{"id":52052,"date":"2026-07-28T10:31:59","date_gmt":"2026-07-28T17:31:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/michaelbrandvold.com\/blog\/?p=52052"},"modified":"2026-07-28T10:31:59","modified_gmt":"2026-07-28T17:31:59","slug":"storm-force-announce-new-album-truth-to-be-released-august-14th-on-bravewords-records","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/michaelbrandvold.com\/blog\/2026\/07\/storm-force-announce-new-album-truth-to-be-released-august-14th-on-bravewords-records\/","title":{"rendered":"STORM FORCE Announce New Album \u201cTruth\u201d to Be Released August 14th on BraveWords Records"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-48557\" src=\"http:\/\/michaelbrandvold.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/365e4e69842e76523b438442002832b67c0448ae39ecf4520aa2577ce4847f90-300x132.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"450\" height=\"198\" \/><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Self-Titled First Single \u201cTruth\u201d Is Now Streaming<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-52053\" src=\"http:\/\/michaelbrandvold.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/pr-2026-07-28-storm_force-01-1024x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"STORM FORCE \u201cTruth\u201d from Album TRUTH - BraveWords Records\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/0KoLkezGiN4?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p class=\"default\">\n<p>TORONTO, CANADA (June 25, 2026) &#8212;\u00a0<span id=\"isPasted\">BraveWords Records is pleased to announce the new Storm Force album Truth, releasing on August 14th. The entire album is now available for a digital pre-order on Bandcamp. Storm Force has planned a Listening Party on August 12th on Bandcamp. Two days before the album release everyone around the world can join band members on Bandcamp to listen to the entire album.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span id=\"isPasted\">\u201cWith Truth, we wanted to take everything we learned from Age of Fear and raise the bar in every area. We pushed ourselves harder as songwriters and musicians, and the result is an album that\u2019s more powerful, more focused, and more dynamic than anything we\u2019ve done before. The addition of drummer Roger Banks brought a new level of energy and intensity to the band, and everyone truly brought their A-game. We\u2019re incredibly proud of what we\u2019ve created and believe Truth represents the next evolution of Storm Force. Age of Fear introduced Storm Force; Truth defines who we are.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Stream or Purchase the first single Truth:<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/bravewordsrecords.bandcamp.com\/album\/truth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/bravewordsrecords.bandcamp.com\/album\/truth<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"default\">Digital pre-order for the album Truth:<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/bravewordsrecords.bandcamp.com\/album\/truth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/bravewordsrecords.bandcamp.com\/album\/truth<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"default\"><span id=\"isPasted\">RSVP to the free Listening Party:<br \/>\n<\/span><a id=\"isPasted\" href=\"https:\/\/bravewordsrecords.bandcamp.com\/merch\/storm-force-truth-listening-party\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/bravewordsrecords.bandcamp.com\/merch\/storm-force-truth-listening-party<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"default\">Storm Force delivers powerful melodic hard rock fueled by soaring vocals, massive hooks, and the timeless energy of classic arena rock. Founded by guitarist and songwriter Greg Fraser, best known for his work with Canadian hard rock veterans Brighton Rock, the band blends classic influences with a modern edge, creating a sound that feels both familiar and refreshingly current.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default\">The band first made its mark with the release of its debut album, Age Of Fear, in 2020 through Escape Music. The album earned praise from melodic rock fans and media alike, showcasing a powerful mix of driving guitars, memorable choruses, and emotionally charged songwriting.<\/p>\n<p>Now Storm Force returns with its highly anticipated sophomore release, Truth, a ten-song collection that raises the bar in every direction.<\/p>\n<p>Drawing inspiration from Whitesnake, Dokken, Scorpions, and Bon Jovi, Storm Force delivers music built for loud speakers, live stages, and fans who still believe in authentic, guitar-driven rock!<\/p>\n<p class=\"default\">The debut Storm Force album, along with both Fraze Gang albums are now available for a budget friendly download of $5,99 each at\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/bravewordsrecords.bandcamp.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">bravewordsrecords.bandcamp.