As previously reported, ex-Metal Church singer Marc Lopes recently opened up about his departure from the band, calling the whole situation “pretty disgusting.” Now, ex-drummer Stet Howland has taken to social media to back up his claims. Howland said the following: “I have to release a statement regarding the Metal Church situation. I know it’s…
Metal Church guitarist Kurdt Vanderhoof has issued a statement regarding the band’s decision to move forward with a new lineup. Despite the change, the guitarist has “nothing negative to say about” his former bandmates. Vanderhoof said the following: “Hey friends! As with any band, sometimes things just stop working and you have to move-on, no…
During a recent appearance on The Big Truth Podcast, ex-Metal Church singer opened up about the band’s decision to continue with a new lineup. According to him, the whole situation was “pretty disgusting.” Lopes said the following: “When METAL CHURCH canceled the tour in 2024, there was a lot of things going on behind the…
Metal Church have returned with a new lineup consisting of guitarist Kurdt Vanderhoof, guitarist Rick Van Zandt, bassist David Ellefson (ex-Megadeth), drummer Ken Mary (Flotsam And Jetsam), and singer Brian Allen (ex-Vicious Rumors). With this news, the band have also shared a new video for their new song “F.A.F.O.” You can check that out below:…
During an interview with The Metal Voice, Metal Church’s Marc Lopes was asked for an update on the band. However, the singer says he has “no idea” about their current status. Lopes said the following: “Ask them. [Laughs] I don’t know anything about nothing. It was doing amazing, everything was going really good, and then…
Metal Church have cancelled all of their 2024 live shows. The dates were scrapped due to Kurdt Vanderhoof’s back issues. Vanderhoof issued the following statement to Steve Hoeg, the talent buyer for Rockpile in Toronto, ON: “Dear Friends (Kurdt here) As some of you may have recently noticed during our live performances, I frequently will…
Metal Church have announced a March North American tour. Here’s the dates: With All Sinners: 03/20 Burlington, VT – Higher Ground 03/21 Derry, NH – Tupelo Music Hall 03/22 New Bedford, MA – The Vault Music Hall (no All Sinners) (with Platinum Moon) 03/23 Reading, PA – Reverb 03/24 Clifton, NJ – Dingbatz With Heathen:…
Former Metal Church drummer Kirk Arrington has sadly passed away at the age of 61. The band issued the following statement: “We just received the sad news, Kirk Arrington passed away this morning due to health issues. RIP in brother! See you on the other side….#RIP #legend #gonetoosoon #MetalChurch #drummer”
Metal Church have announced a headlining U.S. tour. The band will be touring in support of their new album “Congregation Of Annihilation” (out May 26). Tour Dates: 06/03 Chicago, IL – Reggies 06/04 Westland, MI – The Token Lounge 06/22 New Bedford, MA – Purchase St Records (Album Signing and Meet & Greet] 06/23 New…
Metal Church have premiered a new song titled “Making Monsters.” This track is from their new album “Congregation of Annihilation,” which will be released on May 26. Kurdt Vanderhoof commented: “Keeping with the Metal Church tradition of combining the heavy and aggressive sound of thrash metal while injecting a good dose of melody and hooks,…
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