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Ola Englund Releases New Single And Video “The Ember Saga” Out Now

Upcoming Solo Album The Neverending Story Arrives October 15, 2026

Swedish guitarist, songwriter, producer, and entrepreneur Ola Englund has officially unleashed his brand new single and music video, “The Ember Saga,” available now on all major streaming platforms. The track serves as the first major glimpse into his upcoming solo album The Neverending Story , set for release on October 15, 2026.

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Known for pushing modern metal guitar into cinematic and high energy territory, Englund leans heavily into fantasy inspired storytelling, retro gaming atmosphere, and crushing riff driven composition on the new single while maintaining the precision and signature tone that has made him one of modern metal’s most recognizable guitarists.

“Inspired by classic fantasy adventures, retro gaming, cinematic soundtracks and heavy riff-driven metal, ‘The Ember Saga’ sets the tone for what is by far my biggest and most ambitious solo album to date.”
— Ola Englund

The upcoming album The Neverending Story continues building serious anticipation with contributions from across the modern metal landscape. The record features a guest solo from legendary guitarist Jeff Loomis on the track “World Rift,” alongside performances from Johan Niemann on bass and Jon Skäre of Delta Empire on drums. Mixing and mastering duties were handled by Jocke Skog, with artwork created by Sylvain Lucchina.

The Neverending Story Tracklist

The Ember Saga
Game Over
The Astral Gate
Dogma Progma
The Guillotine
Means to an End
World Rift
The First of its Kind
Artax Reborn
Sun & The Moon Part 2

Beyond his solo material, Englund continues shaping modern metal through multiple creative avenues. He is the founder of Solar Guitars and has performed with influential acts including The Haunted , Six Feet Under , and his own project Feared .

His reputation in the global metal community has also placed him among elite company in recent years, including a Grammy nomination and being shortlisted as a potential guitarist for the Pantera reunion, further cementing his status among the genre’s most respected modern players.

Outside traditional band work, Englund has built a massive digital presence through his YouTube channel, where gear demos, reviews, and his trademark humor have helped make him one of the most influential guitar personalities online, pulling in hundreds of millions of views worldwide.

He has also collaborated and toured with acclaimed modern musicians including Accept , Bernth , Mike Dawes , and Charles Berthoud as part of the Escape The Internet project.

ESCAPE THE INTERNET PART 2 TOUR (2027)

The Escape The Internet tour returns in 2027 featuring Ola Englund, Bernth, Mike Dawes, and Charles Berthoud, combining live performance, jaw dropping musicianship, and interactive fan experiences across Europe.

VIP packages will include meet and greets, exclusive merch, early venue access, and artist hangout experiences.

Pre-orders for The Neverending Story and limited vinyl editions are available through the official Ola Englund store.

About Ola Englund

From viral content creator to global touring guitarist and gear industry innovator, Ola Englund continues carving his own lane in modern metal. Blending old school musicianship with modern digital era influence, his reach spans stages, studios, and screens worldwide.

“The Ember Saga” marks the next chapter. Bigger riffs, darker tones, and absolutely no brakes.

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