The NwothmTemplar announce debut album “Conquering Swords” in February 2026 via Jawbreaker Records
Swedish heavy metal band Templar are set to unleash their long‑awaited debut full‑length album “Conquering Swords,” a record forged in steel and driven by melody and spirit.
Scheduled for release on the 27th February 2026 through Jawbreaker Records, the album marks the band’s full realisation of the promise shown on their “Black Knight” demo and “Treacherous Beast” single. With sharpened precision and commanding force, Templar step forward as seasoned warriors of their craft.
The first single Trident has already been unveiled and can be heard here:
Produced under the guidance of Staffan Tengnér (Century), “Conquering Swords” carries the warmth and authenticity familiar from the “Treacherous Beast” 7″ and Century’s own releases. The production captures raw energy with clarity, ensuring every guitar harmony and bassline resonates with power. Final mastering was completed by Patrick W. Engel at Temple of Disharmony, giving the album its thunderous and enduring sound.
Across ten tracks, “Conquering Swords” transports listeners into a world of medieval grandeur and high adventure, where themes of courage, betrayal and destiny unfold. Twin guitars clash like steel, galloping rhythms drive the momentum, and soaring choruses conjure visions of fortresses and moonlit battlefields. Templar continue to uphold the tradition of true heavy metal first ignited by Heavy Load and other pioneers of the First Wave of Swedish Heavy Metal.
With Isak Neffling delivering commanding vocals and bass, Mille Lundström on relentless drums, and the duelling guitars of Teddy Edoff and Gustav Harrysson, Templar raise the banner of heavy metal high. This is pure, unfiltered music with heart, honour and hooks in abundance. The call to arms has been sounded.
Tracklist:
01. Gates of Angmar (Intro)
02. Witchking
03. Excalibur
04. Rainbow’s End
05. Exiled in Fire
06. The Sorceress
07. Trident
08. Shipwreck
09. White Wolf
10. Conquering Swords
Line-up:
Isak Neffling – Vocals & Bass
Gustav Harrysson – Guitars
Teddy Edoff – Guitars
Mille Lundström – Drums
Website: jawbreaker.se
Bandcamp: Jawbreaker Records – Conquering Swords
Facebook (Jawbreaker Records): facebook.com/JawbreakerRecords
Instagram (Jawbreaker Records): instagram.com/jawbreaker.se
Facebook (Templar): facebook.com/templarsweden
Instagram (Templar): https://www.instagram.com/templar.band
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