UDR/Warnerhas set a September 26 release date for the first-ever solo album fromSYMPHONY XbassistMike LePond.

"Mike LePond's Silent Assassins"is described in a press release as "a fantastic heavy, power metal album that combines all influences ofMike LePond's favorite bands from the past and present. This album is packed with kick-ass vocals, scorching riffs and epic styling; there's something in there for any style of metalhead!"

"Mike LePond's Silent Assassins"features guest performances by guitarist"Metal" Mike Chlasciak(HALFORD,TESTAMENT), lead guitarist and drum producerMichael Romeo(SYMPHONY X), vocalistAlan Tecchio(HADES,WATCHTOWER), and, of course, mainmanMike LePondon bass and rhythm guitar.

LePondstates: "This CD is all me. I wrote all the music, and all the lyrics. It's one of the most satisfying things I've ever done and I can't wait to share it with my fans. Join me as we celebrate the glory of heavy metal with my first-ever solo release!"Metal Mikeadds: "Superbly crafted songs! Highly recommended to fans who like their metal true and hard."Alan Tecchiosays: "The themesMikewrote about lyrically and the energy of full-throttle riffage was a welcome back to my power metal roots."

"Mike LePond's Silent Assassins"track listing:

01.Apocalypse Rider
02.Red Death
03.The Quest
04.The Outsider
05.Masada
06.Silent Assassins
07.Ragnarok
08.The Progeny
09.Oath Of Honor