Lineup – Malmö Melodic 2026
Tyketto
Please welcome, founded in the Big Apple, the legendary Tyketto!
Formed in 1987, Tyketto have become one of the most prominent mainstays of the melodic rock scene! Disbanding in 1996 and regrouping in 2004, they have never looked back since. Regarded as one of the finest voices of the genre, Danny Vaughn is still going strong……. Obviously Forever Young!
The band seem to live on the road and continue to deliver stunning performances that have seen them play all over the world, including Australia, twice in the past couple of years!
We are honoured to welcome Tyketto to headline the first day of Malmö Melodic 2026!
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Don’t Come Easy (1991)
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Strength In Numbers (1994)
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Shine (1995)
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Take Out & Served Up Live (1996)
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Dig In Deep (2012)
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Reach (2016)
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Live From Milan (2017)
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We’ve Got Tomorrow, We’ve Got Tonight (2018)
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Strength In Numbers Live (2019)
White Widdow
White Widdow were formed in Melbourne, Australia, in 2008. Their debut was released 2 years later and they played Firefest in 2011 and Rockingham the year after. White Widdow is all about hooks with plenty of keyboards, and of course the brilliant vocals from Jules Millis.
After 5 records, the latest from 2018, the band went “quiet”. Fast forward to 2025, when the band announced that they are back together again, and they are in the process of recording a new record for release in 2026.
Malmö Melodic are really happy to have added White Widdow to our line up.
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White Widdow (2010)
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Serenade (2011)
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Crossfire (2014)
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Silhouette (2016)
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Victory (2018)
Wig Wam
Malmö Melodic proudly presents, from Halden, Norway, WIG WAM!
We couldn’t be more delighted to have our first Norwegian band at Malmö Melodic. Formed in 2001, these veterans of the scene deliver an infectious brand of party rock, full of big hooks as well as unique and highly energetic live performances.
With a catalogue rich in gems like ’In My Dreams’ and ’Do Ya Wanna Taste It’, Wig Wam is melodic rock at its absolute finest!!! So do ya really wanna, do ya really wanna taste it?
- Hard to Be a Rock n Roller (2005)
- Wig Wamania (2006)
- Non Stop Rock n Roll (2010)
- Wall Street (2012)
- Never Say Die (2021)
- Out of the Dark (2023)
Michael Bormann’s Jaded Hard
Please welcome, from Duisburg, Germany, Michael Bormann’s Jaded Hard!
Michael Bormann is certainly no stranger to the melodic rock community. He has fronted an array of bands such as Charade, Rain, Redrum, even a short stint with Bonfire.
He is best known for his many years with Jaded Heart in the 90’s an early 00’s. He then went solo for some years before forming Jaded Hard in 2017. A band originally intended to be deliver the “best of Jaded Heart”, has since evolved to be something more than that, and the band’s third record is on its way. Bormann’s many years in the business means he has a rich catalogue of songs to base his setlist on.
We are very much looking forward to hearing what he plays for us at Malmo Melodic!
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Feels Like Yesterday (2019)
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Power To Win (2022)
Art Nation
From, Gothenburg, Sweden. Please welcome to Malmö Melodic, the one and only Art Nation!
Probably the most versatile band on the 2026 bill, Art Nation delivers a exquisite blend of AOR and symphonic, melodic metal. Since their inception, and in spite of multiple personnel changes, Art Nation is known for their power and consistent quality. From the debut album, ’Revolution’ to their latest release, ’The Ascendance’ the band continue to smash the ball out of the park!
Emotional Fire
Please welcome from Sweden, Emotional Fire!
Relatively new to the scene, Emotional Fire released a 4 song-EP in 2023. Fast forward to 2025 and they are ready to bring their magic with a new line-up and a full CD planned for 2026.
If You are a fan of Vixen, Heart and Cher’s 80’s era, just wait until you hear the vocal prowess of singer, Therés Enström…… She is sure to impress and we are sure you will love Emotional Fire!
- Will You Be There (EP) (2023)
Caught In Action
Ladies and gentlemen, from Malmö, please give some love to… Caught In Action.
When it comes to high quality AOR and melodic rock, you really can not beat Sweden! For decades, Sweden has led the way, producing some of the greatest bands of the genre. And the quality keeps on coming with “new” bands, like Caught In Action. With two albums released since 2022 the band is now ready to take the stage on their home turf and give it large!!
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Devil’s Action (2022)
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Out of the Cold (2025)
Hardline
Please welcome our Saturday night headliner, the legendary Hardline!!
Formed in the USA in the early nineties by the Gioeli brothers, in collaboration with Journey’s Neal Schon, the band achieved legendary status with their debut album ’Double Eclipse’. Line-up and label changes followed with their second album, ’Hardline II’ released in 2002 and the follow up ’Leaving The End Open’, not seeing the light of day until 2009.
