Masterplan - 'Metalmorphosis' (official visualizer video)

Break me or bend me,
Watch me grow!
Steel inside begins to glow.
Forged in fire, born in steel,
Hardened heart, but I still feel.
Gears are turning, veins running cold, once again.

The iron skin, a rusted past,
Shedding weakness, built to last.

Breaking the Chains - Metalmorphosis
Reborn anew from all the pain,
I'm the one who will control this,
Steel and sorrow in my veins.

A future world of Metalmorphosis
Open my heart, just let it be.
I'm the one who now composes
And now the change begins.

Last call to remember,
The love, the pain,
The storms we faced, the sun and rain.
A shining beast in neon light,
Every fracture fuels my fight,
A creature born from twisted might.

Now I rise in a new display
Shining bright

Breaking the Chains - Metalmorphosis
Reborn anew from all the pain,
I'm the one who will control this,
Steel and sorrow in my veins.

A future world of Metalmorphosis
Open my heart, just let it be.
I'm the one who now composes
And now the change begins.

I’ve found my power, no mask to wear,
An alloy soul, unbreakable, rare.
I’m the king of chaos, I’ll never fall

C-part 2:
Chaos is mine, I’m in control
In the storm I rise, unshaken, whole
I’m a force, forever made.

Breaking the Chains - Metalmorphosis
Reborn anew from all the pain,
I'm the one who will control this,
Steel and sorrow in my veins.

A future world of Metalmorphosis
Open my heart, just let it be.
I'm the one who now composes
And now the change begins.

I’m a force, forever made.

Δισκογραφική επιστροφή μετά από εννέα έτη για τους Masterplan. Ο διάδοχος του δίσκου διασκευών (σε τραγούδια των Helloween) "PumpKings" φέρει τον τίτλο "Metamorphosis" και κυκλοφόρησε σήμερα. Φέτος οι Masterplan συμπληρώνουν ένα τέταρτο αιώνα ύπαρξης.

Δημιουργήθηκαν το 2001 από τον (κιθαρίστα) Roland Grapow και τον (drummer) Uli Kusch όταν αποχώρησαν από τους Helloween. (Εμένα βέβαια με "τράβηξε" περισσότερο η παρουσία του Jørn Lande στα φωνητικά.) Έχουν κυκλοφορήσει επτά full length albums, τρία EPs, ένα live album, ένα box set και κάποια singles...

Δελτίο τύπου: «Masterplan stand among the most enduring and influential names in German power metal. Founded in 2001 by guitarist Roland Grapow and drummer Uli Kusch following their exit from Helloween, the band quickly established a distinctive identity built on strong melodies, technical precision, and an epic yet modern metal approach.

Their self-titled debut album, released in 2003, was met with widespread critical acclaim and immediate chart success, setting the standard for a career defined by consistency and evolution.

Over the years, Masterplan have released several highly regarded albums -including Aeronautics, MK II, Time to Be King and Novum Initium- each showcasing refined songwriting and a powerful balance between classic power metal energy and progressive elements.

Their work earned them international recognition, extensive touring across Europe and beyond, and industry accolades that confirmed their status as a leading force in the genre. After a prolonged hiatus from studio releases, Masterplan have re-emerged with renewed creative drive.

The band recently signed a new worldwide deal with Frontiers Music SRL, marking a significant milestone and the beginning of a new chapter in their career. This partnership sets the stage for their long-awaited return with a brand-new studio album, Metalmorphosis, scheduled for release in May.

True to its title, Metalmorphosis represents both transformation and continuity: a heavier, more aggressive edge combined with the melodic sophistication that has always defined Masterplan's sound.

With renewed focus, sharpened songwriting, and decades of experience behind them, Masterplan are poised to reaffirm their relevance and deliver one of the most anticipated power metal releases of the year.»

Band: Masterplan
Country of origin: Germany
Location: Hamburg
Formed in: 2001
Genre: Power Metal
Years active: 2001-present

Visualizer video: "Metamorphosis "
Album: "Metamorphosis"
Type: Full length
Release date: June 26th, 2026
Label: Frontiers Music Srl
Format: CD, 2LP

Track listing:
01. Chase the Light 05:51
02. Electric Nights 04:40
03. Shadow Man 03:52
04. Bound to Fall 04:21
05. Pain of Yesterday 04:52
06. Metalmorphosis 05:28
07. Through the Storm 04:15
08. Ghostlight 04:47
09. The Call 08:15
10. Rise Again 04:18

Band members:
Roland Grapow - Guitars
Axel Mackenrott - Keyboards
Jari Kainulainen - Bass
Rick Altzi - Vocals
Kevin Kott - Drums

Miscellaneous staff:
Roland Grapow - Recording, Mixing, Mastering