UNSTOPPABLE: Ritchie Blackmore Revives Rainbow After 13-Year Hiatus with Explosive New Album Stranger in Us All
Rock fans around the world are rejoicing as legendary guitarist Ritchie Blackmore shocks the music world with the long-awaited return of his iconic band, Rainbow. After a 13-year hiatus from hard rock, Blackmore has resurrected the group with the release of their thunderous new studio album, Stranger in Us All.
The announcement dropped like a bomb across music media platforms early this morning, accompanied by a teaser trailer featuring soaring solos, thunderous drums, and the unmistakable mystical imagery synonymous with Rainbow’s legacy. Blackmore, known for his virtuosic fusion of classical technique and heavy rock, is once again at the helm—proving that age is no match for brilliance.
The album features 10 electrifying tracks, blending the signature Rainbow sound of the ’70s and ’80s with fresh modern energy. From the haunting ballad “Black Moon Rising” to the searing opener “Firebrand’s Oath,” the album delivers raw power, poetic lyrics, and Blackmore’s guitar wizardry in full force.
Longtime fans will be delighted to know that the lineup includes both new talent and a few familiar faces, handpicked by Blackmore himself. Fronting the band is powerhouse vocalist Adrian Hart, a rising star whose soaring range has already drawn comparisons to Dio and Bonnet.
Speaking at a press conference in London, Blackmore said, “I never really closed the door on Rainbow—I just waited for the right time, and the right sound. This album is a journey into light and shadow, old and new. It feels like coming home.”
Stranger in Us All is out now on all major platforms, with a world tour rumored to follow in early 2026.
The message is clear: Rainbow has returned—and the storm has only just begun.