Since 2011, the band has released four albums and has toured consistently, worldwide. This period has been underpinned by the presence of keyboardist Alessandro del Vecchio and bassist, Anna Portaloupi, and the band continue to deliver on all fronts.
Their most recent album, ’Heart, Mind and Soul’ (2021) captures the true sound of Hardline and we are looking forward to what the future brings for them!
Malmö Melodic is proud to have Hardline as the headline act on Saturday!
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Double Eclipse (1992)
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II (2002)
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Leaving the End Open (2009)
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Danger Zone (2012)
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Life (2019)
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Heart, Mind and Soul (2021)
Eclipse
Please welcome, from Stockholm, Sweden, Eclipse!
Eclipse is no stranger to anyone. The band plays a big part in “Swedish music wonder” the last 20 years or so and continue to release high quality records, 10 records since the band started more than 25 years ago. Singer / guitarist Erik Mårtensson is one of the busiest guys in the music business today, writing and producing for countless bands. How does he do it?
The bands development during the years has come naturally. From the start it was more AOR, from then on it goes a little bit heavier on each record, if it’s intended or not, who knows? But there’s always that melodic thread, Erik’s vocals and Magnus Henriksson’s incredible guitarplaying.
The energy the band has live is hard to beat and everyone in the audience will feel the power in Eclipse music. We are truly grateful for them to step in with such a short notice and looking forward to seeing them on stage on Friday at Malmö Melodic 2026!
- The Truth And A Little More 2001
- Second To None 2004
- Are You Ready To Rock 2008
- Bleed And Scream 2012
- Are You Ready To Rock MMXIV 2014
- Armageddonize 2015
- Monumentum 2017
- Paradigm 2019
- Wired 2021
- Megalomanium 2023
- Megalomanium II 2024
Boulevard
Please welcome from Calgary, Canada, the incredible Boulevard!
Formed in Calgary back when dinosaurs roamed the earth… or was it 1983?…
They went on to release two phenomenal records, 1988’s self-titled debut and 1990’s ’Into the Street’. Disbanding in 1991, fans had to wait 23 years for signs of life in the Boulevard camp, when they reunited and played Firefest in 2014 (thanks to Kieran… again!).
This was a dream come true for the AOR community. Since then they released their third album ’IV: Luminescence’ in 2017 and have played festivals in Europe and USA, including MelodicrockFest 5 and MelodicrockFest Scandinavia! They are promising to have a new album out in time for the show next July too!
We simply can’t wait to see them again!
Get your air saxophones ready!
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Boulevard (1988)
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Into The Street (1990)
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IV: Luminescence (2017)
Fighter V
Please welcome, from Hergiswil, Switzerland, Fighter V!!
Formed in Hergiswil, Switzerland in 2019, Fighter V has released two albums to date. The latest release, ’Heart of the Young’ (2024) is an eclectic mix of Journey, Whitesnake and Survivor, and the band has been busy supporting bands like Bonfire, Axel Rudi Pell and Kissin’ Dynamite among others.
They are known for their energetic live performances, and we are really looking forward to have them join our party next July!
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Fighter V (2019)
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Heart Of the Young (2024)
Saffire
From Gothenburg Rock City, Sweden… Please welcome Saffire!
With a strong following on social media, Saffire secured a record deal with Inner Wound Recordings in 2013. Since then, Saffire has made a name for themselves in the Scandinavian music scene, releasing four albums and one EP.
We are thrilled to have them join us at Malmö Melodic to deliver their trademark brand of retro hard rock. A must see for fans of Mark II era Purple and Dio era Rainbow.
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From Ashes fo Fire (2013)
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For the Greater Good (2016)
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Where the Monsters Dwell (2018)
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Taming the Hurricane (2022)
Mother Mersy
Please welcome, from Malmö, the incredible Mother Mersy!!
Mother Mersy has been around since 2015, releasing their debut album, ’From Above’ in 2022, to widespread critical acclaim.
Influenced by the likes of Led Zeppelin as well as more recent contemporary acts such as Rival Sons and Greta Van Fleet, Mother Mersy delivers a hard, rootsy blend of bluesy melodic rock. They are sure to impress!!
- From Above (2022)
Constancia – VIP
From Sweden and the UK, please welcome our Saturday VIP-act… Constancia!
Following their unfortunate and unavoidable withdrawal from our 2025 edition, we are delighted to bring these guys back for their world premiere, and we are honoured that Constancia has picked Malmö Melodic as their live debut. With a back catalogue rich in power and melody, their most recent release “IV Evermore” is preceded by “Lost And Gone” (2009), “Final Curtain” (2015) and “Brave New World” (2021).
