffirming Tyketto as one of rock’s most respected and enduring names.
Finnish rock band The 69 Eyes is thrilled to announce that they’ve officially joined BLKIIBLK, the heavy metal imprint of Frontiers Label Group.
Starting a brand new chapter in their career, they proudly unveil a new track, titled “I Survive”, along with an official music video.
The song features American guitarist Steve Stevens, best known as Billy Idol's guitarist and songwriting collaborator, and for his lead guitar work on the theme to Top Gun (“Top Gun Anthem”), for which he won the Grammy for Best Pop Instrumental Performance in 1987.
Former Foreigner frontman Lou Gramm is releasing a new solo album titled Released on March 27th 2026, featuring ten archival, 1980s-era rock songs co-written with Bruce Turgon. The album is available for pre-order via Cherry Red Records, with the single "Young Love" already available, featuring Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell.
While still a member of Foreigner, Lou embarked upon a solo career, releasing 'Ready Or Not' in 1987, which featured the huge solo hit, 'Midnight Blue'. It was followed by another smash solo album, 1989’s 'Long Hard Look' featuring the hit, 'Just Between You And Me'. Now in 2026, Lou releases his long awaited third solo offering, the much anticipated, and suitably titled, 'Released'.
Swedish AOR/Melodic rockers Streetlight share today the new single, “Shake That Feeling”, taken from the deluxe edition of their latest studio album “Night Vision”, available digitally via Frontiers Music Srl now.
The debut album showed the world that Streetlight is a band to reckon with, and with “Night Vision” they continue with their distinctive melodies and punchy choruses. The sound still has elements of the melodic rock heydays, wrapped in their own 2025 twist.
News, Music Videos and Gig Announcements:
Wildfire Festival set for another great lineup in 2026:
Set in the stunning surroundings of Wanlockhead, Scotland, the festival that prides itself in championing the up and coming talents returns for another great lineup in 2026. Featuring UK melodic rockers Midnite City, this years event takes place between the 26th to 28th June.
Featuring; Sisters Doll, Blue Nation, Thieves of Liberty, Pyroclast, Big Red Fire Truck, Bad Actress, Ranson, Hard Buds, Electron, A New Nowhere, Fangslinger, Alabama Crow and more!
Tickets and information can be found HERE.
Firevolt Festival current lineup announcements:
Taking place between 7th - 9th August, based in Etherow Country Park, Stockport, Foltvolt once again excels in being one of the most exciting festivals on the calendar in 2026.
Featuring a stunning lineup of; Ricky Warwick & The Fighting Hearts, The New Roses, Renegade, Ward XVI, Fireheart, Doomsday Outlaw, Takeaway Thieves, Shape of Water, Massive Wagons, Wednesday 13, Dare, These Wicked Rivers, Muddi Brooke, LN, Thieves of Liberty, Wildhearts, FM, Cats In Space, Virginmarys, Jack J Hutchinson, Mad Haven and more to be announced!
Day and weekend tickets are available, more information can be found HERE.