Europie, known for their classic rock hits like ‘The Final Countdown’, are making headlines once again. In the year After a hiatus since their last album ‘Walk The Earth’ in 2017, the band are back in the studio working on new music and exciting projects.
Currently based at Atlantis Studios in Stockholm, Europie is collaborating with producer Klaas Åhlund (known for his work with Ghost and Robyn) on a new single titled ‘Keep Your Head Up’. The song promises to be a punchy, soaring rocker reminiscent of Europe’s early sound. Fans can look forward to the release of the single on September 15 this year. Mixing the track to ensure the best sound is Stefan Glaumann, who previously worked on Europe’s “Secret Society” album and has an impressive track record including artists such as Rammstein and Def Leppard.
Europe’s lead vocalist Joey Tempest expressed his excitement at being back in the studio, “We’ve been back on the road for a while, but it’s great to be back in the studio again – with someone as classy and professional as this.” It seems unusual.”
The new single will serve as a preview for Europe’s 12th studio album, which is scheduled to be recorded in 2024 and released that year or early 2025.
In addition to their musical endeavors, Europe is also producing a fascinating documentary called ‘Europe – Film’. Produced and directed by Craig Hooper (known for his work with Deep Purple and Saxon), the film tells the incredible story of the band from its inception to the present day. It chronicles their rise to fame in the mid-’80s, the challenges they faced, their resurgence in the millennium, and their current successes. Fans can expect this exciting documentary to hit the screens in early 2024.
As part of their ‘Time Capsule’ tour Europe they will be traveling across Europe performing 21 concerts in Switzerland, Italy, Germany, Norway, Sweden, France, Netherlands and England. The tour includes two nights at the famous London Palladium and kicks off with a show in Spain on September 21st. These anniversary shows will feature a performance of “Night By,” featuring all of their greatest hits, deep cuts, and fan favorites from their 11 studio albums.
The rock legends are clearly gearing up for a grand and triumphant return, making this an exciting time for Europa fans around the world.
The Time Capsule 40th Anniversary 2023 shows are as follows:
September 21 Spain – Merida, Teatro Romano De Merida
September 30 Switzerland – Lausanne, Metropol
October 1 Switzerland – Zurich, Volkshaus
October 2 Italy – Milan, Teatro degli Arcimboldi – Sold Out
October 4 Germany – Stuttgart, Theaterhaus
October 5 Germany – Munich, Circus Krone
October 6 Germany – Berlin, Admiralsplatz.
October 8 Norway – Oslo, Opera House – Sold Out
October 9 Sweden – Stockholm, Cirkus – Sold out
October 14 France – Paris, Salle Plete
15 October Netherlands – Utrecht, TivoliVredenburg – Sold Out
October 17 UK – Cardiff, St. David’s Hall
October 18 UK – Glasgow, Royal Concert Hall
19 October UK – Gateshead, Sage
October 21 UK – Wolverhampton, The Halls
October 22 UK – Salford, Lowry
October 24 UK – Leicester, De Montfort Hall
October 25 UK – London, Palladium
October 26 UK – London, Palladium
October 30 Sweden – Stockholm, Cirkus – Sold out
October 31 Sweden – Stockholm, Circus – Sold Out