Constancia features vocalist Pete Godfrey (Blood Red Saints), accompanied by guitarist Janne Stark (Overdrive, Merryweather Stark, Grand Design, Falling Hazard), drummer “TrumPeter” Svensson (Faith, Heartwind) and on keyboards Mikael Rosengren (Token, Heartwind). On stage, the band will be reinforced by guitarist Patrik Svärd (Cloudscape, Zhiva, Arkado), bass player Stefan Rosqvist (Cloudscape) and keyboard player Marcus Zerath (Alicate, Osukaru) replaceing Mikael Rosengren.
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Lost And Gone (2009)
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Final Curtain (2015)
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Brave New World (2021)
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IV Evermore (2024)
Brother Firetribe
We listened and we did what you asked……………. From Kereva, Finland, please welcome back to Malmö Melodic 2026, the incredible Brother Firetribe!
When we asked people for their 2026 wishlists, no other band was mentioned as many times as Brother Firetribe! This came as no surprise given the response they got to their 2025 performance. They were absolutely phenomenal.
With a back catalogue steeped in quality, they’ll be drawing from a true treasure chest of songs when they return to the stage next July! Who knows, maybe their will be a few suprises thrown in! Regardless, we know it will be truly special and that the roof of Plan B will be blown off, yet again!
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False Metal (2006)
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Heart Full of Fire (2008)
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Diamond in the Firepit (2014)
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Sunbound (2017)
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Feel the Burn (2020)
Alien
Please welcome, Swedish AOR royalty………. from Gothenburg, Sweden, Alien!!!
Formed in Gothenburg in 1986, by guitarist Tony Borg and vocalist Jim Jidhead, Alien are true legends of the Swedish AOR scene.
Best known for their classic debut album and the single ’Only One Woman’ which reached no.1 in Sweden, the band has continued to release albums, and play live around the world, and we genuinely can not wait to have them at Malmö Melodic 2026. Expect something truly special!
- Alien (1988)
- Shiftin Gear (1990)
- Number One (1993)
- Crash (1995)
- Dark Eyes (2003)
- Eternity (2014)
- Into the Future (2020)
- When Yesterday Comes Around (2025)
Midnite City
Please welcome from Nottinghamn in the mighty UK, Midnite City!!!
Since bursting onto the scene in 2017, Midnite City has been one of the most talked about acts of the genre. With four albums released to date, and a fifth about to drop, the guys are renowned for their energetic live performances, which have seen them play shows not only in Europe, but all over the world, including Japan, USA, South America and even Australia!!!
Malmö Melodic is super excited to bring them for 2026!! Here comes the party!!!
- Midnite City (2017)
- There Goes the Neighbourhood (2018)
- Itch You Can’t Scratch (2021)
- In At The Deep End (2023)
Alicate
All the way from Perstorp, Sweden…please welcome back Malmö Melodic alumni, Alicate!!!
We are absolutely delighted to bring back Alicate to Malmö Melodic 2026! Not only did they deliver a stellar performance in 2024, they are very much part of the MM family!!
Since then, new material has been released with the song ’87 Summer Nights’, reminding of us of the quality these guys can deliver! Looking forward to some ’2026 Summer Nights’ next July!!
- World of Anger (2009)
- Unforgiven to Be Forgiven (2018)
- Butterfly (2022)
- Heaven Tonight (2024)
Sarayasign
Please welcome from Örebro, Sweden, Sarayasign!!
Sarayasign released their debut album, ’ Throne of Gold’ in 2022, receiving positive reviews. Blending a heavier, progressive metal style with more traditional melodic rock, they are sure to win some new fans next July.
Incredible musicianship and superlative songwriting, Sarayasign are a must for fans of Circus Maximus, Seventh Wonder and the like. With a new album coming soon, the stage is set for the guys to take the ever suffering roof off Plan B yet again!
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Chapter I – Throne of Gold (2022)
Chapter II – The Lions Road (2023)
Chapter III – Shadows of the Dying Light (2025)
Proud
Please welcome from Landskrona, Sweden, the almost local, Proud!!
Once upon a time, in a dock worker’s town called Landskrona, about 30 kilometers north of Malmö, a few friends created a band they named Proud. This was back in the early 80’s. They disbanded for almost 30 years but thankfully decided to regroup!
They have been a target for us since our festival started, so third time lucky, we have secured them for 2026! Do not miss them!
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Fire Breaks the Dawn (1984)
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Second Act (2021)
Creye – VIP
Please welcome from Malmö, Sweden, local heroes, Creye!!
Creye was formed about 10 years ago in Malmö by main songwriter and guitarist, Andreas Gullstrand. They got their initial breakthrough with the EP ’Straight To the Top’ in 2017 and followed up with the self-titled debut in 2018, ’II’ in 2021 and the incredible ’III’ in 2023. After multiple festival appearances across Europe, the future looked bright for Creye. …and then things went very quiet.
Thankfully, they are back and we’ve got them for all you VIPsters out there! If you know them, then you’ll surely agree, they are worth the VIP ticket by themselves!!!
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Straight To the Top (EP) (2017)
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Creye (2018)
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II (2021)
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III Weightless (2023)