Arch Enemy have officially entered their next chapter.
The Swedish melodic death metal lifers have introduced Lauren Hart (formerly of Once Human) as their new lead vocalist, releasing “To the Last Breath”
as her first recording with the band. The track arrives with an official music video and serves as Arch Enemy’s first new release since the departure of longtime frontwoman Alissa White-Gluz, who exited the group in late 2025. Source
“To the Last Breath” is framed as both a reset and a reaffirmation, built on the band’s familiar blend of sharp melodic leads, tight rhythm guitar churn, and arena sized hooks anchored by extreme vocals. Founder and guitarist Michael Amott praised Hart’s vocal ability and approach, calling their collaboration “an important step” and emphasizing her “dedication and professionalism.” Source
Amott also described the new single as a statement of intent, saying it aligns with his original vision for the band and centers lyrically on clarity, resistance, and pushing back against manipulation. Source
Hart’s arrival closes a loud week of fan speculation. Rumors swirled that classic era vocalist Angela Gossow might be returning after social media teases, but reports note the band is not reuniting with Gossow and is instead moving forward with Hart as the new voice up front. Source
Back to the Root of All Evil: European Club Dates
To launch the new lineup in front of fans, Arch Enemy have announced an intimate run of European club shows for summer 2026 under the banner “Back to the Root of All Evil.” The tour begins July 19 in Berlin and concludes August 11 in Manchester, with stops across Scandinavia and mainland Europe, plus UK dates in London and Manchester. Source
Arch Enemy 2026 European tour dates (announced):
- July 19 Berlin, DE — Bi Nuu
- July 21 Copenhagen, DK — Pumpehuset
- July 22 Stockholm, SE — Kollektivet Livet
- July 24 Helsinki, FI — Tavastia
- July 25 Tallinn, EE — Helitehas
- July 27 Krakow, PL — Hype Park
- Aug 2 Cologne, DE — Club Volta
- Aug 3 Paris, FR — La Maroquinerie
- Aug 5 Vitoria, ES — Jimmy Jazz
- Aug 9 Utrecht, NL — Tivoli Pandora
- Aug 10 London, UK — The Underworld
- Aug 11 Manchester, UK — Rebellion
For Arch Enemy, a band that has survived multiple lineup shifts without softening the blade, “To the Last Breath” reads like a mission statement: new voice, same warpath, and a deliberate return to sweatbox rooms where the riffs hit harder and the distance between band and crowd disappears.
If this is the first signal of what’s coming next, Arch Enemy aren’t easing into their future. They’re kicking the door in.
