TRANSATLANTIC RADIO – Midnight Transmission (2026) *HQ*
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TRANSATLANTIC RADIO, the international AOR / Melodic Rock supergroup based in Los Angeles, are ready to release their debut album ”Midnight Transmission” on February 20, 2026, via Frontiers Music.
Founded by Swedish‑born bassist and producer Victor Brodén (Mitch Malloy), the international collective blends classic ’80s melodic rock with a crisp, modern edge. Fronted by powerhouse vocalist Mattias Osbäck (Locomotive Breath) and featuring acclaimed guitarist R.J. Ronquillo (known for his work with Ricky Martin, Santana, Stevie Wonder, and Stone Sour), the band blends European sensibility with American fire. The lush keyboards of Fred Kron — composer for Anchorman 2 and High School Musical 2, and longtime member of the Jimmy Kimmel Live! band — add cinematic depth and vintage flair.
Behind the kit is Chris Reeve, drummer for Filter and Avril Lavigne, whose dynamic style gives the album its drive and precision. At the center of it all is Brodén himself, anchoring the songs with groove, vision, and a deep understanding of the genre’s melodic soul.
Musically, Midnight Transmission is a love letter to the 80’s giants of the genre – Foreigner, Toto, Danger Danger, Starship – but it’s no nostalgia act. Each track balances polish with punch, fusing massive choruses, slick arrangements, and emotionally charged performances with crisp, contemporary production.
Following a string of well-received singles and video releases, Transatlantic Radio made their live debut at the Malmö Melodic Festival 2024, where their sound and presence confirmed that this is more than just a studio project – it’s a band with heart, muscle, and chemistry.
Packed with arena-ready anthems, the album showcases a band fully aware of their influences, yet unafraid to carve their own path forward. ”Midnight Transmission” is more than a debut – it’s a statement: melodic rock is alive, and Transatlantic Radio is here to carry the signal.
Highly Recommended
01 – That’s What You Get (For Falling In Love)
02 – City Of Angels
03 – Wide Awake
04 – Fever Dream
05 – The Good Times
06 – First To Be The Last
07 – All For You
08 – Against All The Odds
09 – Born To Rise
Mattias Osbäck: Lead and Background Vocals
RJ Ronquillo: Guitar
Victor Brodén: Bass
Fred Kron: Keyboards
Chris Reeve: Drums
Pre order:
www.amazon.co.uk/Midnight-Transmission-Transatlantic-Radio/dp/B0G4W6QZTC
