Wizardthrone announces new music and lineup following Michael Barber's departure from Gloryhammer

Multi-instrumentalist Michael Barber has announced his departure from the band Gloryhammer to focus exclusively on his project, Wizardthrone. This transition includes a new lineup consisting of Barber on vocals and guitar, Matthew Bell on guitar, Keiran Allen on bass, Christopher Bowes on keyboards, and Isak Olsson on drums.

Alongside this announcement, the band released “Death Cycles”, their first new music since the 2021 debut album “Hypercube Necrodimensions”. The new track explores melodic death, black, and power metal influences. Lyrically, the song addresses themes of cosmic horror, burnout, and grief.

Wizardthrone is scheduled to perform its first live shows, beginning with a debut in London in November 2026. A tour through the UK and Ireland with Alestorm and Battle Beast is planned for January 2027.