Gus G. shares new single ‘Nothing Can Break Me’ featuring Doro Pesch

Internationally acclaimed guitarist / composer and FIREWIND mastermind Gus G. will release his fifth solo album, ‘Steel Burner’, on April 24, 2026. The album marks his first solo release in five years and captures a powerful fusion of modern instrumental Metal and carefully curated vocal collaborations.

While we wait for that, another track off the album will now be released for streaming and as a video – “Nothing Can Break Me”, featuring none other than the Metal Queen herself, DORO PESCH!

Doro about working with Gus:

“It was awesome to work with Gus. We’re friends for a long time. He’s such an amazing guitar player. We always planned to do something together, and now it finally happened. I’m totally excited about the song.”

Gus G. about the track:

“Doro is an icon, the Metal Queen. Everybody knows that.  Having the opportunity to collaborate with her on a track is something I wished would happen for a long time.

“Nothing Can Break Me” is a powerful Metal anthem about perseverance. I’m really proud of this one.”

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. Doro Pesch appears on new single “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.

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.”

‘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.

LINE-UP ‘STEEL BURNER’:
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

Previously the tracks “My Premonition”, “Advent” and title-track “Steel Burner” have all been released as digital singles.

The full album will be available for streaming from all major platforms on April 24th 2026. ‘Steel Burner’ on physical formats will be available as a tri-fold digipak CD and on high quality gatefold-sleeve vinyl LP (several colour options available) from Metal Department on April 24th 2026. Pre-orders are live from various retailers now.

UPCOMING TOUR DATES:

GUS G. & RONNIE ROMERO / CONVERGENCE FEST EUROPEAN TOUR 2026
25.04 🇷🇴 Constanta, Rock Halle
03.10 🇳🇱 Hoogeveen, Het Podium
04.10 🇳🇱 Uden, De Pul
05:10 🇧🇪 Verviers, spirit of 66
07.10 🇫🇷 Savigny Le Temple, L’Empreinte 
08.10 🇫🇷 Angoulins La Rochelle, Le crossroads
09.10 🇪🇸 Pamplona, Totem
10.10 🇪🇸 Seville, Customs
11.10 🇪🇸 Santiago, Capitol
13.10 🇫🇷 Istres, L’Usine
15.10 🇩🇪 Munich , Backstage
16.10 🇩🇪 Bensheim, Rex 
17.10 🇨🇭 Aarburg, Musicburg
19.10 🇩🇪 Hamburg, Knust
20.10 🇩🇪 Berlin, Lido
21.10 🇩🇪 Augsburg, Spectrum
27.10 🇩🇪  Aschaffenburg, colos saal
28.10 🇩🇪 Bochum, Zeche

More dates TBA!

FESTIVALS 2026:
24.05 🇩🇪 Rock Hard festival
25.07 🇵🇱 Jan Bo Festival
22.08 🇵🇱 Sound of The Ages Festival