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Celtic Hills Unleashes New Single “METALDAYS” and Welcomes Drummer Luka Stone to the Ranks Tuesday July 1 2025, 6:19 PM

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Celtic Hills Unleashes New Single “METALDAYS” and Welcomes Drummer Luka Stone to the Ranks

The flames of European heavy metal roar even louder as Italian power metal warriors Celtic Hills release their thunderous new single “METALDAYS” , a rousing battle cry and the first taste of their upcoming full-length album Övervinna en Förlust , due later this year via Elevate Records . But the band isn't stopping there — they're also excited to announce a powerful new addition to their lineup: American drummer Luka Stone has officially joined the fold.

The new single, now streaming worldwide ( listen here ), captures everything fans have come to love about Celtic Hills — melodic grandeur, galloping rhythms, and mythic storytelling rooted in the culture and history of their homeland in Northern Italy. Produced by Jonathan Vanderbilt and mixed/mastered by Noel Sommerkamp , “METALDAYS” bridges the raw energy of classic heavy metal with a modern edge, evoking the epic spirit of bands like Manowar and Gamma Ray .

But perhaps the most exciting development is behind the drum kit. The band recently welcomed Luka Stone , a seasoned and versatile drummer hailing from Tampa, California , whose musical roots span both continents and genres. Luka began writing and recording at just 12 years old, and by 15 was already tracking demos. Over the years, he has lent his talents to a variety of U.S.-based bands, including Stick Fish , Beyond Burial (southern metal), and The Gideon Press , with whom he released a full-length album via Tate Music Group and performed showcases in Nashville.

Luka’s international résumé also includes collaborations with Kee Marcello (ex-Europe guitarist, The Final Countdown ) and years spent as a session player and touring musician across Europe. After a brief hiatus serving as a youth pastor in Indiana, he returned full-time to music, bringing passion and precision to every performance.

Frontman Jonathan Vanderbilt says:

“Luka is the right guy at the right time. His skills and musical insight will help us push our sound to new heights—without losing the epic spirit Celtic Hills are known for.”

The band is currently in pre-production for Övervinna en Förlust , the highly anticipated follow-up to their 2022 release Huldufolk , which was named “Best Metal Album” by Metal Pedia . With a reinvigorated lineup and the force of “METALDAYS” leading the charge, Celtic Hills is poised for a triumphant ascent in 2026 and beyond.

Listen to “METALDAYS” now:
🎧 http://li.sten.to/metaldays

Lineup Update:

Jonathan Vanderbilt – Vocals

Luka Stone – Drums

Label: Elevate Records
Management & Press: SoundsRock Agency
Production Credits: Produced by Jonathan Vanderbilt, Mixed & Mastered by Noel Sommerkamp

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