Vandor Returns with Epic Third Album The Ember Eye Part II: The Portal of Truth

Swedish power metal force Vandor proudly returns with their long-awaited third album, The Ember Eye Part II: The Portal of Truth — a full-scale concept adventure that pushes the band’s signature storytelling to new heights. Known for narrative-driven fan favorites such as “Beneath the Sky” and “Fate of Eltoria,” Vandor now delivers a sweeping sequel packed with dramatic twists, heroic melodies, and even an instrumental boss-battle scene that brings the album’s fantasy world to life. Powerful, fast, and unapologetically epic, this record is essential listening for any devotee of modern and classic power metal.

Fans who attended Vandor’s successful tour dates across Sweden and Norway were given a rare preview, hearing several of these new tracks live a full year before recording—a classic approach reminiscent of the genre’s golden years. This early road-testing helped shape the album into the tight, explosive experience it is today.

Since releasing their debut LP In the Land of Vandor in 2019, the band has performed at major festivals and iconic Swedish venues, sharing stages with acts such as Sonata Arctica. During this era, their breakout single “Well of Salvation” solidified Vandor’s reputation as a rising power-metal juggernaut. When the pandemic halted touring, the band re-channeled their energy into the studio, delivering their acclaimed 2021 sophomore album On a Moonlit Night, which earned top scores from power-metal critics for its blend of modern energy and classic European flair.

Outside the band, brothers Vide & Alve Bjerde went viral with a power-metal cover of Sweden’s Eurovision entry—leading to a performance on Sweden’s biggest music show before nearly half a million viewers, bringing heavy rock to national TV with unprecedented impact. Meanwhile, the other members bring an elite pedigree of their own, having collaborated with or shared stages with HammerFall, Fabio Lione (Rhapsody), U.D.O., Tommy Johansson (Majestica, Sabaton) and more.

The Ember Eye Part II: The Portal of Truth marks the next evolutionary step in Vandor’s journey: a refined balance of hard-hitting heavy metal, soaring melodies, and the emotional, cinematic power metal that has become their trademark. From the melancholic beauty of the single “Turn to the Light” to the majestic force of “Storm in My Heart,” Vandor invites listeners into a sweeping musical saga where myth, melody, and metal collide.