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MATT ZANE RESPONDS TO STATIC-X LAWSUIT: “THIS WON’T STOP ME”

Filmmaker Addresses Lawsuit Seeking More Than $1 Million Over Disputed Wayne Static and Tera Wray Documentary

LOS ANGELES, CA — September 4, 2026 — Filmmaker Matt Zane is speaking out following a lawsuit filed by Static-X, bassist Tony Campos, and vocalist/manager Edsel Dope that seeks more than $1 million in damages and stems from an ongoing dispute surrounding Zane's documentary project focusing on the lives of late Static-X frontman Wayne Static and his wife, Tera Wray.

The lawsuit is the latest development in a dispute that has been publicly unfolding around Zane's documentary project and his previous work with the Static-X camp.

Zane maintains that the origins of his documentary project go back years and that he had discussed the concept and received support for the project before circumstances surrounding his relationship with the Static-X camp changed.

According to Zane, the situation shifted once he was prepared to move forward with actively developing the film. He says Static-X subsequently withdrew its support, while the Wayne Static estate issued a cease-and-desist concerning the project.

Zane characterizes the lawsuit as the latest attempt to prevent the documentary from being completed and released.

“This is just another tactic to get me to stop making the documentary. It’s ridiculous. This won’t stop me,” said Zane.

Zane says the documentary is intended to focus primarily on Wayne Static and Tera Wray, their relationship, and the final years of their lives, rather than functioning as another documentary about Static-X as a band.

The filmmaker has previously stated that he had discussed the concept with members of the Static-X camp and believed the projects could exist independently, with the official Evil Disco documentary focusing on Static-X while his film centers on Wayne and Tera as individuals. Zane has also publicly maintained that he had a longstanding personal and creative relationship with the couple.

Zane says he has attempted to communicate directly with members of both Wayne Static's and Tera Wray's families in an effort to explain what he describes as the documentary's actual purpose and intentions.

“I believe Wayne and Tera's family were lied to about my intentions,” said Zane. “I've talked to various people in both families. Tera's family thankfully saw enough of what Static-X were trying to do and pulled permission for Tera to be used in their movie Evil Disco . Unfortunately, Wayne's family won't directly correspond with me anymore.”

Zane has previously described his documentary as a separate project from Evil Disco , stating that he believes both films can exist because they tell fundamentally different stories.

Documentary Project Continues Despite Litigation

The lawsuit now adds another legal chapter to a dispute that has been publicly developing for more than a year. Zane has continued to defend his decision to pursue the documentary and has repeatedly stated that he intends to finish the project.

Despite the litigation, Zane says his position has not changed.

“This won’t stop me,” Zane reiterated.

The lawsuit is ongoing, and the allegations made in the complaint remain disputed. Zane maintains that he intends to continue pursuing his documentary and telling the story he believes Wayne Static and Tera Wray wanted told.

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For ongoing developments, updates, and statements from Matt Zane:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lordzanerising/

Telegram: https://t.me/+CBD8iGc35NA4N2I5

Zane Discusses the Lawsuit: https://www.instagram.com/reel/Dc1e8R3P4gR/

Want to understand Zane's relationship with Wayne Static and Tera Wray?
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About Matt Zane:
Matt Zane is a filmmaker, producer, musician, and longtime chronicler of the rock and metal world. His film work has included music videos, documentaries, and projects connected to some of the most recognizable names in heavy music. Zane is currently continuing work on his documentary project focusing on Wayne Static and Tera Wray.

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