FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SÖNUS Unleash New Single “Pagan Woman”First Offering from Upcoming Album Planes of Torment Release Date: February 14, 2026Genre: Hard Rock, Stoner Rock, New Wave of Classic RockFFO: Led Zeppelin, The Cult, Uriah Heep SÖNUS... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SÖNUS Unleash New Single “Pagan Woman”First Offering from Upcoming Album Planes of Torment Release Date: February 14, 2026Genre: Hard Rock, Stoner Rock, New Wave of Classic RockFFO: Led Zeppelin, The Cult, Uriah Heep SÖNUS return with “Pagan Woman,” a hypnotic and hard-hitting new single that marks the opening chapter of their forthcoming album Planes of Torment. Set for release on February 14, 2026, the track serves as both invocation and warning, pulling the listener into a heavy metal pilgrimage shaped by loss, obsession, and transformation. Rooted in the towering legacy of classic hard rock and early heavy metal, “Pagan Woman” fuses massive, blues-soaked riffs, sensual and ritualistic rhythms, and raw, commanding vocals. Drawing influence from bands like Led Zeppelin, The Cult, Uriah Heep, and Mountain, the song explores the unraveling of love and desire through themes of decay and renewal, destruction and rebirth. Heartbreak becomes ceremony. Longing becomes power. Recorded live in the studio, “Pagan Woman” captures the primal force of a band playing without a safety net. Every note bleeds urgency, channeling obsession and awakening with the grit and grandeur of rock’s golden age. As the first track unveiled from Planes of Torment, it sets the tone for an album forged through hardship, resilience, and an unbreakable belief in the power of Rock. SÖNUS is the vision of multi-instrumentalist and songwriter David Wachsman, following the Doom Charts–topping success of 2022’s Usurper of the Universe. After a period of personal collapse and reinvention, Wachsman assembled a formidable lineup to bring Planes of Torment to life. The album is the result of more than three years of relentless effort, literally shaped by blood, sweat, and tears. Planes of Torment is a blistering journey through madness, heartbreak, and survival, recorded live to preserve the raw, untamed intensity of the band’s performances. It is heavy, human, and unflinchingly honest. The journey begins with “Pagan Woman.” Pre-save “Pagan Woman” here:https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/snus/pagan-woman SÖNUS Lineup:David Wachsman – Lead and Backing Vocals, Lead and Rhythm Guitars, Synths, Lyrics and ArrangementsDave Reno – Bass, Backing VocalsColin Jaramillo – Drums, Backing Vocals Featuring:Mike Gorman – Rhythm Guitar Production Credits:Produced by SÖNUSEngineered and recorded live by Adam Reed at Reed’s Recordings, Campbell, CAMixed by Dave Reno at Fuzzy Wizard StudiosMastered by Matt “Mojo” Denton at Ragged Birds Music Label: Independent / Self-releasedManagement: Self-managed Media Inquiries, Reviews, and Interview Requests: zach@metaldevastationradio.com Connect with the band: https://linktr.ee/SonusRocks Contact: band@sonus.rocks Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE IRON BONES UNLEASH “STRIGOI (BRINGER OF DEATH)” OFFICIAL VIDEOHeavy Speed Roll Fury from Chile – New Album “Poison Riot” Incoming Band: Iron BonesVideo Single: Strigoi (Bringer of Death)From the Upcoming Album: Poison... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE IRON BONES UNLEASH “STRIGOI (BRINGER OF DEATH)” OFFICIAL VIDEOHeavy Speed Roll Fury from Chile – New Album “Poison Riot” Incoming Band: Iron BonesVideo Single: Strigoi (Bringer of Death)From the Upcoming Album: Poison RiotAlbum Release Date: February 19, 2026Genre: Heavy Speed RollLocation: ChileLabel: Seeking label partnership and release support Watch the Official Video:[jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="aT-oN7J9VBw"] In a metal world drowning in recycled tricks and copy-paste rebellion, Iron Bones hit the accelerator and refuse to let up. With the release of the official video for “Strigoi (Bringer of Death)”, the Chilean wrecking crew delivers a first, violent taste of their upcoming full-length album “Poison Riot,” due out February 19, 2026. This is not nostalgia cosplay. This is Heavy Speed Roll. Think high-speed riffs welded to rock and roll grit, sharpened with modern production and zero compromise. “Strigoi (Bringer of Death)” tears forward with Motörhead-level drive, Venomous filth, hardcore bite, and a dangerous sense of control that separates Iron Bones from the weekend warriors. Lyrically and visually, the track dives into mysticism, illusion, and