Italian melodic metal veterans FELINE MELINDA are proud to announce the release of their brand-new EP Duets II, arriving on October 2, 2026 via Diotima Records.

Serving as the follow-up to the highly acclaimed Duets EP released in 2019, Duets II once again teams the band up with singer Doris Albenberger, whose distinctive pop-rock voice brings a fresh emotional dimension to some of the band’s most beloved songs.

Celebrating their 40th anniversary this year, FELINE MELINDA embrace both tradition and renewal. Alongside a refreshed visual identity and an updated band logo, Duets II showcases the group’s enduring passion for melodic songwriting while reaffirming their commitment to evolving without losing the sound that has defined their career for four decades.

The EP features five carefully selected songs spanning different eras of the band’s catalogue. Two tracks have been re-recorded as brand-new duet versions revisited with new vocal arrangements, two fan favourites from the Seven era have been added, as well as one song released in 2025 a single, creating a balanced journey through heartfelt ballads, melodic anthems and powerful hard rock.

Strong melodies, memorable choruses and expressive guitar work remain at the heart of FELINE MELINDA‘s music. Guitarists HeadMatt and Francesco Pinter enrich the songs with tasteful solos and melodic textures, while the vocal chemistry between Rob Irbiz and Doris Albenberger adds warmth, depth and new perspectives to every performance. The EP draws inspiration from themes of love, hope, personal growth and emotional resilience, offering listeners a collection that is both intimate and uplifting.

Duets II will be released digitally worldwide through Diotima Records, while a limited CD digipak edition will be available directly from the band for collectors and longtime supporters.

The EP was recorded, edited, mixed and mastered by Marco Ober and Sascha Paeth, while the atmospheric cover artwork was created by Rhett Podersoo.

Tracklist

1. More Than Ever
2. Seventh Heaven
3. Morning Dew
4. Seven Sins Seven Lies
5. Before The Dawn

For nearly four decades, FELINE MELINDA have represented one of Italy’s longest-running melodic metal acts. Formed in South Tyrol in 1986, the band has consistently blended melodic hard rock, power metal, AOR and emotional ballads into a distinctive sound that has earned them a loyal following. With Duets II, FELINE MELINDA celebrate their legacy while proving that inspiration, passion and musical chemistry continue to drive the band forward.

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