TYGERS OF PAN TANG release new album "Electrifyed" in September

 

Photo by Steven Christie Mighty Music is proud to announce the release of “Electrifyed”, the brand-new studio album from NWOBHM pioneers TYGERS OF PAN TANG. The album finds the legendary British metal act returning to a heavier and more aggressive sound while retaining the melodic identity that has defined the band throughout its celebrated career. ““The heavier, the better” that was our mantra throughout the writing and recording of “Electrifyed””, singer Jack Meille comments about the writing process of the record. “We wanted to rediscover the pleasure of being driven by the powerful force of a heavy riff without losing that melodic touch all great Tygers songs have”. Written with a clear artistic vision from the outset, “Electrifyed” draws inspiration from the raw energy of the band’s early years, particularly their landmark debut album “Wild Cat”, while showcasing the chemistry and creativity of the current line-up. The result is a collection of songs built around powerful riffs, memorable melodies and a renewed commitment to the heavy metal traditions the band helped establish. The album also introduces guitarist John Footitt on record for the first time. Joining founding member Robb Weir, Jack Meille, drummer Craig Ellis and bassist Huw Holding, Footitts guitar skills fit the album’s muscular and contemporary sound. To achieve the sonic impact envisioned by the band, Tygers of Pan Tang worked closely with producer and musician Marco Angioni, a longtime friend and collaborator who helped translate the group’s ambitions into a cohesive and powerful final product. The album artwork was once again entrusted to Andy Pilkington of Very Metal Art, whose striking cover concept perfectly captures the spirit and energy of “Electrifyed”. “Electrifyed” will be released on LP (black vinyl, blue vinyl with white splatter and orange vinyl with blue splatter, each limited to 500 copies), digipack CD and digital formats on 11.09.2026, via Mighty Music. Pre-orders are available now via this link. The first two singles off the album, the title track and "Forevermore", are out now on all streaming services. More than four decades after helping launch the New Wave of British Heavy Metal, Tygers of Pan Tang continue to demonstrate why they remain one of the movement’s most enduring and respected names. “Electrifyed” stands as both a tribute to the genre’s roots and a statement of intent for the present day. “It’s time to honour the musical movement that we helped to start - the ’New Wave of British Heavy Metal’. This is a brand new Heavy Metal album from us, steeped in the late 70’s, flavoured from the 80’s and ready for consumption right now!” says founder and guitarist Robb Weir. “Electrifyed” will be released on LP (black vinyl, blue vinyl with white splatter and orange vinyl with blue splatter, each limited to 500 copies), digipack CD and digital formats on 11.09.2026, via Mighty Music. Lineup: Robb Weir: guitar Craig Ellis: drums Jack Meille: vocals Huw Holding: bass John Foottit: guitar Webshop: https://bit.ly/tygers-shop Web: Official site Facebook Instagram X TikTok Bandcamp Spotify Apple Music YouTube Amazon Music Tidal Qobuz Deezer Upcoming live dates: 26.06.26 - Haan Open Air Festival, Haan, DE 24.07.26 - Sound Dog, Breda, NL 25.07.26 - Rock Petrol, Wingene, BE 21.08.26 - The Patriot, Crumlin (Newport), UK 22.08.26 - Chepstow Castle, Chepstow, UK 23.08.26 - Waterloo, Blackpool, UK 12.09.26 - Death Island Festival, Denmark, DK 20.11.26 - Holy Diver, Stockport, UK 21.11.26 - Eleven at 10 Festival, Stoke-on-Trent, UK 26.11.26 - Birdwell Venue, Barnsley, UK 27.11.26 - The Live Rooms, Chester, UK 28.11.26 - Winterstorm Festival, Troon, UK 29.11.26 - Trillians, Newcastle, UK 05.03.27 - Hell Over Hammaburg, Hamburg, DE 11.09.27 - Dot Live, Dunham On Trent, UK "Electrifyed" tracklist: 1. Rise Up!  2. Forevermore  3. The Powers That Be  4. Dark Divinity  5. Electrifyed  6. A Shadow On Fire  7. The Nail  8. The Fight Goes On  9. Dark Skies  10. Revenge Is Sweet  TYGERS OF PAN TANG - "Electrifyed" official video

Taz Taylor Band – “Welcome to America” ESMV1041

Escape Music is pleased to announce the release of Taz Taylor Band “Welcome to America” Featuring Graham Bonnet (Rainbow/Alcatrazz/Michael Schenker Group/solo artist) first time on Vinyl to celebrate 20 years since was released on CD!

The Vinyl will be limited edition of 300 copies only, “TRANSPARENT YELLOW’” colour, all will be numbered 1-300, 180g Audiophile Vinyl...!

