Ola Englund's "The Ember Saga" Featured at Metal Injection

Metal Devastation PR is pleased to share that Ola Englund's latest single, "The Ember Saga," has been featured by Metal Injection.

"The Ember Saga" serves as the first glimpse into Englund's forthcoming solo album, The Neverending Story , scheduled for release on October 15. The track combines fantasy-inspired themes, retro gaming influences, cinematic elements, and riff-driven metal, offering listeners an introduction to the album's creative direction.

Speaking about the single, Englund stated:

"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."

We appreciate Metal Injection for helping bring attention to the release and encourage fans to check out the feature and experience "The Ember Saga" as anticipation builds for The Neverending Story .

Check it out here: https://metalinjection.net/news/5-song-releases-you-may-have-missed

Since its release, the track has been featured by numerous respected metal media outlets, including BraveWords , Burn , Lambgoat , Metal Anarchy , Metal War , Eternal Terror , The Metal Mag , and The Metallist , helping introduce the song to metal fans around the world.

Among the early reactions, The Metal Mag praised the upcoming album as "a masterpiece that will leave a trace in music history," highlighting the track's powerful riffs, melodic depth, and world-class musicianship. The publication also noted the album's impressive lineup, including guest appearances from Jeff Loomis, Johan Niemann, and Jon Skäre.

Inspired by classic fantasy adventures, retro gaming, cinematic soundtracks, and heavy riff-driven metal, "The Ember Saga" showcases the ambitious direction of The Neverending Story and offers fans a taste of what promises to be one of Englund's most exciting solo releases to date.

"The Ember Saga" is available now on all major streaming platforms.

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“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 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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