Rockshots Records is proud to announce the release of “Just An Illusion”, the first single from SARTORI’s upcoming studio album "We’re Rising", scheduled for release on January 29th 2027 on CD, vinyl and digital formats.

Following the debut album "Dragon’s Fire", guitarist, composer and virtuoso Andy Sartori returns with a new chapter that expands the SARTORI sound into a more melodic, eclectic and old-school heavy metal direction. "We’re Rising" marks a different experience compared to the first album, driven by stronger melodic songwriting, the powerful vocal presence of Mark Boals and a broader musical approach.

Inspired by the golden era of late-’80s hard rock and heavy metal, the album blends neo-classical guitar work, American power metal energy, AOR influences and the spirit of Yngwie Malmsteen’s Odyssey-era while retaining the refined arrangements and virtuoso musicianship that define Andy Sartori’s vision.

The album features legendary vocalist Mark Boals - known for his work with Yngwie Malmsteen, Ring of Fire and Royal Hunt - alongside Andy A. Sartori on guitars and keyboards, Andre Di Sao Thiago on bass guitar and Dino Castano on drums. "We’re Rising" was mixed by Kfir Gov at Evil Snail Studios in Austin, Texas and mastered by Maor Appelbaum, assisted by Zach Kornhauser at Maor Appelbaum Mastering in California.

Opening the campaign is “Just An Illusion”, a melodic and uplifting track built around a positive message of perseverance: keeping faith, continuing to fight and believing that the effort is worth it. The song combines an european melodic metal feel with strong vocal hooks, powerful riffs and Andy Sartori’s neo-classical guitar identity, making it the perfect introduction to the sound and spirit of "We’re Rising".

 

 

Speaking about the single, Andy Sartori comments:

“'Just An Illusion' is a positive ‘keep the faith and keep trying because it’s worth it’ kind of song. It also has a very european kind of style which gives it a special melodic character within the album.”

Discussing the new album, Sartori adds:

“We’re Rising is a different experience compared to the first album, starting with Mark Boals’ fantastic vocals and melodic approach. The new songs are also more eclectic than the ones from the first album, which makes this record a very important step forward for SARTORI.”

With its mix of classic heavy metal energy, melodic choruses and refined guitar work, "We’re Rising" is aimed at fans of Yngwie Malmsteen’s Odyssey era, Rainbow, Axel Rudi Pell, American power metal, ’80s heavy rock and neo-classical melodic metal.

 

 

Tracklist:

1. An Army Of One
2. Just An Illusion
3. Little Aria In G Major Part II
4. Renaissance
5. Quest For Glory
6. Someone To Hold You
7. Solitude
8. Savage
9. My Eternal Fight
10. We're Rising

 

LISTEN to "Just An Illusion" on all digital platforms - lnk.to/s8rJai

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SARTORI is an American virtuoso guitarist and songwriter whose music combines melodic hard rock, neo-classical influences and traditional heavy metal with a contemporary production approach. Drawing inspiration from artists such as Yngwie J. Malmsteen, Axel Rudi Pell and the timeless sound of Rainbow, he delivers technically accomplished yet highly melodic compositions that balance instrumental virtuosity with memorable songwriting.