confrontation. Religious decay, social lies, inner poison, and moonlit chaos all collide in a video that feels raw, ritualistic, and alive. No overthinking. No safety rails. Just speed, atmosphere, and truth scraping the asphalt. Iron Bones do not deal in gimmicks. Their sound is tight, professional, and unapologetically aggressive. This band doesn’t just play fast. They play with intent. “Poison Riot” promises a full-length statement that blends old-school metal violence with a modern edge and a relentless rock and roll pulse. This video marks both a single release and a call to action. Iron Bones are currently seeking a label partnership to support and release Poison Riot worldwide. The album is finished, focused, and ready to hit hard. If you’re into Carnivore, Venom, Motörhead, Discharge, Vectom, Onslaught (Power From Hell era), Midnight, Toxic Holocaust, or anything that values speed, chaos, and credibility, it’s time to pay attention. No faith. No brakes.Welcome to the Poison Riot. Production Credits:Producer: Saymon DoseStudio: Piedra Sonica – Valparaíso, ChileMixing / Mastering / Engineering: Pedro Fariña (Piedra Sonica)Cover Artwork & Band Logo: Spektrum Art (@spektrum.art.tattoo)Management: None Links:http://linktr.ee/Ironbones69 For press, label inquiries, and coverage opportunities: zach@metaldevastationradio.comIron Bones are open and ready. Old-school speed. Modern fire. Real metal, no bullshit. Less

Photo Credit: Roxxiephoria Archive FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BLABBERMOUTH PRAISES DETERIOROT’S “ECHOES FROM THE PAST” AS ESSENTIAL DEATH METAL HISTORY Vic Records Reissue Highlights Nearly 40 Years of Relentless Underground Legacy Legendary... More

Photo Credit: Roxxiephoria Archive FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BLABBERMOUTH PRAISES DETERIOROT’S “ECHOES FROM THE PAST” AS ESSENTIAL DEATH METAL HISTORY Vic Records Reissue Highlights Nearly 40 Years of Relentless Underground Legacy Legendary American death metal cult DETERIOROT are receiving high praise from Blabbermouth following the reissue of their 2016 compilation Echoes From The Past, now available via Vic Records. In their in-depth review, Blabbermouth recognizes DETERIOROT as a band “revered for their pungent brutality,” highlighting their rare ability to fuse evil, oppressive death metal with slower, majestic passages informed by traditional heavy metal. Despite maintaining a low profile over their nearly 40-year history, the band is praised for the consistently high quality of their output and their unwavering commitment to their original vision. Fronted by founding member and sole original member Paul Zavaleta, DETERIOROT are acknowledged as a death metal force that has grown sharper and more driven in recent years. Blabbermouth notes that tracks like “Apocalyptic Holy Wars” deliver a suffocating, ominous assault comparable to genre titans such as Immolation, Incantation, and Disma, while still sounding unmistakably DETERIOROT. The review also applauds the band’s ability to balance raw barbarity with epic, doom-laden grandeur. Songs such as “The Faithless” and “Endless Hauntings of Demons and Despair” are cited for their dramatic weight, blending depressive atmosphere with triumphant, unhinged aggression without ever drifting into excess or cliché. Echoes From The Past compiles material spanning DETERIOROT’s entire history, including early demo recordings, the long sold-out 1993 EP Manifested Apparitions of Unholy Spirits, live tracks from 1993, the unreleased Unholy Return promo from 2000, and the modern-era track “Reanimateen,” recorded during recent sessions. Blabbermouth emphasizes that while the exclusive material makes the release mandatory for longtime fans, it also serves as an ideal entry point for new listeners discovering the band for the first time. Measured against the broader death metal landscape, Blabbermouth concludes that DETERIOROT offer creative depth that will resonate with fans of both Cannibal Corpse and My Dying Bride. In an era where old school death metal has regained prominence, the review underscores that DETERIOROT remain a band worthy of respect, recognition, and renewed attention from a new generation of extreme metal fans. With Echoes From The Past and the recent full-length Awakening, DETERIOROT continue to prove that true underground death metal does not age. It only grows more dangerous. Check it out here: https://blabbermouth.net/reviews/echoes-from-the-past Check it out now streaming at Bandcamp: https://vicrecords1.bandcamp.com/album/echoes-from-the-past Echoes From The Past by Deteriorot Also available:  https://music.imusician.pro/a/v0sPY6-f https://xtreemmusic.bandcamp.com/album/awakening DETERIOROT online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DeteriorotBandcamp: https://xtreemmusic.bandcamp.comLabel: https://www.xtreemmusic.com Contact: deteriorot@gmail.com  Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE GIRLZEROTH Unleashes Ferocious Death Metal Assault with New Album Fight Against Stigma Available Now via Underground Syndicate Death metal warriors GIRLZEROTH have returned to annihilate the scene with their latest... