DORO Announces 'Wild At Heart' Special Release, Shares First Single/Video 'Rock You 2 Death'

On December 11, 2026, just in time for the kickoff of her "Magic Winter" tour, German metal queen Doro Pesch is treating the rock world to the special release "Wild At Heart", a red-hot album packed with killer new tracks.

"Rock You 2 Death", the first new single along with its accompanying video — which Doro filmed in Sweden and spiced up with awesome live clips from Wacken Open Air — provides the perfect preview. Check it out below.

Doro explains: "'Rock You 2 Death' is a great sing-along anthem, very much in the style of 'We Are The Metal Heads' and 'Raise Your Fist In The Air'. This song is also going to go off live!"

"Rock You 2 Death" is the crisp appetizer of a nine-course menu for true rock and metal connoisseurs, skillfully tickling every taste bud with everything from irresistible anthems to hard-hitting metal and bittersweet ballads, all while delivering a listening experience that leaves nothing to be desired. To top it all off, Doro serves up a massive live version of her legendary hit "Touch Of Evil" featuring former ARCH ENEMY singer Alissa White-Gluz.

Doro explains: "The new tracks on 'Wild At Heart' are all songs close to my heart; many of them were written in the past few weeks. I wanted to have brand-new songs ready for the upcoming tour that would really ignite both on the album and live."

Mission accomplished: Fans will love "Wild At Heart" - and will be able to experience many new hits live on the winter tour, which kicks off on December 11.

Doro adds: "This special release really packs a punch. I can immediately add two or three new bangers to the setlist that are sure to be a hit with the fans!"

"Wild At Heart - Special Release (Tour Edition)" is being released on Doro's own label, Rare Diamonds Production (distributed by Edel),and is available in the following formats: digipack with a reversible cover, shaped vinyl, picture vinyl, colored vinyl, box set, digital, and — as a special treat — a liquid-filled vinyl filled with dark red glitter.

"Wild At Heart - Special Release (Tour Edition)" track listing:

01. Rock You 2 Death
02. I Believe In Love
03. You R Not Alone
04. Fight Like A Lion
05. Too Little Too Late
06. Stay With Me
07. Holding Out For A Hero
08. Touch Of Evil (live) (feat. Alissa-White Gluz)
09. Remember The Good Times

Last fall, Doro released "Warriors Of The Sea" via her own label Rare Diamonds Production, distributed by Edel. Besides the strictly limited liquid-filled vinyl version, it was also made available as CD digipak and picture disc vinyl.

The idea for this special release emerged following two sold-out "Metal Queen Metal Cruises" that were a huge success with fans in late May 2025 and early June 2025. Along with a third cruise which took place in June 2026, these events created demand for more music.

The album's title track was written by Doro specifically as an anthem for the cruise and immediately became an absolute fan favorite at summer festivals worldwide. The remaining nine tracks were a carefully curated selection by Doro focusing on "Warriors" and "Cruise" themes. All were rarities perfect for fans, collectors, and metal enthusiasts. Side A featured rare studio recordings, while Side B delivered live tracks recorded during Doro's completely sold-out 2024/2025 tour.

In March 2025, Doro received a lifetime achievement award in her former hometown of Düsseldorf. The award was presented to the singer in a grand, ceremonial setting by Klaus Meine, frontman of the legendary rock band SCORPIONS. The award honored Pesch's groundbreaking career, which began in the 1980s with her band WARLOCK. As one of the first women to break into the male-dominated heavy metal scene, she established herself as a lasting force in the international music industry. With over ten million albums sold and more than 3,500 concerts across 60 countries, the Düsseldorf native is among the most successful female rock musicians of all time.

Doro's latest album, "Conqueress - Forever Strong And Proud", was released in October 2023 via Nuclear Blast.

Photo credit: Frank Durstgoff (courtesy of Palmer Turner Overdrive)