Evolution

by Elegant Weapons

Evolution cover art
  • Type: Album
  • Released: 24 April 2026
  • Label: Nuclear Blast
  • Country: United States
  • Length: 54:15
  • Community rating: 3.42/5 from 3 ratings

Album Notes & Community Reviews

This project features Judas Priest guitarist Richie Faulkner and Rainbow singer Ronnie Romero, focusing on a high-fidelity update of the classic heavy metal sound. 'Evolution' emphasizes shred-heavy solos, thunderous rhythm sections, and anthemic choruses that recall the genre's golden era. The production by Andy Sneap ensures a modern, punchy sonic profile while maintaining a traditional spirit.

Genres

Descriptors: Powerful, Virtuosic, Old-school, High-energy, guitar-driven, soaring-vocals, old-school, loud

Tracklist

  1. Evil Eyes (3:32)
  2. Generation Me (3:57)
  3. Bridges Burn (5:23)
  4. Holy Roller (4:45)
  5. Come Back To Me (6:17)
  6. The Devil Calls (5:34)
  7. Thrown To The Wolves (5:00)
  8. Shooting Shadows (4:25)
  9. Rupture (3:53)
  10. Mercy Of The Fallen (4:23)
  11. Keeper Of The Keys (7:02)

Credits

  • Elegant Weapons - primary artist
  • Claudio Bergamin - artwork
  • Dave Rimmer - bass
  • Christopher Williams - drums
  • Richie Faulkner - guitar, producer, written-by
  • Ilene Segal - layout
  • Andy Sneap - mixed by, producer
  • Ronnie Romero - vocals
  • Tom McWilliams - written-by
  • Adam Wakeman - organ
  • Jared James Nichols - guest, lead guitar

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