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span id=\"isPasted\"><strong>Track Listing:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li id=\"isPasted\" class=\"default\">Truth<\/li>\n<li class=\"default\">Silver Lining<\/li>\n<li>Saviour<\/li>\n<li class=\"default\">Between The Lines<\/li>\n<li class=\"default\">Anti Social Media<\/li>\n<li class=\"default\">Fire Starter<\/li>\n<li class=\"default\">On With The Show<\/li>\n<li class=\"default\">You\u2019re Never Alone<\/li>\n<li class=\"default\">I Wasn\u2019t Finished Loving You<\/li>\n<li class=\"default\">Karma\u2019s A Bitch<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p id=\"isPasted\" class=\"default\"><strong>Band Members:<br \/>\n<\/strong>\u2022 Patrick Gagliardi \u2013 Lead Vocals<br \/>\n\u2022 Greg Fraser \u2013 Lead Guitar, Backing Vocals<br \/>\n\u2022 Mike Berardelli \u2013 Bass Guitar<br \/>\n\u2022 Roger Banks \u2013 Drums<\/p>\n<p class=\"default\"><strong>Production:<br \/>\n<\/strong>\u2022 Produced and Mixed by Darius Szczepaniak<br \/>\n\u2022 Strada XR Atmos Studio, Mississauga, ON<br \/>\n\u2022 Recorded at Storce Recording, Niagara Falls, ON<\/p>\n<p class=\"default\"><strong>Additional Musicians:<br \/>\n<\/strong>\u2022 All keyboards by Mike \u201cBenny\u201d Bedrosian, except on \u201cBetween The Lines,\u201d performed by Ray Coburn.<br \/>\n\u2022 Margaret Maria \u2013 Cello on \u201cI Wasn\u2019t Finished Loving You\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"default\"><strong>Songwriting:<br \/>\n<\/strong>\u2022 All songs written by Patrick Gagliardi and Greg Fraser, except \u201cSaviour,\u201d written by Greg Fraser.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Links:<br \/>\n<\/strong><a id=\"isPasted\" href=\"https:\/\/stormforce.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/stormforce.ca\/<\/a><br \/>\n<a id=\"isPasted\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/officialstormforce\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/officialstormforce<\/a><br \/>\n<a id=\"isPasted\" href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/stormforceband\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/x.com\/stormforceband<\/a><br \/>\n<a id=\"isPasted\" href=\"https:\/\/youtube.com\/@stormforce6368\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/youtube.com\/@stormforce6368<\/a><br \/>\n<a id=\"isPasted\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/stormforceband\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/stormforceband<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@stormforceband\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@stormforceband<\/a><\/p>\n<p id=\"isPasted\" class=\"default\"><strong>About STORM FORCE:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p id=\"isPasted\" class=\"default\">Storm Force is the explosive band that fans of classic hard melodic rock have all been waiting for.<\/p>\n<p id=\"isPasted\" class=\"default\">Storm Force is led by Canadian rock legend and Brighton Rock founder, Greg Fraser. Greg has earned 4 Juno nominations with Brighton Rock, as well as a gold album in Canada. Greg is joined by Patrick Gagliardi (Vocals), Roger Banks (Drums), and Mike Berardelli (Bass), Storm Force\u2019s debut album \u201cAge of Fear\u201d is the culmination of three years of passion for music and the hard rock genre.<\/p>\n<p id=\"isPasted\" class=\"default\">After Brighton Rock, Greg released two great rock albums with the Fraze Gang to solid reviews. For this project however, he decided to step away from the front man role and search for the right members to create something special. Armed with the great rock riffs and melodies he had written, he decided to focus on finding members that were local to him so they could not just create an album that was recorded in different cities with no cohesiveness, but something that really felt like a band! Greg found one of today\u2019s most powerful and versatile lead vocalists in Patrick Gagliardi (formerly of Surface Tension). Patrick adds his touch to the album as the main lyricist bringing different flavours to each song that range from straight ahead Rock anthems to introspective experiences of the current world we live in. Their debut record was recorded at Hamster Cage Studios and produced by Darius Szczepaniak (Black Crowes, Sum 41, Big Sugar). It combines colossal, crushing melodic rock with hook-laden ballads and massive choruses reminiscent of vintage Cinderella, balanced by classic rock sensibilities of acts like The Who and Van Halen.<\/p>\n<p id=\"isPasted\" class=\"default\">The group hails from Niagara Falls, Canada and is rounded out by the blistering one-two punch rhythm section of legendary drummer Roger Banks and sought-after session musician and touring bassist Mike Berardelli.<\/p>\n<h3>About BraveWords Records:<\/h3>\n<p class=\"default\">BraveWords Records has released albums by Crimson Glory, Alcatrazz, Bangalore Choir, Paul Di&#8217;Anno&#8217;s Warhorse, The Chris Slade Timeline, Rhett Forrester and Rob Robbins, Prophets of Addiction, Jack Starr, ASKA and future releases from Lillian Axe, Phil Soussan and a new Alcatrazz studio album.