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

 



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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



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🔥 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
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📅 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
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