The world's fastest band has announced its biggest move yet: DragonForce have welcomed metal legend Alissa White-Gluz on board as their newest member and first frontwoman.

The union of two unstoppable forces promises to bring a seismic shift in the genre, unleashing both an intrepid evolution of power metal and a bold new era for the iconic pioneers.

Alissa made her live debut with DragonForce at Welcome To Rockville in Daytona Beach, FL on May 9th, with guitarist Herman Li expressing excitement about the partnership.

"Twenty years is a long time to do anything, let alone survive the music industry," he said.

"Together we will honor what made Inhuman Rampage matter, while showing people exactly where we're going next." DragonForce's new lineup features Alissa White-Gluz on lead vocals, along with Herman Li on guitar and backing vocals, Sam Totman on guitar and backing vocals, Alicia Vigil on bass, Gee Anzalone on drums, and the temporarily unavailable Marc Hudson on lead vocals.

Fans should note that this is only a temporary break for Hudson, who will return to the lineup soon.

With her extensive background in metal, including work with The Agonist, Kamelot, Arch Enemy, and Blue Medusa, Alissa White-Gluz brings unparalleled experience and energy to DragonForce's distinctive sound.

Her partnership promises to unlock new creative heights for the band, blending ferocious theatricality with melodic finesse.

Check out the official music video for DragonForce's recent collaboration with Alissa White-Gluz, "Burning Heart." With over two decades of recorded music, 60+ music videos, and a history spanning over 15 hours of stage time across various subgenres, Alissa has cemented her status as an icon synonymous with strength, independence, versatility, and creative fearlessness.

As she embarks on this new chapter with DragonForce, fans can expect nothing but exceptional live performances, technically challenging songs, and the iconic sound that continues to electrify millions of enthusiasts worldwide.