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Extreme Power Metal Icons DRAGONFORCE Unveil Alternate Version of Recent Single “Doomsday Party”, Now as a Duet with Elize Ryd (Amaranthe)!
Watch the Official Music Video for “Doomsday Party” (feat. Elize Ryd) HERE
Extreme power metal unit DRAGONFORCE has released a new version of their single “Doomsday Party”, now unveiled as a duet with Elize Ryd (AMARANTHE)! This version will be included as a bonus track on some editions of DRAGONFORCE’s highly anticipated upcoming album Warp Speed Warriors, out on March 15, 2024 via Napalm Records. Led by guitarists Sam Totman and Herman Li – the latter also known for his successful Twitch channel – the Grammy-nominated band has gained millions of YouTube views on their music videos and boasts nearly 2M monthly listeners on Spotify. On “Doomsday Party”, 80s rock influences meet captivating retro video game soundscapes and epic guitar solos in true DRAGONFORCE manner, and the original version of the track has already reached over half a million Spotify streams. Elize Ryd’s stunning vocal performance gives the song a new edge.
DRAGONFORCE recently finished their massively successful North American headline tour, which featured a brand-new setlist and stage production, as well as special guests AMARANTHE, NANOWAR OF STEEL and EDGE OF PARADISE on several sold out dates! Now, DRAGONFORCE is preparing for their epic European co-headline tour with AMARANTHE and special guests INFECTED RAIN. Kicking off in February 2024 in Hamburg, the tour is selling out fast with shows already sold out months in advance. Get your tickets while they last! Check out the music video for the new version of “Doomsday Party” (feat. Elize Ryd) below!!
Herman Li on “Doomsday Party” (feat. Elize Ryd):
“I’ve been a big fan of Amaranthe since their DEMO release. After our mini collab on my Twitch livestream to produce the track ‘Cyber Sausage Fest’, we were thrilled when Elize was able create with DragonForce, this special duet version of the song. I just love listening to her incredible singing, and Elize’s power dynamic performance on Doomsday Party is pure eargasm. I am sure both DragonForce and Amaranthe fans will adore this version of the song too. I’m eagerly anticipating sharing the stage together on our upcoming European co-headline tour!”
Elize Ryd on the collaboration:
“One of the most crazy and fun collaborations since the Cyber Sausage Fest Song. What a banger Doomsday Party is! This song makes every cell in my body hyped, that’s what I love about DragonForce’s music. I was extremely happy when I received the request to join in on this track. The vocal recording took place in Stockholm with Jona Tee from H.E.A.T.
Finally, I wanna say that it is a huge honor for me to officially take part in DRAGONFORCE’s history. Thank you so much for having me. It was incredibly fun to tour with you in the USA and Canada. Can’t wait to see you again on Tour in the UK and Europe!”
New Studio Album, Warp Speed Warriors, out March 15, 2024 via Napalm Records | Pre-Order HERE!
Herman Li on Warp Speed Warriors:
“After four years of creative incubation, we are beyond excited to release what we believe to be our most ambitious and grandiose record yet. This album showcases multiple facets of our artistic abilities, and we invite metal aficionados from every corner of the genre to discover something captivating within its layers. We can’t wait to share this chapter of our musical journey with you, it’s going to be EPIC!”
Warp Speed Warriors was produced, mixed and mastered by Damien Rainaud at Mix Unlimited in Los Angeles, California with Sam Totman and Herman Li. This album is a matchless, innovative listening experience that continues the band’s legacy with songs that will, without a shadow of a doubt, become instant classics in and beyond the DRAGONFORCE canon.
Pre-Order Your Copy of Warp Speed Warriors NOW:
Warp Speed Warriors Tracklist:
1 Astro Warrior Anthem
2 Power of the Triforce
3 Kingdom of Steel
4 Burning Heart
5 Space Marine Corp
6 Doomsday Party
7 Prelude to Darkness
8 The Killer Queen
9 Pixel Prison
Warp Speed Warriors will be available in the following formats:
● 2CD Deluxe Box incl. Bonus Jewel Case CD with 5 bonus tracks, wristband (embroided), poster flag (100x70cm), gaming coin keyring/pendant (with leathercord), packed in a gym bag (Napalm Records Mailorder exclusive) – strictly limited to 300 copies worldwide
● 1LP Gatefold TURQUOISE marbled Vinyl incl. slipmat, record butler (Napalm Records Mailorder exclusive) – strictly limited to 200 copies worldwide
● 1LP Gatefold PURPLE Vinyl (Napalm Records Mailorder exclusive) – strictly limited to 400 copies worldwide
● 1LP Gatefold ORANGE Vinyl (Retail UK exclusive) – strictly limited to 300 copies
● 1LP Gatefold BLACK Vinyl
● 1CD Digisleeve incl. 1 Bonus Track
● Digital Album incl. 3 Bonus Tracks
