Evanescence Announces New Album 'Sanctuary', Releases Single

The rock band's fifth studio album is set to drop in June 2026.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 7:00pm

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Evanescence has announced their fifth studio album, 'Sanctuary', set for release on June 5, 2026. The album features the previously released single 'Afterlife' and the newly debuted track 'Who Will You Follow'. Lead singer Amy Lee says the album is 'over three years in the making' and that she is 'so damn proud of every second of it'. Evanescence will be touring the US in support of the new album starting in June 2026.

Why it matters

Evanescence has maintained a loyal fanbase since their breakthrough in the early 2000s, and the announcement of a new album is always highly anticipated. The band's blend of gothic rock and symphonic elements has earned them critical acclaim and commercial success over the years, and 'Sanctuary' will likely continue that trend.

The details

Sanctuary is Evanescence's fifth studio album, following up on their 2021 release The Bitter Truth. The album features the previously released single 'Afterlife', which earned the band their first #1 hit on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Airplay chart. A new single, 'Who Will You Follow', has also been released ahead of the album's June 5th drop date. Evanescence will be touring the US in support of the album, with support acts Spiritbox and Nova Twins.

  • Evanescence announced the new album 'Sanctuary' on April 10, 2026.
  • The album is set to be released on June 5, 2026.
  • Evanescence will be performing at the Sick New World festival in Las Vegas on April 25, 2026 before launching their full US tour in June 2026.

The players

Evanescence

An American rock band founded in 1995, known for their blend of gothic rock and symphonic elements. The band is led by vocalist Amy Lee.

Amy Lee

The lead vocalist and co-founder of Evanescence, known for her powerful vocals and the band's emotive sound.

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What they’re saying

“This album is over three years in the making, and finally listening back to it all at once, about to release it to the world, I am so damn proud of every second of it. It's overwhelming. Working on it has been my outlet for so much that feels wrong and out of control, and a place to ignite hope through the power of music and connection... good thing we have the tour all lined up or I wouldn't know what to do with myself now!”

— Amy Lee, Lead Vocalist, Evanescence

“I've been completely obsessed. I'm dying for the fans to hear this.”

— Amy Lee, Lead Vocalist, Evanescence

What’s next

Evanescence will be performing at the Sick New World festival in Las Vegas on April 25, 2026 before launching their full US tour in support of the new album 'Sanctuary' in June 2026.

The takeaway

Evanescence's announcement of their fifth studio album 'Sanctuary' is an exciting moment for the band's loyal fanbase, who have eagerly awaited new music from the group. The album's blend of the band's signature gothic rock sound with symphonic elements is sure to continue their legacy of critical and commercial success.