Alissa White-Gluz Unleashes BLUE MEDUSA in Berlin Debut

In a thunderous return to the stage, Alissa White-Gluz, the formidable force behind ARCH ENEMY and THE AGONIST, unleashed her new band BLUE MEDUSA at the Corrupted Blood Club Show on September 4, held at the iconic Huxleys Neue Welt in Berlin. This event was draped in secrecy, with the mastermind organizer Maximilian 'HandOfBlood' Knabe keeping fans on their toes until the last moment, and it sold out in a mere day back in November. The atmosphere was electric as BLUE MEDUSA stormed the stage, alongside fellow titans HEAVEN SHALL BURN and KREATOR, captivating a crowd hungry for metal mayhem.

The livestream of this momentous event was nothing short of a digital spectacle, attracting 295,000 unique viewers—most hailing from Germany, France, and the UK—who tuned in to witness the chaos unfold. Hosted by the indomitable White-Gluz, the show was a feast for the senses, even landing a coveted spot on the Twitch homepage in multiple countries, showcasing the band’s rising prominence in the metal scene.

Joining Alissa in BLUE MEDUSA is a powerhouse lineup featuring guitarists Alyssa Day (MINDSCAR, ABSENTIA) and Dani Sophia (ex-Till Lindemann), along with the thunderous rhythm section of bassist Alicia Vigil (DRAGONFORCE, VIGIL OF WAR) and drummer Delaney Jaster (STITCHED UP HEART). This ensemble is set to deliver a ferocious live experience, with upcoming appearances at major festivals including Louder Than Life and Aftershock, and a commanding presence at Wacken Open Air next summer.

BLUE MEDUSA is already making waves with the release of three singles—"Crocodile," "Checkmate," and "Flying Monkey"—that serve as a taste of the chaos to come. Alissa's relentless work ethic has seen her dominate stages across Europe and North America this year, from fronting DRAGONFORCE to surprise collaborations with ICE NINE KILLS and SEPULTURA. Each performance is a declaration that Alissa White-Gluz is not just a vocalist, but a relentless force in the metal landscape, demonstrating a penchant for thrilling her audience at every turn.

As her journey continues, Alissa remains a beacon for change, using her platform to advocate for environmental conservation and animal rights. As she gears up for a triumphant return to DRAGONFORCE for their anniversary tour and already teases festival appearances for 2027, it’s clear that the metal world has not seen the last of this powerhouse. Alissa White-Gluz proves time and again that she is the embodiment of metal resilience, and with BLUE MEDUSA, she’s poised to carve out a new legacy in the annals of heavy music.