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE GIRLZEROTH Unleashes Ferocious Death Metal Assault with New Album Fight Against Stigma Available Now via Underground Syndicate Death metal warriors GIRLZEROTH have returned to annihilate the scene with their latest full-length album, Fight Against Stigma, officially released on January 16, 2026. Blending relentless technicality with visceral intensity, the album is a brutal tribute to the genre’s legends while carving out its own uncompromising identity. Fans of Morbid Angel, Nile, and Hate Eternal will find themselves right at home in GIRLZEROTH’s world—a sonic battleground where blistering riffs, punishing drums, and guttural vocals collide with precision and power. "Fight Against Stigma isn’t just an album—it’s a statement," says the band. "We’re challenging limits, confronting darkness, and standing unflinching against judgment, both in music and life." The album is available for streaming and download now via Underground Syndicate. Brace yourself, because GIRLZEROTH isn’t just playing death metal—they’re redefining it. Stream / Download: https://underground-syndicate.bandcamp.com/ Check them out on YouTube and subscribe: [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="owEWmiISwL0"] Follow GIRLZEROTH: https://underground-syndicate.bandcamp.com/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572754915118https://www.instagram.com/girlzeroth_official/ Contact: neng@underground-syndicate.com Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Evil Age Signs with CDN Records – Debut Single “Evil Never Sleeps” Unleashed Niagara Escarpment, – A new force in extreme metal rises from the shadows. Evil Age, a band forged in the depths of the Niagara Escarpment, has... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Evil Age Signs with CDN Records – Debut Single “Evil Never Sleeps” Unleashed Niagara Escarpment, – A new force in extreme metal rises from the shadows. Evil Age, a band forged in the depths of the Niagara Escarpment, has officially signed with CDN Records and unleashed their debut single, “Evil Never Sleeps.” Combining ancient, suffocating heaviness with feral speed, Evil Age creates a sound that crawls, stomps, and strikes without mercy. Their music carries an unmistakable aura of evil, echoing the sensation of something old awakening beneath stone and steel. Their upcoming debut album, also titled Evil Never Sleeps, promises to deliver exactly what the name suggests: an unrelenting assault of fast, aggressive, crushing speed and heaviness. Evil Age doesn’t just play metal—they summon it, dragging listeners into a darker era where decay, power, and chaos reign. CDN Records is proud to add Evil Age to its roster of groundbreaking artists. The band’s debut is available now for streaming and purchase: https://cdnrecords.com/label-artists/evil-age/ This is the Evil Age… and you’re fucking living it. Follow Evil Age: https://www.facebook.com/evilageofficial/https://www.instagram.com/evil_age_official/https://evil-age.bandcamp.com/https://cdnrecords.com/label-artists/evil-age/ Contact: evil.age.band@gmail.com Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE A.D.A.M. MUSIC PROJECT Unleash Explosive New Single “Fame” Out Now via Astonish Entertainment A.D.A.M. Music Project have officially dropped their brand new single “Fame”, and it hits like a right hook you didn’t see... