Acclaimed Norwegian hard rock unit Audrey Horne announce their eighth studio album, “Achilles”, to be released on September 4th, 2026, via Napalm Records!
Today, the band has unveiled the first single from the new offering: The high-energy rock‘n’roll number “Insanity” arrives with an accompanying music video that fits the track’s wild spirit seamlessly.
Audrey Horne’s prior studio albums “Blackout” (2018) and “Devil’s Bell” (2022) received critical praise internationally, and the band was even awarded a Spellemannprisen (Norwegian equivalent to a Grammy) for their 2005 debut album. Having supported legends like AC/DC and Mötley Crüe and played previous international tours, both as headliners and together with bands such as Papa Roach and Backyard Babies, Audrey Horne counts as one of Norway’s most interesting rock exports.
Audrey Horne on “Insanity”:
“The first song that was written for the album. It’s a classic Audrey Horne tune that has the energy, the twin guitars, a big chorus and a cool mid-section. The lyrics are inspired by ‘Hallowed Be Thy Name’ by Iron Maiden. It is an attempt to say what might have happened prior to the story in that song”.
Watch the official video for “Insanity” below.
The new album features 11 multi-faceted tracks, ranging from high-energy heavy rock pieces to more melodic and progressive songs, leaving no questions about the songwriting capabilities of this five-piece, which consists of vocalist Toschie, guitarists Ice Dale (Enslaved) and Thomas Tofthagen, bassist Espen Lien and drummer Kjetil Greve.
Hard-hitting title track “Achilles” kicks the new album right off as roaring guitars meet an impactful rhythm section, all topped with powerfully captivating vocals. The band showcases their more progressive side on the song through creating a strong contrast between different parts, which supports the lyrics that draw from today’s polarized world. More hit material is delivered through songs like “God Damn Beautiful”: This groovy Thin Lizzy -inspired track brings bass player Espen Lien to center stage on lead vocals. Closing track “New Star Falling” wraps the album up beautifully, showcasing the melodic side of Audrey Horne’s sound.
With Achilles, Audrey Horne return with an atmospheric heavy rock album that combines classic ‘70s and ‘80s influences with lyrical themes spanning escapism to commentary on the instability of the world we live in. A perfect fit for both rock radio and live stages!
“Achilles” will be available in the following formats:
• Deluxe 1LP Gatefold Splattered Christallo/Yellow/Gold/Silver w/ 12pp Vinyl Booklet – Napalm Records Mailorder exclusive, limited to 300 copies
• 1LP Gatefold Splattered Black Smoke / Black White – Napalm Records Mailorder exclusive, limited to 300 copies
• 1LP Gatefold White
• 1LP Gatefold Trans Red – Scandinavian exclusive, limited to 300 copies
• Bundle: 1LP Gatefold White & Logo Shirt
• Bundle: Digisleeve & Logo Shirt
• 1CD Digisleeve w/ 6p Digipack
• 1CD Digisleeve
• Digital Album
Pre-order “Achilles” here.
Tracklist:
1. Achilles
2. In The Eye of the Hurricane
3. Vampires
4. God Damn Beautiful
5. Pretty Little Lies
6. Prodrome
7. Insanity
8. Hell is Eternity
9. Six Feet in the Ground
10. Running Through the Night
11. New Star Falling
European Tour Dates 2026:
03.09.26 NO – Oslo / John Dee
04.09.26 NO – Porsgrunn / RIP
05.09.26 NO – Hamar / Festiviteten
19.09.26 NO – Trondheim / Verkstedhallen
08.10.26 DE – Cologne / Gebäude 9
09.10.26 DE – Essen / Turock
10.10.26 DE – Münster / Sputnik Café
11.10.26 DE – Hamburg / Bahnhof Pauli
13.10.26 NL – Leiden / Nobel
14.10.26 NL – Eindhoven / Effenaar
15.10.26 BE – Kortrijk / CVC Club
16.10.26 FR – Paris / Nouveau Casino
17.10.26 FR – Grenoble / L’Austra Rocks
18.10.26 CH – Zurich / Plaza
20.10.26 DE – Munich / Backstage Halle
21.10.26 DE – Bamberg / Live Club
22.10.26 DE – Frankfurt / Das Bett
23.10.26 DE – Dresden / Puschkin Club
24.10.26 DE – Berlin / Hole 44
04.12.26 NO – Kopervik / Ovenpå
05.12.26 NO – Bergen / USF Verftet
Line-up:
Toschie – Vocals
Arve “Ice Dale” Isdal – Guitar
Thomas Tofthagen – Guitar
Espen Lien – Drums
Kjetil Greve – Bass
Weblinks:
www.facebook.com/AudreyHorneOfficial
www.instagram.com/audreyhorneofficial
