Melodic metal band ARCHON ANGEL, featuring SAVATAGE vocalist Zak Stevens and guitarist, songwriter, and producer Aldo Lonobile, have released their new single “Without Eyes” alongside an official visualizer.
The track is the second single from the band’s upcoming third studio album, Beyond The Grave, scheduled for release on December 11, 2026, through Frontiers Music Srl.
The eleven-track album continues the collaboration between Stevens and Lonobile, incorporating melodic metal arrangements, orchestral elements, and the vocal style associated with Stevens’ work in SAVATAGE.
“Without Eyes” examines humanity’s dependence on outside influences
The new single addresses the consequences of allowing external forces to shape individual thought and perception.
According to Zak Stevens, “Without Eyes” uses an allegorical narrative to examine how people increasingly surrender their independence of thought and judgment.
Stevens explained:
“‘Without Eyes’ is an allegorical piece referencing the human condition to transcend time blindly.”
The vocalist elaborated that the song explores the dangers of allowing others to interpret reality on humanity’s behalf, rather than relying on personal experience, independent reasoning, and individual judgment.
He also warned that this dependence could leave societies vulnerable to manipulation by those seeking to exercise power over others.
The song’s themes reflect concerns about personal autonomy, collective decision-making, and the consequences of surrendering critical thinking.
An official visualizer accompanies the single, providing another preview of the forthcoming album.
Beyond The Grave marks the band’s third studio release
ARCHON ANGEL began as a collaboration between Zak Stevens and Aldo Lonobile, drawing inspiration from their shared appreciation for the musical legacy of SAVATAGE.
Over the course of their recordings, the project has developed its own approach to melodic metal, combining prominent guitar arrangements, keyboards, orchestral textures, and Stevens’ distinctive vocal delivery.
With Beyond The Grave, the band continues exploring that musical direction while introducing additional influences into its songwriting.
Stevens described the recording process as an opportunity to expand upon the group’s previous work.
“I’m very excited to announce the release of our third ARCHON ANGEL album, ‘Beyond The Grave’! I thoroughly enjoyed working on this record. I think it’s our strongest effort to date.”
He added that the musicians and songwriting team explored musical ideas that had not previously appeared in the band’s recordings.
The album features eleven compositions, including the title track, “Bloodline,” “Chasing Demons,” “Darkest Hour,” and “As One.”
Zak Stevens and Aldo Lonobile lead the recording lineup
For Beyond The Grave, Stevens handles lead vocals while Lonobile performs guitars and bass.
The lineup also includes drummer Marco Lazzarini and Antonio Agate, who contributes synthesizers, orchestral arrangements, piano, and keyboards.
Lonobile’s involvement as guitarist, songwriter, and producer continues his central creative role in ARCHON ANGEL.
The combination of guitars, keyboards, and orchestral arrangements remains an important part of the band’s musical identity, supporting the melodic and dramatic elements of the compositions.
Beyond The Grave Tracklist
- Beyond The Grave
- Bloodline
- Without Eyes
- You
- Chasing Demons
- Darkest Hour
- Ethereal
- Who Am I
- Asylum
- My Crime
- As One
Beyond The Grave Lineup
- Zak Stevens: Vocals
- Aldo Lonobile: Guitars, bass
- Marco Lazzarini: Drums
- Antonio Agate: Synthesizers, orchestral arrangements, piano, keyboards
The release of “Without Eyes” follows the previously unveiled title track and provides another look at the band’s forthcoming studio material.
Beyond The Grave will be released December 11, 2026, through Frontiers Music Srl. The album is available for preorder, and the official visualizer for “Without Eyes” is available now.