First Taste from Upcoming Album “The Seventh Plague of Babylon” (Out June 5, 2026)
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Athens, Greece – Athenian heavy metal force Medusa’s Wrath have released “Breaking the Spell,” a blistering new single and lyric video that serves as the first salvo from their highly anticipated sophomore album, The Seventh Plague of Babylon, set for release on June 5, 2026.
Driven by loud “punch and grind” guitars, a tight emphatic rhythm section, and vigorous vocals, “Breaking the Spell” is a defiant anthem of liberation and rebirth. The track channels the raw fury and melodic power that fans of Judas Priest, Riot, Demon, Angel Witch, and the NWOBHM movement have come to crave.
Conceptually, The Seventh Plague of Babylon follows Medusa as she traverses the ancient world, reaching Babylon for vengeance. “Breaking the Spell” captures the moment of breaking free from oppression — rising from the ashes with unstoppable force.
“With the wrath of the heavens, and the fire in our souls, we’ll dance through the darkness, till the prophecy unfolds.”
— Medusa’s Wrath
The new album features a refreshed lineup and was mixed by Naberius (Yoth Iria, Karma Violens) and mastered by Epaminondas Oikonomou (Kawir, Karma Violens). The record also features a special lyrical contribution from Jim Mutilator (Yoth Iria, ex-Rotting Christ) on one track.
Founded in Athens in 2019 by Petros Kalivas and Kristina Paftinou, Medusa’s Wrath have steadily built their reputation through their 2021 EP Lifeless Void and their 2024 debut full-length Pavor Exitium Mors. With a proven track record of powerful live performances across Greece — both as headliners and support — the band are poised to take their heaviest step yet.
Track Details
Title: Breaking the Spell
Lyrics: Kristina Paftinou
Music: Petros Kalivas
Lyric Video: Released April 17, 2026
Lyric Video Credits
Video Production: Ilias Michailakis
Medusa Animation: Elena Vasilaki
Medusa Design: Fotis Fotiou
Digital Marketing & PR: Hydra Rise Media
Current Lineup
- Giorgos Chrisanthidis – Vocals
- Petros Kalivas – Lead Guitar
- Dimitris Dozis – Rhythm Guitar
- Ioannis Zavradinos – Bass
- Theodoros Dimitriadis – Drums
Release Information
Album: The Seventh Plague of Babylon
Release Date: June 5, 2026
Genre: Heavy Metal / Power Metal / Speed Metal
Origin: Athens, Greece
FFO: Judas Priest, Riot, Demon, Angel Witch, NWOBHM
Links
- Lyric Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yHxBmQWBAVQ
- Spotify: Listen here
- YouTube: youtube.com/@medusaswrathgr
- Facebook: facebook.com/MedusasWrathGr
- Instagram: @medusaswrath_official
- Pre-Order (Sleaszy Rider Records): sleaszyrider.com