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE A.D.A.M. MUSIC PROJECT Unleash Explosive New Single “Fame” Out Now via Astonish Entertainment A.D.A.M. Music Project have officially dropped their brand new single “Fame”, and it hits like a right hook you didn’t see coming. Out now on all digital platforms, the track dives headfirst into the chaotic, messy, and brutally real world of internet stardom. Blending hard rock muscle with metalcore bite, AMP pulls back the curtain on the darker side of online fame. Obsession, hunger, ego, burnout, and self-destruction all collide as “Fame” captures the pressure cooker reality of chasing influence in a digital world that never shuts up or slows down. Inspired by the rise and fall of major streamers, “Fame” calls out the brutal cost behind the persona. The track rips with Brandon Frazier on lead vocals, Adam DeGraide delivering crushing guitars, bass, and programming, and Jay Gleason tearing through searing lead guitar lines. The accompanying video pushes the message even further, offering a raw look at the spiral that happens when real life gets traded for constant digital validation. Project architect Adam DeGraide explains: “I feel like this is one of our strongest tracks we’ve ever written. It explores the mind of an online streamer obsessed with being the biggest and most successful in the world, ultimately ruining his own life in the pursuit of fame. At the same time, the song also shows the grit, will, and determination it takes to reach that so-called fame.” A.D.A.M. MUSIC PROJECT Rock Built for the Worlds Gamers Love If you haven’t stepped into the AMP universe yet, now’s the time. Led by producer, multi-instrumentalist, and creative force Adam DeGraide, A.D.A.M. Music Project fuses hard-hitting rock with gaming culture in a way few have even attempted. Think of it as a supercharged collective, a rotating cast of elite musicians crafting massive, cinematic rock anthems inspired by iconic video game characters and worlds. Current lineup includes: Adam DeGraide – vocals, guitar, bass, synths, programming Dameon Aranda – vocals, guitar Jay Gleason – lead guitar Jeff Hall – drums Additional vocal contributions from:Lacy Saunders, Brandon Frazier, Hartleigh Buwick, and Pete Mitchell With six full-length albums and millions of streams, AMP previously cracked the Billboard Top 40 Mainstream Rock Chart with their breakout single “Punch Out.” Their catalog celebrates everything from Apex Legends, Diablo, Sonic, Pokémon, Donkey Kong, DOOM, and God of War, blending nostalgia with modern rock firepower. Beyond the band, AMP also spearheads Astonish Entertainment, a creative label home to artists like No More Kings and Aranda. Astonish played a key role in launching No More Kings’ viral hit “Sweep the Leg,” a cultural moment that helped ignite what would become Cobra Kai. “Fame” Is Out Now Stream it here:https://open.spotify.com/track/1VTBcHzS52ucTIMMwtp6RG Check them out on YouTube and subscribe: [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="cpnT9A4lpj8"] Connect: https://adammusicproject.comhttps://www.facebook.com/ampadammusicprojecthttps://www.instagram.com/adammusicproject/https://www.youtube.com/adammusicprojecthttps://adammusicproject.bandcamp.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/19NbQWCfWWDi4gNidk4ooehttps://music.apple.com/us/artist/a-d-a-m-music-project/1636848085https://www.tiktok.com/@adammusicproject Contact: Chantal.reeder@gmail.com Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ANTANIA ANNOUNCE EUROPEAN TOUR WITH SKAPHOSTHE DESCENT RELEASE TOUR KICKS OFF APRIL 2026 California-based extreme metal outliers Antania continue their global ascent with the announcement of a European tour this April... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ANTANIA ANNOUNCE EUROPEAN TOUR WITH SKAPHOSTHE DESCENT RELEASE TOUR KICKS OFF APRIL 2026 California-based extreme metal outliers Antania continue their global ascent with the announcement of a European tour this April alongside Skaphos, as part of The Descent Release Tour. The run follows Antania’s recent signing with Sound Works Direct Japan, placing the band in elite company alongside Marduk, Archspire, Obscura, Origin, and Skaphos. The tour will see Antania bringing their unmistakable sonic violence to stages across Europe, while Skaphos arrive armed with a brand-new release, making this a must-see pairing for fans of forward-thinking, uncompromising extreme metal. Known for completely rewriting the rulebook, Antania operate with no guitars and no strings, relying instead on crushing low-end bass, feral percussion, industrial intensity, and experimental brutality. Their sound draws influence from Ministry, Slayer, and The Prodigy, resulting in a live experience that is punishing, hypnotic, and impossible to ignore. Antania recently drew major attention with their video for “BloodLove,” directed by Matt Zane and inspired by the crimes of British serial killer Joanna Dennehy, further cementing the band’s reputation for merging dark narrative with unfiltered aggression. THE DESCENT RELEASE TOUR – APRIL 2026 16.04.26 – France – Paris – @peniche_antipode17.04.26 – England – London – @229london18.04.26 – England – Bournemouth – @bearcavegigs19.04.26 – England – Milton Keynes – @craufurdarms20.04.26 – Belgium – Kortrijk – @dvgclub_kortrijk21.04.26 – Germany – Kassel – @goldgrubekassel22.04.26 – Germany – Berlin – @acrossfromwillybrandthaus23.04.26 – Austria – Vienna – @replugged.vienna24.04.26 – Austria – Graz – @music_house_graz25.04.26 – Switzerland – Basel – @valhallabarbasel27.04.26 – France – Lyon – @rockneat All tickets available now:https://linktr.ee/skaphoseu With festival appearances, exclusive releases, and relentless touring on the horizon, Antania are not easing up. Europe, you’ve been warned. [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="8TNsWYFKzus"] For more information, news, and streaming, follow Antania:  https://linktr.ee/antaniaofficial Contact: Antaniaofficial@snakebite.com Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Hegeroth Unleash “You May Call Me a Witch” – First Taste of Upcoming Album Soaked In Rot Polish black metal force Hegeroth return with ‘You May Call Me a Witch’, the first single from their sixth album Soaked In Rot, out... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Hegeroth Unleash “You May Call Me a Witch” – First Taste of Upcoming Album Soaked In Rot Polish black metal force Hegeroth return with ‘You May Call Me a Witch’, the first single from their sixth album Soaked In Rot, out March 25, 2026. The track debuts new vocalist Chors (Eclipse – PL), injecting fresh aggression, energy, and venom into the band’s uncompromising sound. Hegeroth have never followed the crowd. From symphonic beginnings to high-speed, chaotic black metal, their music thrives on unorthodox structures, raw intensity, and a refusal to pander. Lyrically, the band targets dogma, blind obedience, and societal decay. Watch the lyric video here: [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="EbyWMgvnPSo"]Pre-save/stream here: https://www.hegeroth.pl/you_may_call_me_a_witch.html Soaked In Rot features nine tracks recorded at HH Soundlab Studios and mastered by Bene, with cover art by Maciej Kamuda (Blut Aus Nord, Nunslaughter). Self-released and fully DIY, the album drops on CD, digital, and streaming platforms. For fans of Emperor, Satyricon, Edge of Sanity, Hegeroth’s latest is black metal done their way—relentless, inventive, and unapologetic. Connect with the band: https://hegeroth.bandcamp.com/http://www.facebook.com/Hegerothhttps://www.instagram.com/Hegeroth_Official/ Contact: hegeroth@gmail.com Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE LLOTH’s “ARCHEES LEGEONES (Ancient Legions)” Out NowHellenic Black/Death Metal Forged in Legacy and Fire Available Now via Theogonia Records (Poland) Hellenic Black/Death Metal legends LLOTH have officially unleashed their... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE LLOTH’s “ARCHEES LEGEONES (Ancient Legions)” Out NowHellenic Black/Death Metal Forged in Legacy and Fire Available Now via Theogonia Records (Poland) Hellenic Black/Death Metal legends LLOTH have officially unleashed their new release “ARCHEES LEGEONES (Ancient Legions)”, available now worldwide through Theogonia Records (Poland). Steeped in ritualistic intensity and unflinching extremity, the album cements LLOTH’s place among the genre’s elite. Founded in 1995 by Tristessa of ASTARTE, LLOTH continues her legacy under the guidance of her husband and former Astarte member Nicolas SIC Maiis, alongside Thanos, Vaelor, ANTIPOPE, and Naxash. After Tristessa’s passing, the band also helped release ASTARTE’s long-unreleased final album, bridging the past and present of Hellenic extreme metal. Fans of Rotting Christ, Septicflesh, and Dimmu Borgir will find a masterclass in Hellenic Black/Death Metal: commanding riffs, epic atmospheres, and vocals that channel the dark power of ancient legions. Production Credits:Produced by Nicolas Maiis and George Emmanuel (Lucifer’s Child)Mixed and mastered by George Emmanuel Band Lineup:Nicolas SIC Maiis – VocalsThanos – Guitars, Backing VocalsVaelor – GuitarsANTIPOPE – BassNaxash – Drums Old-school spirit, modern execution, no compromises. This one stands tall. Quote:“Hellenic Black Metal finest!” Stream and Download:https://www.submithub.com/link/lloth-hellenicblack-metal Check them out on YouTube and subscribe: [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="BCSZmQB5PYg"] Connect with the band:  https://llothofficial.bandcamp.com/album/archees-legeones-ancient-legionshttps://www.facebook.com/LLOTHOFFICIAL/https://www.instagram.com/llothband/https://theogonia-records.com/lloth/ Contact: lloth_band@yahoo.gr Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE HOOK & LACE IGNITE WITH NEW SINGLE “BLAZE”Debut Full-Length Album “Unblossoming” Arrives in 2026 UK-based solo artist Hook & Lace, the project of musician and producer Matt Corné, unleashes “Blaze”, the first single... