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