<\/p>\n<p>There is a serious void which desperately needs to be filled, hard-working and creative bands that have yet to find a partnership and a mutual vision with a professional team. The music-fuelled minds behind BraveWords Records, Brian Adams, Giles Lavery, Tim Henderson and Michael Brandvold, have built the ultimate home for an artist that will take you where you want to be. Collectively, with nearly 100 years of music industry experience under our belts, the BraveWords Records team will take care of all the crucial aspects of your project from global distribution (digital and physical), publicity and media coverage (web, radio, visual), social media blanketing and streaming opportunities (such as Streaming For Vengeance). Where most labels have forgotten the concept of actually marketing a release sensibly, BraveWords Records will construct a viable and comprehensive marketing plan, including visibility at\u00a0<span dir=\"ltr\">BraveWords.com<\/span>, which attracts a million visitors monthly. BraveWords Records has all senses on high alert as the music industry continues its never-ending transitioning, so the artist will always be aware of new opportunities to build their brand and strive for world domination. BraveWords will also have a focus on licensing film and TV content, both contemporary and retrospective across many genres. As artists and labels transition to the many new mediums available today for their work, BraveWords intends to stay ahead of the curve in providing and actively seeking opportunities for our roster of clients.<\/p>\n<p>With the rapid spread of the world wide web,\u00a0<span dir=\"ltr\">BraveWords.com<\/span>\u00a0was born in 2000 and quickly became the CNN of heavy metal. With its team of global writers and photographers, the site flourished with 24\/7 updated news, features, reviews, audio and video steams.<\/p>\n<p>For nearly 30 years, BraveWords wears their metal heart loudly on their sleeve, as they celebrate the greatest genre of music with the most dedicated and passionate fans on the planet!<\/p>\n<p>Head to <a href=\"https:\/\/bravewordsrecords.com\/\">BraveWordsRecords.com<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/bravewordsrecords.com\">http:\/\/bravewordsrecords.com<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thestoreformusic.com\/shop.php#!\/Bravewords-Records\/c\/170260296\">https:\/\/www.thestoreformusic.com\/shop.php#!\/Bravewords-Records\/c\/170260296<\/a><br \/>\n<u><a href=\"http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/BravewordsRecords\">http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/BravewordsRecords<\/a><\/u><br \/>\n<u><a href=\"http:\/\/www.instagram.com\/BravewordsRecords\">http:\/\/www.instagram.com\/BravewordsRecords<\/a><\/u><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.twitter.com\/BravewordsRec\">http:\/\/www.twitter.com\/BravewordsRec<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/youtube.com\/@BravewordsRecords\">https:\/\/youtube.com\/@BravewordsRecords<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@bravewordsrecs\">https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@bravewordsrecs<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.threads.net\/@bravewordsrecords\">https:\/\/www.threads.net\/@bravewordsrecords<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/bravewords.com\">http:\/\/bravewords.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-52054\" src=\"http:\/\/michaelbrandvold.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/pr-2026-07-28-storm_force-02-683x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">For all inquiries, contact:<br \/>\nMICHAEL BRANDVOLD MARKETING &amp; MANAGEMENT<br \/>\nMichael Brandvold | me@mikebrandvold.com | 415-200-8483<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Michael Brandvold is a freelance music industry consultant based in Northern California. Having launched Michael Brandvold Marketing to leverage his years of experience to provide direction to large and small clients in the areas of online &amp; social marketing as well as e-commerce and customer acquisition and retention.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Gene Simmons of KISS first tapped Michael\u2019s skills as a pioneering online marketing strategist to launch and manage all aspects of Kissonline.com\u2019s multi-million dollar enterprise, including their ground-breaking VIP ticket program.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Michael has also managed the online efforts for Jordan Rudess, Greg Kihn, KISS, ACCEPT, SOiL, Tantric, Killer Dwarfs, Dream Theater, Little Caesar, Narada Michael Walden, Motley Cr\u00fce, Rod Stewart, Madonna, Ozzy Osbourne, Madonna and Britney Spears to name only a few.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">If you are interested in speaking with Michael about what he can do to assist with your marketing needs contact him online at\u00a0me@mikebrandvold.com | 415-200-8483<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Self-Titled First Single \u201cTruth\u201d Is Now Streaming TORONTO, CANADA (June 25, 2026) &#8212;\u00a0BraveWords Records is pleased to announce the new Storm Force album Truth, releasing on August 14th. 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