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ARCH ENEMY parts ways with singer ALISSA WHITE-GLUZ

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23-11-2025

ARCH ENEMY has parted ways with its singer of the past 11 years, Alissa White-Gluz. No reason was given for her departure.

The band released the following statement via social media: “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 added in a separate statement on her Facebook page: “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. Thank you, Beastlings!

“I can’t wait to share what I have been working on with you all (with some big surprises in store). Stay tuned for big news in 2026 and see you very soon.”

White-Gluz, former vocalist of Canadian extreme metallers THE AGONIST, joined ARCH ENEMY in 2014 as the replacement for Angela GossowAngela, who joined ARCH ENEMY in 2000 and made her debut on the now-classic “Wages Of Sin” (2001), stepped down as frontwoman and is now focusing on management, while Alissa took her place.

ARCH ENEMY recorded three albums with vocalist Johan Liiva — “Black Earth” (1996), “Stigmata” (1998) and “Burning Bridges” (1999) — before Liiva was replaced by German singer Gossow.

ARCH ENEMY released four studio albums with White-Gluz on vocals: “War Eternal” (2014), “Will To Power” (2017), “Deceivers” (2022) and “Blood Dynasty” (2025).

Throughout her career, the now-40-year-old Alissa has consistently used her music as a vehicle for social change, addressing pressing issues such as environmental conservation, veganism, and the ethical treatment of animals.

Back in 2016, it was announced that White-Gluz had signed a deal with Napalm Records for the release of her debut solo album. The following year, she said that her solo LP would feature collaborations with a member of KAMELOT and at least one of her now-former bandmates in ARCH ENEMY.

The now-former-ARCH ENEMY frontwoman said that the idea for a solo project came about as a suggestion from Gossow, who has been managing ARCH ENEMY‘s career for more than a decade and also oversaw Alissa‘s personal affairs.

Last September ARCH ENEMY released the official lyric video for the song “Break The Spell”. The clip was produced by David Provan at 12Inch Media.

Watch “Break The Spell” below.

ARCH ENEMY comments, “‘Break The Spell’ is a raw, introspective journey through despair and resilience. It confronts mortality, fear, and emotional collapse — yet refuses to surrender. Haunting and defiant, it transforms pain into empowerment, offering strength to anyone fighting through dark times.”

ARCH ENEMY‘s twelfth studio album, “Blood Dynasty”, was originally released in March of this year via Century Media Records. The “Blood Dynasty (Deluxe Edition)” will be out October 10, and it comes with three bonus tracks, one of which, “Lachrymatory”, is previously unreleased.

Last month ARCH ENEMY have released an official music video for the song “Illuminate The Path”. The track is taken from the band’s latest album, Blood Dynasty, which arrived on March 28, 2025 via Century Media Records.

Watch “Illuminate The Path” below.

Watch the previously released “A Million Suns”, “Paper Tiger” and “Blood Dynasty” below.

Following the surprise drop of their single “Dream Stealer” in July 2024 and the subsequent release of “Liars & Thieves” in October, “Blood Dynasty” marks the third single offering from the highly anticipated album. The track promises to deliver ARCH ENEMY‘s signature blend of powerful guitar riffs and dynamic vocals, showcasing the band’s evolution while staying true to their roots.

Founder and guitarist Michael Amott shares: “The third single from our upcoming album has arrived, and it’s the title track: ‘Blood Dynasty’! This one shifts gears from the fast and furious energy of our two recent singles, diving deeper into melody and atmosphere. Immerse yourself in this dystopian soundscape!”

Amott previously stated about “Blood Dynasty”: “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’!”

Pre-order Arch Enemy’s new album Blood Dynasty AT THIS LOCATION.

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”

  1. Dream Stealer
  2. Illuminate the Path
  3. March Of the Miscreants
  4. A Million Suns 
  5. Don’t Look Down
  6. Presage
  7. Blood Dynasty
  8. Paper Tiger
  9. Vivre Libre
  10. The Pendulum
  11. Liars & Thieves 
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)

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.

Arch Enemy are
Alissa White-Gluz – Vocals
Michael Amott – Guitars
Joey Concepcion – Guitars
Sharlee D’Angelo – Bass
Daniel Erlandsson – Drums

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