Swiss singer and songwriter Melissa Bonny is recognized as one of the most impressive and versatile voices in the metal world. As the founder and frontwoman of Ad Infinitum, she blends the heavy riffs of symphonic metal with melodic accessibility; now she steps forward with her most personal project yet—her solo album Cherry Red Apocalypse (23 January 2026).
A Voice That Pushes Boundaries
Melissa Bonny masterfully balances power and fragility in both live performances and studio recordings. Her technically elite vocal ability delivers rare expressive depth not only in metal’s harsher registers but also in moments that demand raw emotional vulnerability.
“Devil On My Tongue”
At the heart of the album, this track illuminates the more intimate and self-reflective side of Bonny’s artistry. The song explores inner tension, self-control, and the endless battle between impulse and restraint through sharp lyrics and dynamic shifts. Musically, it merges modern metal intensity with pop-rock clarity, allowing Bonny’s voice to flow fluidly between aggression and melody.
Unfiltered Expression
Cherry Red Apocalypse marks a turning point where Melissa takes full creative control and creates an unfiltered space for self-expression. The album confidently moves across a wide spectrum—from rebellious, high-energy tracks to emotionally raw and stripped-down ballads. The lyrics—honest, vulnerable, and unapologetically reflective—tie the entire record together into one powerful narrative.
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Melissa Bonny takes the “metal queen” image she built with Ad Infinitum and carries it into a far more human and fragile dimension in her solo work.
The modern tone in “Devil On My Tongue” reaches a much broader audience by embracing pop-rock aesthetics without ever fully detaching from metal.
If you love the dramatic structures of Evanescence or the contemporary textures of Spiritbox, Melissa Bonny’s solo journey could be one of the biggest discoveries of the year.
