Power Quest "Classic Line up" to play Norway in 2026!

[Symphony]

Power Quest Original Lineup Reforms After 18 Years For An Exclusive Concert In Norway​

The classic lineup returns to perform songs from the first three iconic albums at Warriors of Steel Festival in May 2026

London, UK – August 2025 – Power Quest, the celebrated British power metal band, is thrilled to announce the reformation of its original lineup after 18 years. Featuring the classic members Alessio Garavello (Vocals), Steve Williams (Keyboards), Andy Martongelli (Guitar), Steve Scott (Bass), and Francesco Tresca (Drums), the band will reunite for an exclusive performance at the Warriors of Steel Festival in Norway on 29th May 2026.

Power Quest was founded in March 2001 by keyboardist Steve Williams following his departure from London power metal band DragonHeart (now DragonForce). He was soon joined by bassist Steve Scott, also a former DragonHeart member. The band’s early years saw Alessio Garavello recruited in April 2002 as lead vocalist, and by July that year, Italian guitarist Andy Martongelli joined the group permanently to help record their debut album.

The band’s debut album, Wings of Forever (2002), was met with great enthusiasm by fans worldwide. Their sophomore release, Neverworld (2004), recorded with producer Karl Groom, continued to build the band’s reputation in the power metal scene. Regarded as the fan favourite, a true classic Power Metal album in the scene at that time. The third album, Magic Never Dies (2005), introduced drummer Francesco Tresca and earned widespread critical acclaim. The final album recorded by this lineup before Steve Scott left to live back in New Zealand was 2008 – Master of Illusion - Released via Napalm Records, Master of Illusion marked a more progressive turn for Power Quest, while staying true to their melodic power metal roots. Praised for its strong songwriting and production, the album solidified the band’s reputation in the European power metal scene.

For their exclusive concert at the Warriors of Steel Festival on the 29th May 2026, Power Quest’s original lineup will perform fan favourites and classic tracks from the first three albums, celebrating the band’s early legacy and powerful sound.

“We’re incredibly excited to bring the original Power Quest lineup back together and share these timeless songs with our fans,” said Steve Williams. “This performance will also celebrate 25 years since the band was formed in 2001 and will be a magic moment for us, so I hope we will see as many of you in Norway as possible to help us celebrate.”

The Warriors of Steel Festival performance marks a unique opportunity for metal enthusiasts to experience the authentic spirit of Power Quest’s formative era live on stage.

Lineup:

• Alessio Garavello – Vocals
• Steve Williams – Keyboards
• Andy Martongelli – Guitar
• Steve Scott – Bass
• Francesco Tresca – Drums

Event details:

• Warriors of Steel Festival
• Date: 29th May 2026
• Location: Terminalen, Ålesund, Norway

 

[1928]

I can't believe this is happening, and I can't believe I'm finally in the position to make my first trip out of the USA. This is my top entertainment priority for 2026. Thank you for making this happen Steve! I'm sure you have a ton of feelings yourself!

Edit: one of my favorite parts of this set... every song on those albums is fantastic so no matter what gets played every song is a winner. Let's see some never played before songs like Diamond Sky!!

 

[Power_Metal_Dom]

You just never know what's going to happen next in the eventful timeline of PQ! This is really exciting and I'm super chuffed for you guys! I hope as much as possible to attend and if I can't I hope those that get the privilege of seeing the reunion have the BEST time. It's a HELL of a lineup!

I know the classics must get played but I absolutely echo it'd be great to see deep cuts - Diamond Sky, Sacred Land, Strike Force

 

[1928]

STRIKE FORCE!!! YES!!

 

[Cronopio]

This is brilliant. This is glorious!

Now, if I could only get enough cash to actually GO there.

 

[Symphony]

As I don't do social media anymore. - Steve Scott will be dealing with that side of things, ably assisted by the other fellas.

 

[1928]

I was wondering who was doing the posting! I thought, no way that's Steve W. He vanished years ago!

 

[Symphony]

Probably tell from the writing style too I would have thought haha!

 

[Symphony]

Just to be clear as well, in relation to this show "exclusive" means not announcing anything else before Warriors of Steel. Assuming we have something else to announce of course haha!