Elegant Weapons, the hard rock and heavy metal band led by Judas Priest guitarist Richie Faulkner, has released its new single, “Bridges Burn.” The song is the first preview of the upcoming second album, “Evolution,” which will be released on April 24, 2026, via Exciter Records.
Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/pFNFxf5sS38?si=lsJpIceFp9v3Nh6e
The album will be released digitally and on CD on April 24, 2026. A special vinyl edition will follow later in the year. Elegant Weapons consists of top-tier musicians: Richie Faulkner (Judas Priest), singer Ronnie Romero (Rainbow, MSG), bassist Dave Rimmer (Uriah Heep), and drummer Christopher Williams (Accept).
With “Evolution,” the band continues to evolve its sound—combining razor-sharp riffs, catchy melodies, and technical precision with a chemistry forged through touring and constant collaboration. The album was co-produced by Faulkner alongside Andy Sneap (Judas Priest’s touring guitarist, who also produced Priest’s album “Invincible Shield”). Recording took place in Nashville, Europe, and France—a truly global project that reflects the band’s international experience.
Tracklist:
- Evil Eyes
- Generation Me
- Bridges Burn
- Holy Roller
- Come Back to Me
- The Devil Calls
- Thrown to the Wolves
- Shooting Shadows
- Rupture
- Mercy of the Fallen
- Keeper of the Keys
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