Reflecting on the upcoming release, Gus G. comments:
“This is my first solo album release in 5 years. As I’ve been pretty busy in the post-pandemic world with heavy touring, I always had the idea to put out another solo album at some point. This time around, I felt I wanted the best of both worlds – being able to explore guitar instrumental music, but also collaborate with singers I love and am a fan of.”
Following an extended period of post-pandemic touring, Steel Burner represents a renewed creative focus on Gus G.’s solo vision. The album showcases his signature guitar style – combining technical precision, melody, and intensity – while expanding its emotional and thematic range through collaborations with some of the metal scene’s most legendary and respected voices.
The album’s title track, “Steel Burner,” was the catalyst for the entire project. Originally commissioned for a company that manufactures industrial machines used to shape metal, Gus G. drew inspiration from a machine fittingly named Steel Burner. The track’s energy became the foundation for the album’s concept and ultimately its title.
While instrumental tracks highlight Gus G.’s evolution as a composer and guitarist, Steel Burner also features several standout vocal songs. The undisputed Metal Queen, Doro Pesch appears on “Nothing Can Break Me,” a powerful metal anthem focused on inner strength, perseverance, and resilience. “No One Has to Know,” featuring Dino Jelusick, delivers a modern hard rock approach while addressing the artificial lives and personas often portrayed through social media.
Matt Barlow (Iced Earth, Ashes of Ares) brings his unmistakable intensity to “Dancing With Death,” an epic metal track with a contemporary twist that explores the darker theme of addiction. Additional collaborations include Ronnie Romero (Rainbow), whose work with Gus G. originated from their recent joint world tour and resulted in two tracks on the album, further shaping its collaborative direction.
Steel Burner was mixed and mastered by acclaimed producer Dennis Ward (Helloween, Pink Cream 69), delivering a clear, powerful, and contemporary sound that complements both the album’s instrumental complexity and vocal performances. With his 5th solo album, Gus G. delivers a confident and forward-looking statement — an album that honours metal’s roots while embracing modern themes, production, and collaboration.
Steel Burner tracklisting
01 Steel Burner
02 Nothing Can Break Me (Featuring Doro)
03 Dancing With Death (Featuring Matt Barlow)
04 Advent
05 What If
06 Frenemy (Featuring Ronnie Romero)
07 No One Has To Know (Featuring Dino Jelusick)
08 Confession
09 My Premonition (Featuring Ronnie Romero)
10 Closure
Previously the tracks “My Premonition” and “Advent” have been released as digital singles. The official video for “My Premonition” can be viewed here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HcK9otAxn44
Steel Burner will also be available as a tri-fold digipak CD and on high quality gatefold-sleeve vinyl LP (several colour options will be available) from Metal Department on April 24th 2026.
Gus G. tourdates 2026:
Convergence Fest w/ Ronnie Romero
April:
25 RO – Constanza, Rock Hale
October:
03 NL – Hoogeveen, Het Podium
04 NL – Uden, De Pul
05 B – Verviers, spirit of 66
07 F – Savigny l’Empreinte, Le Temple
08 F – Angoulins La Rochelle, Crossroads
09 ES – Pamplona, Totem
10 ES – Seville, Customs
11 – Santiago, Capitol
13 F – La Penne sur Huveaune, Le Cherydon
15 GER – München, Backstage
16 GER – Bensheim, Rex
17 CH – Aarburg – Musigburg
19 GER – Hamburg, Knust
20 GER – Berlin, Lido
21 GER – Augsburg, Spectrum
27 GER – Aschaffenburg, Colos Saal
28 GER – Bochum, Zeche
Festivals 2026
May:
24 DE – Rock Hard Festival
July:
25 PL – Jan Bo Festival
August:
22 PL – Sound of the Ages
Steel Burner lineup:
Gus G. – All guitars, bass, keyboards, drums
Doro Pesch – Vocals on track 2
Matt Barlow – Vocals on track 3
Ronnie Romero – Vocals on tracks 6 and 8
Dino Jelusick – Vocals on track 7
Andrea Arcangeli – Bass on tracks 6 and 8
Dennis Ward – Bass on track 2
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