Brazilian metal band ANGRA have revealed that their vocalist of the last 13 years, Italian singer Fabio Lione (Vision Divine, Rhapsody Of Fire, Kamelot), is parting ways with the group.
Earlier today (Sunday, November 23),ANGRA released the following statement via social media (translated from Portuguese): “It is with deep gratitude and admiration that ANGRA officially announces the departure of vocalist Fabio Lione.
“Fabio is an extraordinary singer and an unusual human being, who marked our history with his delivery, his artistic sensitivity and a voice capable of moving and impressing audiences around the world.
“Over 13 years, Fabio devoted a huge part of his life to ANGRA, often away from his home in Italy, his family and his routine. This constant effort, always carried out with professionalism, passion and generosity, is something for which we will have eternal admiration. There were countless trips, exhausting tours, hours and hours in the studios and moments that will remain forever in the memory of the band and fans.
“Over time Fabio ended up becoming a bit Brazilian too. Embedded our culture, our language, our humor and our way of seeing life. He became part of our musical family and gained a special place in the hearts of the fans who always welcomed him with immense affection. He is very dear to us all and his presence made a profound mark on all who had the chance to work with or interact with him. [His] legacy within ANGRA will be remembered forever through the music we made together and our time sharing the road and life.
“We wish him all the success and happiness in the next chapters of his journey. We are sincerely grateful for each year of dedication and the memories we made together. Our admiration remains intact and the doors will always be open to him.
“Fabio will bid farewell to ANGRA at the Bangers Open Air show [in April 2026].
“Thank you, Fabio!”
ANGRA are set to bring back their classic “Rebirth” era lineup for a special reunion at the 2026 Bangers Open Air festival, taking place on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at Memorial da América Latina in São Paulo. Alongside a full set from the band’s current incarnation — with Fabio Lione still on vocals — fans will finally get to see the iconic team behind Rebirth (2001) and Temple Of Shadows (2004) together again, featuring the return of guitarist Kiko Loureiro, singer Edu Falaschi, and drummer Aquiles Priester.
live photos of Angra and Fabio Lione by Iro Kalligeri (@irokalligeriphotography)
