DRAGONFORCE made history at Welcome To Rockville festival in Daytona Beach, Florida on May 9, 2026, taking the stage for the very first time with new frontwoman Alissa White-Gluz. The Swedish vocalist, known internationally for her decade-long run with ARCH ENEMY, officially joined DRAGONFORCE earlier this year and today's performance marked the live debut of this landmark lineup.
The set was a celebration on two fronts: beyond the new chapter with Alissa, the band is commemorating the 20th anniversary of their breakthrough album Inhuman Rampage, released in 2006. That record, which featured the global hit "Through the Fire and Flames," catapulted DRAGONFORCE into mainstream consciousness worldwide and remains one of the defining releases in power metal history.
White-Gluz's addition to DRAGONFORCE's ranks has generated enormous buzz across the metal world. With her soaring, classically influenced voice and commanding stage presence, she brings a new dynamic energy to a band already known for their high-octane performances. Guitarist Herman Li confirmed in a recent interview that the band wrote material with her voice specifically in mind.
The Welcome To Rockville debut drew a massive crowd at Daytona International Speedway, with fans from across the globe tuning in to watch streams and fan footage online. Social media erupted with clips and reactions almost immediately after the first song hit.
DRAGONFORCE will continue touring through 2026 in support of this new era. No new album announcement has been made yet, but the band has hinted that new music is in progress and the collaboration with Alissa is already shaping the next chapter of their sound.