 

Taz Taylor Band – “Welcome to America”

Release date: 14th August 2026 

Cat No: ESMV1041 

Bar Code: 5 03128101041 4

Track Listing: 

Side A

01. Fighter’s Fist 4:10 

02. Radio Luxembourg 3:30

03. Parisienne Walkways 2:53 

04. Happy Hour 3:59

05. Haunted 4:31

Side B

06. Welcome to America 4:11

07. Wall of sound 4:19

08. Silent Fall 6:29

09. The reprise  2:33

10. Goodbye Mr C. 6:05

All songs written by Taz Taylor and Graham Bonnet (except track 3 Phil Lynott / Gary Moore, track 9 Taz Taylor and track 10 Bob Daisley / Ozzy Osbourne / Randy Rhoads)

Graham Bonnet - Lead Vocals (Rainbow/Alcatrazz/Michael Schenker Group/solo)

Taz Taylor – All Guitars

Richard Livori - Drums

Dirk Krause – Bass

Bob Miller – Keyboard

Engineered and Produced by Richard ‘Blitz’ Livoni

Vocals recorded at Black Dog Studios, Los Angeles CA

Engineered by Tim Luce 

To celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the 2006 CD release “Welcome to America” here is that classic album released in a limited-edition vinyl format to please fans old and new.

Neil “Taz” Taylor was born in Walsall UK and was influenced by great rock guitarists like Michael Schenker and Gary Moore. With Graham Bonnet on vocals then this is an album that captures the attention of rock fans, as Graham is a household name having featured on classic albums like “MSG Assault Attack” in 1982 and “Rainbow Down to Earth” in 1979..

Taz has his own slant on the guitar sound and can be regarded as a true axeman, elements of Gary Moore, Michael Schenker, Richie Blackmore and doffs of the hat to Eddie Van Halen can all be found here. All backed up with a solid rhythm section and the right amount of keyboards.

This timeless piece of hard rock has not lost its appeal, and this lovely new vinyl reissue is a must-have chunk of classic hard rock.

Milagre Metaleiro Open Air 2026

O cartaz do Milagre Metaleiro Open Air 2026 já está a ganhar uma forma épica… e ainda faltam 2 grandes surpresas por revelar!

Paradise Lost, The Halo Effect, Destruction, The Haunted, Crematory, Primal Fear, Blaze Bayley (com um set especial dedicado aos Iron Maiden), Enforcer e muitas outras bandas já confirmadas prometem fazer da edição de 2026 uma das mais memoráveis de sempre.

E o melhor? O alinhamento ainda não está completo. Ainda faltam duas confirmações de peso que vão elevar ainda mais o cartaz!

Se ainda não garantiste o teu bilhete, esta é a altura certa. Vemo-nos em Pindelo dos Milagres para mais três dias de celebração do metal!

Milagre Metaleiro Open Air 2026

Pindelo dos Milagres – São Pedro do Sul

21, 22 e 23 de agosto de 2026

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The Milagre Metaleiro Open Air 2026 lineup is already looking epic… and there are still 2 major surprises to be announced!

Paradise Lost, The Halo Effect, Destruction, The Haunted, Crematory, Primal Fear, Blaze Bayley with a special Iron Maiden set, Enforcer, and many more confirmed bands are set to make the 2026 edition one of the most unforgettable yet.

And the best part? The lineup isn't complete yet. There are still two major announcements that will take this bill to the next level!

If you haven't secured your ticket yet, now is the perfect time. See you in Pindelo dos Milagres for three days of pure metal!

Milagre Metaleiro Open Air 2026

Pindelo dos Milagres – São Pedro do Sul, Portugal

August 21, 22 & 23, 2026

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American Heavy Metal heroes MEDIEVAL STEEL return to Europe!

 Dragon Productions proudly presents

MEDIEVAL STEEL - CUTS YOU LIKE A KNIFE TOUR 2026

featuring special guest act TEMPLAR

03/12 Austria, Linz, Kapu

04/12 Slovenia, Medvode, Klub Jedro

06/12 Belgium, Diest, Hell

08/12 Germany, Oberhausen, Helvete

09/12 Germany, Oldenburg, MTS

10/12 Germany, Hamburg, Bambi Galore

12/12 Portugal, Lisboa, Heavy Duty Festival

MEDIEVAL STEEL booking: bart@dragon-productions.com

VARDIS – 100 M.P.H. '79 Revisited

Recorded between 1977 and 1980, this first official archive release from NWOBHM pioneers VARDIS captures twelve rare and previously unreleased studio tracks documenting the Wakefield rockers’ earliest fusion of hard boogie and high-velocity heavy rock.

Fully restored and remastered from the original master tapes by Steve Zodiac and Patrick W. Engel, 100 M.P.H. ’79 Revisited delivers the raw signature sound that bridged Status Quo’s boogie drive and Metallica’s speed and bite, now available for the first time in exceptional audio quality.

Tracklist

01 100 M.P.H.

02 Blue Rock

03 Destiny

04 The World’s Insane

05 If I Were King

06 Out of the Way

07 Dirty Money

08 Situation Negative

09 Rock’n’Roll Lullaby

[CD Bonus]

10 Blue Rock

11 Dirty Money

12 The World’s Insane

Released 24 April 2026

CD & LP via High Roller Records

Digital via Hoplite Records 

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