Nameless Grave Records confirms the release of the new HEAVY METAL SHRAPNEL single “Heavy Metal Overdose”, a high velocity introduction to the forthcoming album “Heavy Metal Hairspray”, which arrives on 17th of April 2026. The track delivers rapid neoclassical flashes, towering riffs and a fierce rock and roll spirit.

Fronted by Mark Boals and driven by guitarist Andrew Lee, the single gains further intensity through a guest appearance from acclaimed keyboardist Derek Sherinian. With a career that includes Dream Theater, Alice Cooper, Billy Idol and KISS, Sherinian joins Lee in a fast paced exchange that recalls the technical fire of the classic Shrapnel Records era and the precision of groups such as Cacophony and Racer X.

“Heavy Metal Overdose” is available now on all major digital platforms.

Releasing on 17th of April 2026 through Nameless Grave Records, “Heavy Metal Hairspray” marks the return of HEAVY METAL SHRAPNEL with a nine track collection that pays tribute to the harder edge of 1980s US Power Metal. Lee’s guitar work anchors the record with aggression and clarity, while Boals delivers one of his most forceful vocal performances to date, stepping away from the more melodic direction of his recent output.

The album blends the excess of power metal and touches of glam with the grit associated with Fifth Angel, Jag Panzer and Alcatrazz. Sherinian’s contribution to “Heavy Metal Overdose” adds an extra layer of virtuosity and reinforces the album’s position as a key heavy metal release for 2026.

All physical orders are expected to ship on or around 27th of March 2026.

Recommended for listeners of Alcatrazz, Jag Panzer, Dokken, Yngwie Malmsteen’s “Trilogy” era, Fifth Angel, Racer X and Cacophony.

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