Former ARCH ENEMY singer ALISSA WHITE-GLUZ launches new band BLUE MEDUSA
09-03-2026
Former ARCH ENEMY and THE AGONIST frontwoman Alissa White-Gluz has announced the formation of a band, BLUE MEDUSA. She is joined in the group by guitarists Alyssa Day (MINDSCAR, ABSENTIA) and Dani Sophia (ex-Till Lindemann). Bassist Alicia Vigil (DRAGONFORCE, VIGIL OF WAR) and drummer Delaney Jaster (STITCHED UP HEART) will also take part in BLUE MEDUSA‘s live shows.
White-Gluz commented on Instagram: “The year of the snake is finally over — now it’s time to shed the skin.
“Today, on International Women’s Day, I’m proud to announce my new band: BLUE MEDUSA.
“After twenty years performing on the world’s biggest stages, I’m entering a new creative chapter. BLUE MEDUSA is the next evolution of everything I’ve been building toward; a project where my full artistic vision can exist without limits. You’ll hear blazing guitar solos, crushing riffs, brutal vocals, fast and aggressive drums, thoughtful melodies, and deeply introspective lyrics layered with meaning.
“BLUE MEDUSA features an incredible lineup of musicians: Alyssa Day – guitar; Dani Sophia – guitar. Joining us live on drums and bass will be two absolute powerhouses: Delaney Jaster – drums; Alicia Vigil – bass
“I chose to share this news on International Women’s Day because building stronger platforms for women in heavy music is something I care deeply about.
“I’ve been carving my own path in this genre for a long time, and I want to help pave the road for the next generation of women who love metal as much as I do.
“Medusa turned people to stone… I want to pave the road in sapphire.
“New music is coming soon. First live appearances: Louder Than Life and Aftershock.”
In November 2025 Alissa White-Gluz released “The Room Where She Died”, the first single from her upcoming debut solo album. The music for “The Room Where She Died” was written by KAMELOT keyboardist Oliver Palotai, while Alissa performed, recorded and wrote all the vocals for the track. White-Gluz also came up with the script for “The Room Where She Died”‘s accompanying music video, which was created by Serbian video production company iCODE Team. In the video, Alissa sports a Dean Tyrant, which is one of ARCH ENEMY guitarist Michael Amott‘s signature models.
Watch “The Room Where She Died” below.
Alissa commented on the solo release: “I hope you love this first offering from my upcoming solo album.
“‘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!”
The announcement came hours after ARCH ENEMY announced it had parted ways with White-Gluz, writing on 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.”
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