CRIMSON STEEL Release 'Dark Rider' From Debut Album Show No Fear

CRIMSON STEEL have released “Dark Rider”, the second single from the band’s forthcoming full-length album Show No Fear. The album is scheduled for release on October 2, 2026 through Heaven And Hell Records.

The band is based in Raleigh, North Carolina and the source material identifies Show No Fear as the debut album from CRIMSON STEEL.

The press release describes “Dark Rider” as a traditional heavy metal track built around galloping rhythms, sharp riffing and apocalyptic imagery. Its lyrical and visual framework is presented through references to plague, death, famine, destruction and unavoidable catastrophe.

The song follows the album’s first single and continues the rollout for Show No Fear, placing “Dark Rider” as the second documented preview of the record before its October 2026 release.

According to the press release, Show No Fear is shaped by themes of fear, transformation, power, sacrifice and perseverance. The source material frames the album through traditional heavy metal, cinematic atmosphere, progressive-minded arrangements and story-driven songwriting.

Show No Fear was produced by Wendy Brancaccio. The album was recorded and mixed at Vintage Noise Studio with Wendy Brancaccio and Bill Spears, and mastered by Anthony Focx.

Cover artwork and design for Show No Fear were created by Johnathan @gerardster.

TRACKLIST

1. As Above, So Below — 1:11

2. Dark Rider — 4:39

3. No Absolution — 5:53

4. Purifier — 4:18

5. Final Phase — 5:44

6. Prelude To The Blade — 0:45

7. Century Sword — 5:18

8. Bleed Into One — 6:30

9. Show No Fear — 4:52

CRIMSON STEEL were initially formed in 2022 by bassist Joel McGee. The source material describes the band’s style as rooted in classic metal, combining elements of traditional metal and power metal.

The press release lists Judas Priest, Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden, Savatage, Crimson Glory and Queensrÿche among the band’s primary influences.

Joel McGee and vocalist Tina Langevin had performed together as teenagers before reconnecting through CRIMSON STEEL. The lineup is completed by guitarist and backing vocalist David Ryan and drummer and backing vocalist Will Adkins.

LINEUP

Tina Langevin — lead vocals

David Ryan — guitars, backing vocals

Joel McGee — bass, vocals

Will Adkins — drums, backing vocals

Through“Dark Rider”, CRIMSON STEEL continue documenting the path toward Show No Fear, placing the album’s second single within a traditional heavy metal framework shaped by story-driven themes and the band’s Raleigh, North Carolina formation. The release also preserves the production, recording, mixing, mastering and artwork credits connected to the band’s debut full-length album.

Written by Gino Alache – Music Journalist

Watch the official video for “Dark Rider” below.