Arch Enemy | Blood Dynasty | Century Media Records

Release Date: October 10^th, 2025

Format: Digital/CD/LP

Genre: Melodic Death Metal

Country: Sweden

Arch Enemy, the long running Swedish melodic death metal band formed in the mid nineties, built its name on sharp riffcraft, vivid melodies and a theatrical mix of aggression and uplift. Across decades and several line up shifts, the band held onto a recognisable identity powered by Michael Amott’s writing style and a strong vocal presence. With “Blood Dynasty” they arrive at their twelfth full length and the last as it seems with Alissa on vocals, now that these lines are written.

“Blood Dynasty” plays like the work of a band that knows its terrain and attacks it with sharp precision. The songs move with steady pressure, heavy guitars, soaring leads and Alissa White Gluz in commanding vocal form. The production by Jens Bogren gives everything weight and punch, keeping Arch Enemy’s trademark blend of aggression and melody right at the surface. The album’s core tracks, originally released earlier in the year, still hit with strong hooks and tight structure, and the added material folds neatly into the album’s atmosphere without disrupting its flow.

The singles “Dream Stealer,” “A Million Suns,” “Blood Dynasty,” “Paper Tiger” and “Liars And Thieves” continue to carry that balance of intensity and catchiness that Arch Enemy has refined over many records. Even when the band takes a more melodic route, the guitars keep an edge that prevents anything from drifting into softness. Alissa’s delivery cuts clearly through the mix, shifting from harsh to soaring passages with confidence. The rhythm section, as always with this group, stays steady and powerful, keeping everything grounded and energetic.

The bonus tracks on the Deluxe Edition, including the previously unreleased “Lachrymatory,” add more color and momentum rather than simple extras. They fit naturally into the album’s character, expanding its presence and giving longtime listeners something new without creating a split between the original material and the fresh additions.

“Blood Dynasty” lands as a strong late era Arch Enemy chapter. The band sticks to what they do well, sharp guitars, big hooks, fierce vocals, and a polished melodic attack. It has all the elements that keep fans returning to this band, delivered with the precision of musicians who know their craft inside out. It is energetic, heavy, memorable and built to last through repeated listens. Arch Enemy keept their flame burning bright here. No one is irreplaceable. As Angela was replaced worthily  by Alissa the same will happen. There’s future and after Alissa.

Score: 8.3