METAL CHURCH: Dead To Rights

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METAL CHURCH Returns With New Lineup Including DAVID ELLEFSON And KEN MARY; Band Shares New Single And Music Video “F.A.F.O”​

"... West Coast heavy metal veterans, Metal Church, return with a revitalized lineup and a hard-hitting new single that underscores the sound that has driven their four-decade legacy. The new formation features founding guitarist Kurdt Vanderhoof alongside longtime guitarist Rick Van Zandt, joined by bass icon David Ellefson, powerhouse drummer Ken Mary, and dynamic new vocalist Brian Allen....

...Kurdt Vanderhoof explains:

After 45 years, the fact that we have new music coming in 2025 feels like a miracle. There was a time when I honestly didn’t think Metal Church would continue, but we’re back—and this lineup is firing on all cylinders. I can’t tell you how excited I am to have a new single on the way; that alone makes this moment incredibly special. ‘F.A.F.O.’ is an aggressive thrasher, and I think the fans are really going to dig it. We certainly do—otherwise it wouldn’t be Metal Church.

Metal Church plan to tour extensively in 2026 and some festival dates have already been announced with more to come....Stream / download the new single “F.A.F.O” here...."

 

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KURDT VANDERHOOF Joins METAL CHURCH Bandmate DAVID ELLEFSON On New Episode Of “The David Ellefson Show”; Video​

 

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METAL CHURCH's KURDT VANDERHOOF Has 'Nothing Negative To Say' About His Former Bandmates: 'Sometimes Things Just Stop Working'​

 

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METAL CHURCH To Release Dead To Rights Album In April; More Tour Dates Scheduled For 2026​

"... West Coast thrash metal legends, Metal Church, return with their 13th studio album, Dead To Rights, scheduled for release on April 10 via Rat Pak Records. The album marks the first release from the band’s latest lineup, featuring founding guitarist Kurdt Vanderhoof alongside longtime guitarist Rick Van Zandt, joined by bass icon David Ellefson, powerhouse drummer Ken Mary, and dynamic new vocalist Brian Allen.

From the aggressive opening assault of “Brainwash Game” to the riff-driven finale “My Wrath,” Metal Church prove they still possess the same relentless drive that has earned them fans for over four decades. Tracks such as “Deep Cover Shakedown,” “The Show,” and “Wasted Time” deliver the signature sound the band has long been known for. The album’s first single, “F.A.F.O.,” was released last November, with its accompanying video surpassing 400,000 views to date. Dead To Rights was produced by Kurdt Vanderhoof and mixed and mastered by Zeuss at Planet Z.

Kurdt Vanderhoof exclaims:

This new album is very special to me for one reason: the band was over, and I honestly didn’t see it being resurrected. But somehow, it brought itself back to life—again! I’m incredibly proud of these new songs; they hit hard. Brian Allen brings the classic Metal Church sound to the vocals, and adding a rhythm section with musicians of the caliber of Dave Ellefson and Ken Mary makes this a force to be reckoned with. If you enjoy classic Metal Church, you’re going to love this record.

Pre-order Dead To Rights in various bundles here.... All information on touring plans and links to tickets can be found at metalchurchofficial.com...."

Dead To Rights tracklisting:

“Brainwash Game”
“F.A.F.O.”
“Dead To Rights”
“Deep Cover Shakedown”
“Feet To The Fire”
“The Show”
“Heaven Knows (Slip Away)”
“No Memory”
“Wasted Time”
“My Wrath”