European Progressive/Hard Rock Band HEADLESS is proud to announce the release of their new single and music video, “Weightless,” available on all streaming/download platforms.
“Weightless” serves as the first track from the group’s forthcoming album, ‘Transitional Objects,’ to be released late summer 2025. The single. mastered by Ted Jensen (Dream Theater, Metallica), showcases HEADLESS’ signature sound, characterized by intricate guitar work, dynamic rhythms, and melodic vocals. The accompanying animated music video by Dime Stamenov (Sabaton, Uriah Heep, Saxon) visually captures the song’s themes which resonates with the energy and emotion poured into it.
“This single delivers a brand-new level of complexity. It’s definitely a hyper-prog song with the rhythm section embroiling an incredibly detailed texture, at the edge of what is performable by a human being. At the same time the vocal melody is smooth and uplifting, with lyrics about the growing bond between a father and son,” explains guitarist Walter Cianciusi.
“The whole album is a no-frills heavy thing, 8 solid prog songs that represent the absolute peak of Headless’ career. This time we achieved a magic chemistry, an unexpected craftsmanship that will probably remain unpaired on future Headless releases.”
“Weightless” reflects the band’s evolution and offers a glimpse into what listeners can expect from ‘Transitional Objects’ offering something for fans of traditional Hard Rock, AOR or Progressive Rock/Metal.
Key about HEADLESS is the amazingly melodic and infectious vocal harmonies of Swedish singer Göran Edman whose experience since the ‘80s fronting numerous recordings from names like Yngwie Malmsteem, John Norum, Vinnie Vincent, as well as the groups Madison, Swedish Erotica, Glory, Karmakanic and more. Appreciated and loved by those in the know, and underrated by everyone else it’s great to hear Göran return to the group for the new album.
HEADLESS was initially founded in 1996 by cousins Walter (guitars) and Enrico Cianciusi (drums). The original incarnation of the band released the 1996 EP ‘Future to Past’ and the 1998 full-length ‘Inside You’ before disbanding in 2000. Walter revived the name in 2011 with an entirely new lineup, centering their new music around catchy rock choruses, progressive metal technicality and Edman's powerful vocals. That formula – aided by drummer Scott Rockenfield (Queensryche) – formed the basis of their 2013 comeback record ‘Growing Apart.’ Enrico rejoined HEADLESS in 2014 and subsequently contributed drumming duties on 2016's ‘Melt the Ice Away,’ which also featured a guest appearance from guitarist Jim Matheos (Fates Warning). The band's mastery of rock-solid AOR anthems was bolstered on ‘Square One’ with the addition of bassist Martin Helmantel, whose playing helped provide the backbone lending from his experience with Dutch rockers Elegy.
HEADLESS has been a consistent live presence on European stages, performing alongside Geoff Tate, Fates Warning, Queensryche, Tygers of Pan Tang, Angra, Skid Row, Bonfire, D.A.D., Candlemass, The Dead Daisies and more.
HEADLESS is:
Göran Edman – vocals
Walter Cianciusi – guitars
Martin Helmantel – bass guitar
Enrico Cianciusi – drums
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