War Eternal
War Eternal is the ninth studio album by Swedish melodic death metal band Arch Enemy, which was released first in Japan on 4 June 2014 by Century Media. It is the first Arch Enemy album in 15 years since "Burning Bridges" to feature a new line-up; Alissa White-Gluz took over on vocals after former long-time vocalist Angela Gossow stepped down from vocal duties to be the band's business manager. Additionally, ex-Arsis guitarist Nick Cordle replaced Christopher Amott in 2012. Cordle ultimately left the band just before their European tour and was replaced by  former Nevermore guitarist Jeff Loomis. Background and development. On 3 March 2014 the band revealed the album's title "War Eternal" and the release date. On 17 March 2014, Angela Gossow released a statement announcing her departure from the group and welcoming her replacement, former vocalist of Canadian melodic death metal band The Agonist, Alissa White-Gluz. In the statement, she wrote that while she had enjoyed her time with the group, it was time for her to move on, be with her family and pursue other interests. Gossow did confirm that she would remain Arch Enemy's business manager , and would be "passing the torch to the super talented Alissa White-Gluz, whom I’ve known as a dear friend and a superb vocalist for many years. I always thought she deserved a chance to shine – and now she’s getting it. Just like I got that chance back in 2001." White-Gluz also released a statement saying: Artwork. The artwork for this album was created by Costin Chioreanu. Chief songwriter, guitarist and band leader Michael Amott commented about the artwork: Promotion. The first single and music video "War Eternal" was released on 20 March 2014. The video was  the first of three produced and directed by Patric Ullaeus and his Revolver Film Company. A supporting tour of over 80 dates began in May 2014. On 27 May they released their second music video, "You Will Know My Name". The third video, "No More Regrets" was released the same week as the album. A fourth music video for the track "Stolen Life" was released on 5 May 2015 which was the first to include Jeff Loomis on guitar. The track is almost identical to the album version, but it includes two extra solos recorded by Loomis. Accolades. At the  2014 Burrn! magazine awards, "War Eternal" won Best Album and the title track won Best Tune.