AATR Premier – NIGHTHAWK “Home Tonight” official video
25th April 2025NIGHTHAWK returns with “Home Tonight”, a striking new single that blends classic rock nostalgia with sleek, modern melodic flair. Anchored by a riff that guitarist and songwriter Robert Majd (Metalite, Captain Black Beard) carried with him for over a decade, the song bursts with life thanks to an inspired session that brought it all together in one spontaneous, electrifying moment.
Featuring soaring vocals from Björn Strid (The Night Flight Orchestra, Soilwork) and rich, atmospheric keyboards by John Lönnmyr (The Night Flight Orchestra), “Home Tonight” is a heartfelt, melodic anthem that captures the essence of what Nighthawk has become – a joyful yet masterful celebration of timeless rock music.
“This song was special to me as it has a riff that I’ve been playing for over ten years but never made a song with. I tried a couple of times but nothing good came of it, but when I started playing it for this session, the song almost wrote itself. It’s a very melodic number with amazing vocals and keyboards as always with these guys. I love it!” – Robert Majd
Following two acclaimed studio albums and recording sessions in iconic locations like Abbey Road, Nighthawk return in 2025 with a bold new chapter. Their latest album, “Six Three O”, was captured at the legendary Rockfield Studios in Wales – where classics by Queen and Oasis were once born – and once again brings together a stellar lineup of Swedish rock powerhouses.
Led by Robert Majd (Captain Black Beard, Metalite) on guitars, Nighthawk features Björn Strid (Soilwork, The Night Flight Orchestra) on vocals, John Lönnmyr (The Night Flight Orchestra) on keyboards, Rasmus Ehrnborn (Soilwork, The Night Flight Orchestra) on bass, and Magnus Ulfstedt (Black Paisley) on drums. The album was produced by Sverker Widgren (Portal, October Tide), continuing the trusted collaboration that shaped their previous release “Prowler” (2024).
From the soaring melodies of “Home Tonight” – built around a long-held riff that finally found its moment – to the energetic pulse of “Angel of Mine”, “Six Three O” is an album that combines musical finesse with heartfelt expression. On “Can’t Say Goodbye”, the band’s chemistry shines through as Björn spontaneously crafted a pre-chorus that elevates the track on the spot. Meanwhile, “Too Good for You” delivers a tight, no-frills blast of classic rock’n’roll, driven by fiery performances from all involved.
What started as a creative outlet has grown into a fully realized band, uniting some of Sweden’s finest rock musicians under one banner. After “Midnight Hunter” (2021) and “Prowler” (2024), “Six Three O” cements Nighthawk’s reputation as one of the most compelling melodic rock bands of the moment – honoring the past while forging ahead with passion and power.
“Six Three O” will be released on LP (black vinyl limited to 100 copies, green vinyl limited to 200), CD and digital on 01.08.2025 via Mighty Music.
Lineup:
Robert Majd – guitar
Björn Strid – vocals
John Lönnmyr – keyboards
Magnus Ulfstedt – drums
Rasmus Ehrnborn – bass
