The original lineup reunites!
More than two decades after their last studio session together, the original lineup of the Chicago-based progressive power metal band ION VEIN is making a comeback. With the video single “Static Vision” (digital release: September 16th, 2026), the band offers a first glimpse of “Beyond Tomorrow – 25th Anniversary Edition,” which will be released on November 20th, 2026, via Majesphere Records.
Even when the debut album was released in 1999, “Static Vision” was among the band’s most straightforward and energetic songs. With its powerful heavy-metal foundation, dynamic melodies, and progressive elements, the track quickly became a staple of their live shows at the time.
Originally, the album “Beyond Tomorrow” was to be remixed using the analog 2-inch master tapes. However, during the digitization process, it turned out that the tapes for “Static Vision,” “Here Today Gone Tomorrow,” and the title track could no longer be located. This setback sparked the reunion of ION VEIN with its original lineup. After just one rehearsal together, Russ Klimczak, Chris Lotesto, John Malufka, Brian Gordon, and Scott Lang re-recorded the three songs in June 2025 at Rax Trax Studios in Chicago.
As with the original sessions, the basic instrumental tracks were recorded together and live. As a result, “Static Vision” preserves the energy of the original and combines it with new power and clarity. The single was mixed by Jim Morris at Morrisound Studios; his work with bands like SAVATAGE and CRIMSON GLORY was already among ION VEIN’s early musical influences. The song is accompanied by an animated music video created in collaboration with Freakshot.
