Swedish extreme metal pioneers ARCH ENEMY have unleashed the title track from their forthcoming twelfth studio album, BLOOD DYNASTY. The full album is slated for release on March 28, 2025.
Founder and guitarist Michael Amott shares about the release of the title track:
“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!”
BLOOD DYNASTY, the 12th studio album from ARCH ENEMY, delivers 11 brand-new tracks brimming with the band’s signature crushing guitar riffs and intense guttural energy.
Less than two months after wrapping up their successful tour with In Flames, Arch Enemy is already announcing their next major concert series. The journey begins in October 2025, marking a special occasion: the Swedish band will be promoting their upcoming album Blood Dynasty, which you can pre-order here.
A line-up of the highest caliber
This tour offers everything that discerning metal fans could hope for. Alongside Arch Enemy, who have been trailblazers in Melodic Death Metal for years, three other bands are set to join the stage, each a highlight in their own right:
Amorphis: The Finnish band captivates with an extraordinary mix of progressive and melodic death metal. Their atmospheric compositions have been enthralling fans for decades.
Eluveitie: Pioneers of folk metal, they blend traditional sounds with powerful metal, earning a loyal fan base worldwide.
Gatecreeper: The rising death metal newcomers from the USA bring high-energy performances and a fresh sound that perfectly complements the line-up.
Tour kicks off in Germany
The tour begins on October 10, 2025, at the Schleyerhalle in Stuttgart, followed by stops across Europe. Tickets can be pre-ordered via the bands oficial website.
Visitors of the “Rising From The North” tour with In Flames and Soilwork already got to enjoy the song live. Now, “Liars & Thieves” is available digitally, giving fans who missed the concerts a chance to dive into the new material.
“Liars & Thieves” is the second single from the upcoming album “Blood Dynasty”. After the first single “Dream Stealer” released in August, “Liars & Thieves” now delivers the album’s powerful finale – a stunning closing track that will be a true highlight for melodic death metal fans. Listen to the track right here:
Arch Enemy’s new album “Blood Dynasty” drops on March 28, 2025 and is available for pre-order now. Collectors can choose from a variety of editions, from exclusive colored vinyl to the deluxe box set, which includes both vinyl, CD, and limited edition art prints. It’s the perfect chance to secure your copy today!
Tracklist of “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 Break the Spell (Bonus Track) Moths (Bonus Track)
Arch Enemy on Tour
Since early October, Arch Enemy have been on a major European tour with In Flames and Soilwork. Here are the remaining dates:
It’s arguably the hottest Melodic Death Metal tour of the year: In Flames and Arch Enemy are hitting the road together on their joint Co-Headliner Tour “Rising From The North”, bringing their fans to a boil with a powerful mix of classic hits and new bangers. They are joined by Soilwork, whose signature sound perfectly rounds off the evening. Since the tour kicked off in England, one thing is clear: This is a must-see tour for any melodic death metal fan.
Birmingham Rocks: An Epic Night with Soilwork, Arch Enemy, and In Flames
The October 5th show in Birmingham delivered an impressive combination of old favorites and fresh tracks, showcasing the musical versatility and consistency of all the bands. It offered a fantastic preview of what to expect when In Flames, Arch Enemy, and Soilwork hit the stages across the rest of Europe.
Soilwork opened the night, captivating the audience with their energetic riffs and powerful performance. With songs like “Stabbing the Drama” and “Spirit of No Return”, they pumped up the crowd and set the stage for an electrifying evening.
Next up was Arch Enemy, shaking the venue with their intense show. Vocalist Alissa White-Gluz wowed the audience with her commanding stage presence, and as classics like “Nemesis” and “The World Is Yours” were played, the crowd went wild.
In Flames closed the night with an awe-inspiring performance, pulling the audience in with their dynamic mix of new songs like “Meet Your Maker” and classics like “Only for the Weak” and “My Sweet Shadow”. Their performance was the perfect climax to an epic night.
Arch Enemy have officially announced their highly anticipated 12th studio album, “Blood Dynasty”. The first single, “Dream Stealer”, which was released in August, gives us a powerful preview of what to expect from the upcoming album – intense, high-energy metal, just as we’ve come to expect from Arch Enemy.
