Arch Enemy Announces Lauren Hart as New Vocalist

Arch Enemy, the Swedish melodic death metal band, announced on Wednesday that Lauren Hart, former vocalist of Once Human, has joined as their new frontwoman, replacing Alissa White-Gluz who departed last November. The reveal came alongside the release of their new single, "To the Last Breath," signaling a fresh era for the group after a period of uncertainty.

White-Gluz, who had fronted Arch Enemy since 2014 following Angela Gossow's exit, left after contributing to four albums, including the most recent, "Blood Dynasty," from March 2025. Her departure followed months of speculation within the metal community, with some fans hoping for Gossow's return based on social media hints. Gossow quickly dispelled those rumors in an Instagram post, confirming she would not rejoin. Hart, known for her powerful vocals and stage energy from Once Human's 2015 debut album "The Life I Remember," has also performed as a guest with Kamelot. She confirmed her exit from Once Human, which had been inactive since the 2022 pandemic disruptions.

Founding guitarist Michael Amott expressed enthusiasm about the transition. "Connecting with Lauren has marked an important step in my journey," he said....