Hard rock supergroup Iconic – featuring Michael Sweet on guitars, Joel Hoekstra on guitars, Marco Mendoza on bass, Tommy Aldridge on drums, and Nathan James on vocals – are pleased to share the new single and lyric video for “Valley Of Lost Souls,” ahead of the release of their upcoming album II, out on July 31, 2026 via Frontiers Music Srl.
Michael Sweet comments: “What a thrill it is to create and release music with such legends. ‘Valley Of Lost Souls’ is another song that solidifies who we are as a band and perfectly represents our goal – to remind people of the power of rock.”
Joel Hoekstra adds: “Big thanks to Frontiers for the opportunity to make music with these guys! I hope you enjoy ‘Valley Of Lost Souls’ as much as I enjoyed playing/recording it!”
Marco Mendoza states: “Here’s another killer track! Flying high with the Iconic flag, great band! Enjoy!”
Iconic returns with II, a second album that doesn’t just continue the band’s journey – it defines it. Where their debut introduced the chemistry between five world-class musicians, II sharpens that vision into a clearer, heavier, and more confident sonic identity, delivering a sound that is more powerful, more direct, and unmistakably rock.
At the heart of the album lies the electrifying guitar partnership of Joel Hoekstra and Michael Sweet, delivering a masterclass in soaring melodies, blazing solos, and muscular riffs that perfectly balance technical brilliance with pure hard-rock attitude. Beneath them, the rhythm section of Tommy Aldridge and Marco Mendoza drives the record with thunderous authority, creating a groove that is both massive and relentless.
The album kicks off with “Cry No More,” a high-octane opener that immediately sets the tone – an energetic slice of hard rock packed with driving riffs, explosive drums, and a chorus built to stick.
On the other side of the emotional spectrum, “Tears Keep On Falling” showcases the band’s dynamic range, unfolding as an electrifying power ballad where melody, atmosphere, and intensity come together in dramatic fashion.
Towering above it all is Nathan James, whose performance on ‘II’ is nothing short of extraordinary – powerful, soulful, and commanding, elevating every track with unmistakable presence.
With bigger riffs, deeper grooves, and a stronger sense of identity, II captures Iconic at full force: a band no longer introducing itself but fully owning its sound.
