The extreme power metal collective DragonForce has officially confirmed a significant addition to its lineup. Alissa White-Gluz, recognized for her work with Arch Enemy and The Agonist, has joined the group as its second lead vocalist and first frontwoman. The band characterized this recruitment as a major expansion of their creative efforts, aimed at evolving the genre as they enter their third decade of activity. Founding member Herman Li stated that the union of these two forces marks the start of a pivotal year for the band.
The new lineup is scheduled to perform its debut live sets starting Saturday, May 9, 2026, at the Welcome To Rockville festival, followed by a set on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at Sonic Temple. These performances coincide with the 20th anniversary of the band’s influential album, Inhuman Rampage. In addition to live appearances, the band has indicated that they are currently working on new material in the studio featuring White-Gluz.
