Heavy metal powerhouse Nevermore has officially signed with Reigning Phoenix Music.

The band, which has been reactivated under the leadership of guitarist Jeff Loomis and drummer Van Williams, will make their live debut on April 1 in Istanbul, Turkey.,The band's first live appearance will feature new vocalist Berzan Önen, guitarist Jack Cattoi, and bassist Semir Özerkan.

The show is part of a series of festival appearances planned for 2026.

In addition to their live shows, Nevermore has begun working on new music with Van stating that the writing process is unfolding alongside preparations for the stage.,New music from Nevermore is already taking shape, with Van describing it as "delicious." The band's new vocalist Berzan Önen has been praised by Jeff Loomis, who says he was blown away by his audition video.

The band's history includes an extraordinary lineage of musicians who shaped its evolution, including guitarist Pat O'Brien and bassist Jim Sheppard.,Nevermore has reactivated under the leadership of Jeff Loomis and Van Williams after years apart.

The band is now focused on honoring their catalog while building what comes next.

Their legacy moves forward under new management with Reigning Phoenix Music.

Nevermore will make their live debut at Istanbul's show on April 1st, followed by a series of festival appearances planned for 2026.