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Gloryhammer and Wizardthrone musical updates
Overview
The power metal band Gloryhammer and its associated musicians have announced significant updates regarding new music and lineup changes.
Multi-instrumentalist Michael Barber announced his departure from Gloryhammer to focus on his project, Wizardthrone. Barber’s new lineup includes Matthew Bell, Keiran Allen, Christopher Bowes, and Isak Olsson. Wizardthrone released the track ‘Death Cycles’ and scheduled a debut London performance for November 2026, followed by a UK and Ireland tour in early 2027.
Simultaneously, Gloryhammer announced their fifth studio album, ‘Space 1993: Wrath of Kor-Virliath’, set for release on October 16, 2026. The album is a narrative sequel to their 2015 release and features eleven tracks across various metal and rock styles. The band also released the single ‘Starfighters of Leuchars’ and announced a European and UK tour to coincide with the album launch.
Entities
Gloryhammer · Napalm Records · Michael Barber · Jacob Hansen · Wizardthrone
Timeline
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[CULTURE] 3 sourcesGloryhammer announces fifth album and upcoming tour
Power metal band Gloryhammer has announced their fifth album, ‘Space 1993: Wrath of Kor-Virliath’, set for release on October 16, 2026, alongside a new single and a European/UK tour.
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[CULTURE] 3 sourcesWizardthrone announces new music and lineup following Michael Barber's departure from Gloryhammer
Michael Barber has left Gloryhammer to focus on Wizardthrone, releasing the new single “Death Cycles” and announcing a London debut in November 2026 followed by a UK/Ireland tour in 2027.
Sources
bravewords.com · kronosmortusnews.com · metal.de · musika.be · rocknloadmag.com