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Alissa White-Gluz

Alissa White-Gluz is a metal vocalist from Canada. She plays with Arch Enemy.

Pronunciation: uh-LISS-uh White-Gluhz

Career

Born in Montreal, Quebec, Alissa White-Gluz is one of the modern metal scene's most recognized vocalists, celebrated for her seamless transitions between savage guttural growls and soaring clean singing. She first gained prominence as the founding frontwoman of the Canadian melodic metalcore band The Agonist, recording three studio albums with them, including Once Only Imagined and Lullabies for the Dormant Mind. In 2014, she stepped into the spotlight as the lead vocalist of Swedish melodic death metal titans Arch Enemy, succeeding Angela Gossow. Her debut with the band, War Eternal, introduced her fierce charisma and lyrical depth to a global arena, followed by acclaimed records such as Will to Power and Deceivers. Beyond her primary bands, White-Gluz is a prolific guest collaborator, working with acts such as Kamelot, Powerwolf, and Charlotte Wessels. An outspoken animal rights activist and committed vegan, she remains a powerhouse frontwoman revered for her relentless work ethic, stage presence, and vocal versatility.

Highlights

  • “Once Only Imagined” (2007) - lead vocals
  • “Lullabies for the Dormant Mind” (2009) - lead vocals
  • “Prisoners” (2012) - lead vocals
  • “War Eternal” (2014) - lead vocals
  • “Will to Power” (2017) - lead vocals, clean vocals
  • “Deceivers” (2022) - lead vocals, clean vocals

Profile & Details

From
Canada
Role
Vocals
Current Bands
Covered Bands
Solo Projects
  • Alissa
Past Bands
  • The Agonist
Session & Guest Credits
  • Kamelot
  • Nightwish
  • Powerwolf
  • Delain
  • Charlotte Wessels
  • Tarja
  • Carnifex
  • Angra

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