Guitarist Michael Amott expressed his excitement about the new single, saying:
“This is our first new song in a while, and it feels great to be back! It was a lot of fun recording ‘Dream Stealer’ in the studio. The song just has that energy and atmosphere that makes it so exciting to play! Turn up the volume! Metal is immortal!”
Amott also speaks enthusiastically about the new record:
‘This new album pushes the boundaries of what we’ve done before – it’s everything you’d expect from this band and more! We can’t wait for you to hear it and feel the energy we’ve put into every track. Welcome to the Blood Dynasty!’
Arch Enemy’s new album, “Blood Dynasty”, will be released on March 28, 2025, and is available for pre-order now. There are various limited editions available, including colored vinyl and a deluxe box set featuring vinyl, CD, and high-quality art prints. If you want to secure one of these special collector’s items, make sure to act fast!
Tracklist for “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
Break the Spell (Bonus Track)
Moths (Bonus Track)
Arch Enemy are currently on a major co-headliner tour across Europe with In Flames. Joining them as support are Soilwork, delivering a powerful dose of live energy. Here are the remaining Tour dates:
04/10/2024 UK Manchester – Manchester Academy
05/10/2024 UK Birmingham – O2 Academy
06/10/2024 UK London – Eventim Apollo Hammersmith
08/10/2024 FR Paris – Olympia
09/10/2024 LU Esch-sur-Alzette – Rockhal
11/10/2024 DE Hamburg – Sporthalle
12/10/2024 DE Düsseldorf – Mitsubishi Electric Hall
Since the release of their last album Deceiver, it has been pretty quiet around the melodic death metal powerhouse Arch Enemy. Now they are making an impressive comeback with their new single “Dream Stealer.” This song also marks the debut of their new bassist Joey Concepcion, who replaced Jeff Loomis at the end of 2023.
Dream Stealer – A powerful new song
The single offers well-timed tempo changes, melodic parts, and the familiar harsh growls of vocalist Alissa White-Gluz. It’s sure to appeal to anyone who enjoys the harder side of modern Arch Enemy.
Arch Enemy guitarist Michael Amott comments on the new single:
“This is our first new Arch Enemy song in quite a while, and it feels great to be back! It was a lot of fun working on ‘Dream Stealer’ in the studio. This song just has that high energy and twisted atmosphere that makes it so exciting to play! Turn it up, loud and heavy! Metal is immortal!”
Arch Enemy on tour with In Flames
In October, Arch Enemy will be on a big co-headliner tour through Europe with In Flames. Soilwork will also be supporting them. Tickets are available on Eventim.
Tour dates:
03/10/2024 UK Glasgow – O2 Academy
04/10/2024 UK Manchester – Manchester Academy
05/10/2024 UK Birmingham – O2 Academy
06/10/2024 UK London – Eventim Apollo Hammersmith
08/10/2024 FR Paris – Olympia
09/10/2024 LU Esch-sur-Alzette – Rockhal
11/10/2024 DE Hamburg – Sporthalle
12/10/2024 DE Düsseldorf – Mitsubishi Electric Hall
13/10/2024 NL Den Bosch – Mainstage
15/10/2024 CH Zurich – The Hall
16/10/2024 IT Milan – Alcatraz
18/10/2024 DE Stuttgart – Schleyer-Halle
19/10/2024 DE Frankfurt – Jahrhunderthalle
20/10/2024 DE Munich – Zenith
22/10/2024 AT Vienna – Gasometer
23/10/2024 HU Budapest – Barba Negra
25/10/2024 CZ Prague – Sportovní Hala Fortuna
26/10/2024 DE Dresden – Messe
27/10/2024 DE Berlin – Columbiahalle
29/10/2024 NO Oslo – Spektrum
31/10/2024 SE Malmö – Malmö Arena
01/11/2024 SE Gothenburg – Scandinavium
02/11/2024 SE Stockholm – Hovet
03/11/2024 SE Sundsvall – Nordichallen
05/11/2024 FI Helsinki – Ice Hall
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