Lauren Hart (Australian singer)

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Lauren Hart
Hart performing with Once Human in 2015
Hart performing with Once Human in 2015
Background information
Born (1986-04-08) 8 April 1986
Anaheim, California, U.S.
Genres
OccupationsSinger, songwriter, guitarist, pianist[1]
Years active2014–present
Labels
Member of

Lauren Hart (born 8 April 1986) is an American heavy metal musician, best known as the lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist of the American melodic death metal/groove metal band Once Human,[2] and current lead vocalist of the Swedish melodic death metal band Arch Enemy.[3] American heavy metal band Divine Heresy recruited Hart as their vocalist in 2022.[4] Hart's vocal style includes a mixture of growling and clean singing.[5] Hart has appeared on multiple occasions as a guest vocalist for power metal band Kamelot both on stage and in the studio for their 2018 studio album The Shadow Theory.[6]

Early life

Hart was born in Anaheim, California, USA, but was raised in Australia. Shortly before being put in contact with Logan Mader and kickstarting her professional music career, Hart relocated to Los Angeles.[7]

Career

Once Human (2014–present)

Hart with Logan Mader in 2015

In 2014, music executive and A&R representative Monte Conner discovered Hart via clips uploaded to social media of her performing guitar riffs,[8] and contacted Machine Head guitarist Logan Mader to inquire about a record deal for Hart. This led to the formation of the band Once Human. The band released three studio albums and one live album between 2015 and 2022.

Divine Heresy (2022–present)

On 1 August 2022, Dino Cazares (best known as the guitarist of Fear Factory) announced via Facebook that he was working on new Divine Heresy music with Hart, writing "I'm almost ready to write some new material w/ singer Lauren Hart".[9]

Arch Enemy (2026–present)

On 19 February 2026, alongside the release of their single "To the Last Breath", Arch Enemy announced Hart as the new vocalist of the band, following the departure of Alissa White-Gluz a few months earlier.[10] "Connecting with Lauren has marked an important step in my journey," says Arch Enemy guitarist and band leader Michael Amott, commenting on the announcement. "Working with her was an exceptional experience - her remarkable voice, coupled with her dedication and professionalism, brings a rare level of excellence. I look forward to continuing the collaboration!"[11] Hart performed her first show with the band in Beijing, China on 27 March 2026.[12]

Discography

Hart on stage with Kamelot in 2019

Once Human

Studio albums:

Live albums:

  • 2018 – Stage of Evolution

Arch Enemy

  • 2026 – "To the Last Breath" (single)

Guest appearances

References

  1. "Lauren Hart: Once Human – interview". Lithium Magazine. 11 February 2022.
  2. "Once Human - Artists". earmusic.com. Retrieved 20 February 2026.
  3. "Arch Enemy". centurymedia.com. Retrieved 20 February 2026.
  4. "Lauren Hart (Once Human) is The New Singer of Divine Heresy, According to Dino Cazares". Ghost Cult Magazine. 3 August 2022.
  5. "Once Human Interview". Sonic Cathedral. 11 July 2015.
  6. "Kamelot - The Shadow Theory (Album Review)". metalmasterkingdom.com. Retrieved 20 February 2026.
  7. "Once Human Interview". soniccathedral.com. 11 July 2015. Retrieved 20 February 2026.
  8. "Lauren Hart – Once Human". femmemetalwebzine.net. 19 October 2015.
  9. "Fear Factory's Dino Cazares Recruits Once Human's Lauren Hart For Divine Heresy Project". blabbermouth.net. 2 August 2022.
  10. "Arch Enemy's New Singer is An Australian Metal Hero". wallofsoundau.com. 20 February 2026.
  11. ""Make no mistake - this song is a reckoning." After much anticipation (and some bogus rumours), the new singer for metal veterans Arch Enemy has been revealed - alongside pulverising new single To The Last Breath". loudersound.com. 19 February 2026.
  12. "Watch: Arch Enemy Performs Live With New Singer Lauren Hart For First Time". Blabbermouth.net. 27 March 2026. Retrieved 27 March 2026.