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE HOOK & LACE IGNITE WITH NEW SINGLE “BLAZE”Debut Full-Length Album “Unblossoming” Arrives in 2026 UK-based solo artist Hook & Lace, the project of musician and producer Matt Corné, unleashes “Blaze”, the first single from the upcoming full-length album Unblossoming, out Friday, January 30th via Malonche Records. “Blaze” hits hard and fast, blending technical riffing, crushing groove, soaring vocals, and a space-like atmospheric edge. It’s aggressive without being mindless, melodic without being soft, and completely uninterested in staying inside neat genre lines. Call it progressive metal if you need a label, but Hook & Lace plays by feel, not rules. Created entirely independently by Corné, Hook & Lace thrives in the tension between noise and catchiness, heaviness and restraint. Fans will hear shades of Meshuggah’s rhythmic precision and Avenged Sevenfold’s melodic ambition, filtered through a singular vision that values impact over trends. “Blaze is the first single from Hook & Lace’s upcoming first full-length album, Unblossoming. It’s meant to hit immediately, then stick around. Heavy riffs, groove, atmosphere, and melody all colliding at once.” Unblossoming marks the next chapter for Hook & Lace, expanding on this balance of intensity and space while continuing to defy easy categorization. Every note on the project was written, performed, produced, mixed, and mastered by Matt Corné himself, keeping the sound raw, focused, and fully uncompromised. Artist: Hook & LaceRelease: “Blaze” (Single)Release Date: Friday, January 30thLabel: Malonche RecordsProduction: Matt CornéManagement: n/a Pre-save and stream “Blaze” here:https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/hookandlace/blaze If you want heavy music that still thinks for itself, this one’s worth your time. Turn it up and let it burn. Get ready for the premiere below: [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="OePEKk8voB4"] Connect with the band:  https://www.facebook.com/hookxlace/https://www.instagram.com/hookxlace/https://hookxlace.bandcamp.com/ Contact: hookxlace@gmail.com Less

Unauthorized Wayne Static & Tera Wray Documentary to Be Self-Funded by Filmmaker Matt Zane Los Angeles, CA — Filmmaker Matt Zane has announced that his unauthorized documentary focusing on late STATIC-X frontman Wayne Static and his wife Tera... More

Unauthorized Wayne Static & Tera Wray Documentary to Be Self-Funded by Filmmaker Matt Zane Los Angeles, CA — Filmmaker Matt Zane has announced that his unauthorized documentary focusing on late STATIC-X frontman Wayne Static and his wife Tera Wray will move forward as a self-funded project, following the failure of its recent crowdfunding campaign. The campaign faced immediate challenges after the estates of both Wayne Static and Tera Wray publicly objected to the project less than 24 hours before its launch. The following day, Zane was issued a cease-and-desist notice from both estates, prompting significant backlash from fans and contributing to the campaign falling short of its funding goals. Despite the setback, Zane says he remains committed to completing the documentary and will personally finance the project. “I’m sure the estates and everyone over in the current STATIC-X camp thought that if they could prevent my funding, that would be the end of it,” said Zane. “I’m here to tell you I’ll move forward regardless and will self-fund this project to ensure that it’s made.” A segment of the fan community previously accused Zane of pursuing the documentary as a “cash grab.” However, with the project now self-funded, all financial risk rests solely with the filmmaker, and the likelihood of profit is minimal. Zane maintains that financial gain has never been his motivation. “Wayne and Tera asked me to make this. They were my friends,” Zane explained. “I couldn’t get it done while they were here, but I can do it now. They wanted their truth and their story out there, and they trusted me with all of their video projects. I won't let them down.” Zane has also expressed a continued desire to engage in dialogue with the families of Wayne Static and Tera Wray regarding the film’s intent. “I sincerely hope their families watch it,” he said. “I truly believe they will come to understand that my intention was always to honor Wayne and Tera’s wishes.” Weekly updates on the progress of the documentary will be shared via Matt Zane’s Instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/lordzane/ Less