METAL ALLEGIANCE are a celebrated all-star metal collective known for uniting influential musicians from across the genre to create high-energy collaborative music that resonates with fans worldwide.

Formed by Mark Menghi along with core members Mike Portnoy, Alex Skolnick and David Ellefson, the project was built on the idea of bringing together artists who helped shape modern metal and giving them the freedom to experiment, honour the genre’s roots and push its boundaries. With a rotating roster of world-class guest vocalists and instrumentalists, METAL ALLEGIANCE have become associated with creativity, technical mastery and the uncompromising spirit of heavy music.

Their acclaimed debut album showcased an extraordinary gathering of metal icons performing original tracks that blended thrash, groove, progressive elements and classic heavy-metal grit. This approach continued with the “Fallen Heroes” EP and “Volume II: Power Drunk Majesty,” releases that expanded the group’s sonic range while honouring the deep lineage of metal’s history. Across studio albums and explosive live performances, often featuring surprise guests, METAL ALLEGIANCE have built a reputation for delivering shows that celebrate the global metal community. METAL ALLEGIANCE operate as a creative brotherhood. Each project reflects the diverse influences, personal styles and musical identities of their members, resulting in music that is both intensely heavy and emotionally resonant. The collective thrives on collaboration, with every release offering a new line-up, fresh perspectives and a unique combination of respected metal voices.

The new single ‘Black Horizon’ continues this tradition of ambitious high-impact music.

Featuring William DuVall, Mike Portnoy and Alex Skolnick, the track merges technical precision with atmospheric storytelling and highlights the project’s evolution toward more cinematic and narrative-driven songwriting. With DuVall’s commanding vocal performance, Portnoy’s powerful rhythmic foundation and Skolnick’s expressive guitar work, ‘Black Horizon’ stands as one of the most dynamic pieces in the METAL ALLEGIANCE catalogue.

METAL ALLEGIANCE serve as a celebration of the metal genre a living evolving tribute to the sound culture and community that shaped generations of fans. Through its global reach, extensive collaborations and dedication to authenticity, the project continues to grow and develop. Each new release reinforces the group’s ongoing mission to unite legendary artists, honour metal’s history and deliver music that reflects the true spirit of heavy metal.