FEARLESS V, formed by four former PRIMAL FEAR members and vocalist Gianbattista “Jan” Manenti of THE UNITY, has announced its debut album, *Circus Life*. The album is due on 26 February 2027 through Lucky Bob Records, while the band has released its first single, “Fearless V”, marking a new chapter for the musicians after their 2024 departure from PRIMAL FEAR.

The line-up comprises guitarists Tom Naumann and Alex Beyrodt, bassist Alex Jansen, drummer Michael Ehré and Manenti on vocals. Drawing on influences from PRIMAL FEAR, GAMMA RAY, VOODOO CIRCLE, THE UNITY and *Rock Meets Classic*, the group says it combines melodic power metal with modern metal and strong songwriting; it has already performed at several German festivals in 2026 and has announced further appearances in Germany during 2027. A clown mascot, representing contrasts between image and reality, features in the single’s video and album artwork.