The Ark Releases New Single "If I Ever Lose My Temper" Ahead of Summer Tour

Swedish glam rock icons The Ark have returned to the music scene with a brand new single, "If I Ever Lose My Temper," released in anticipation of their upcoming summer tour. This marks the group's third original release since reuniting, following "Stronger Than" and "Give and Take," as part of a renewed burst of creativity that has excited both long-time fans and the band members themselves.

The latest track was both recorded and produced by The Ark in Jens Andersson's studio in Malmö, showcasing the band's hands-on approach. According to a press release, "If I Ever Lose My Temper" is described as a dramatic glam rock ballad and a three-and-a-half-minute mini-rock opera. The production is rich, featuring strings, brass, layered choirs, and harmonious guitars—elements that have always been central to The Ark's signature sound.

This fresh single comes just ahead of a much-anticipated summer tour, set to begin on June 24 in Motala. The tour includes performances in numerous Swedish cities, with the finale scheduled for September 5 at Vida Arena in Växjö. For that closing concert, The Ark will share the stage with Melody Club and Bullet, promising an energetic end to the series of shows. Tickets for all dates are available via livenation.se.

The band expressed their anticipation and excitement about performing new material live, referencing how their 2022 reunion inspired a wave of new musical ideas. They describe "If I Ever Lose My Temper" as a condensed rock opera crafted in Malmö, blending the orchestral and theatrical elements that define their style.

Formed in 1991 in Rottne near Växjö, The Ark consists of Ola Salo, Lars "Leari" Ljungberg, Mikael Jepson, Martin Axén, Sylvester Schlegel, and Jens Andersson. The group's breakthrough came in 2000 with the album "We Are The Ark," featuring the hit single "It Takes a Fool to Remain Sane," which established them as leaders on the Swedish and international pop-rock scene.

The upcoming tour will see the band visit a large number of venues across Sweden, reigniting nostalgia for long-time supporters while introducing their dramatic live shows to new audiences. Full details of the 2026 tour dates and ticket information can be found through official channels.