Former ARCH ENEMY Singer ALISSA WHITE-GLUZ Launches New Band BLUE MEDUSA
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Former ARCH ENEMY and THE AGONIST frontwoman Alissa White-Gluz has announced the formation of a band, BLUE MEDUSA. She is joined in the group by guitarists Alyssa Day (MINDSCAR, ABSENTIA) and Dani Sophia (ex-Till Lindemann). Bassist Alicia Vigil (DRAGONFORCE, VIGIL OF WAR) and drummer Delaney Jaster (STITCHED UP HEART) will also take part in BLUE MEDUSA's live shows.
White-Gluz commented on Instagram: "The year of the snake is finally over — now it's time to shed the skin.
"Today, on International Women's Day, I'm proud to announce my new band: BLUE MEDUSA.
"After twenty years performing on the world's biggest stages, I'm entering a new creative chapter. BLUE MEDUSA is the next evolution of everything I’ve been building toward; a project where my full artistic vision can exist without limits. You'll hear blazing guitar solos, crushing riffs, brutal vocals, fast and aggressive drums, thoughtful melodies, and deeply introspective lyrics layered with meaning.
"BLUE MEDUSA features an incredible lineup of musicians: Alyssa Day – guitar; Dani Sophia – guitar. Joining us live on drums and bass will be two absolute powerhouses: Delaney Jaster – drums; Alicia Vigil – bass
"I chose to share this news on International Women's Day because building stronger platforms for women in heavy music is something I care deeply about.
"I've been carving my own path in this genre for a long time, and I want to help pave the road for the next generation of women who love metal as much as I do.
"Medusa turned people to stone… I want to pave the road in sapphire.
"New music is coming soon. First live appearances: Louder Than Life and Aftershock."
In a recent interview with Germany's Metal Hammer magazine, Alissa was asked how difficult it was for her to announce her departure from ARCH ENEMY last November after an 11-year tenure with the extreme metal titans. She responded: "It was definitely difficult but change is always a wild mix of fear and excitement. When you spend that many years with something, it becomes a huge part of your life and identity. So making that announcement wasn't something I took lightly. I had devoted an enormous amount of my creative energy to the project for more than half of my career."
She continued: "I really love music and art, I can't bear to treat it like just another day at the office. That's why I put so much extra care and intention into every lyric, performance, recording, and visual that I do. I felt a real responsibility to handle the announcement with respect for the fans, for the music, and for myself. Just getting straight to the point felt like the only way to honor my past while also stepping confidently into what comes next."
Regarding the reaction to her exit from ARCH ENEMY, Alissa said: "The fans' and industry peers' responses honestly blew me away. There was so much love, encouragement, and genuine support, more than ever before, and it felt incredibly energizing. What really stood out to me was how strongly people connected to the idea of my growth and evolution. It made me feel deeply grateful and also very motivated. It reinforced that the connection we've built is strong, and that it naturally carries forward. That is something I have always been focused on in my career: stepping outside of my comfort zone and outside of the box so that I can have artistic freedom without being typecast. That support gave me a lot of confidence and excitement about the future, because I really do believe that art and artists are meant to evolve."
White-Gluz, former vocalist of Canadian extreme metallers THE AGONIST, joined ARCH ENEMY in 2014 as the replacement for Angela Gossow. Angela, who joined ARCH ENEMY in 2000 and made her debut on the now-classic "Wages Of Sin" (2001),stepped down as frontwoman and is now focusing on management, while Alissa took her place.
ARCH ENEMY released four studio albums with White-Gluz on vocals: "War Eternal" (2014),"Will To Power" (2017),"Deceivers" (2022) and "Blood Dynasty" (2025).
Throughout her career, the now-40-year-old Alissa has consistently used her music as a vehicle for social change, addressing pressing issues such as environmental conservation, veganism, and the ethical treatment of animals.
(Source: www.blabbermouth.net)
