Metal Roundup: Trivium Announces New Tour, Hatebreed’s Wayne Lozinak Diagnosed with Brain Tumor, and Korn Goes Analog for Next Album…
The metal world has been shaken with major updates from three prominent bands—Trivium, Hatebreed, and Korn—each making headlines for vastly different reasons. From new tours and nostalgic recording methods to serious health battles, here’s everything you need to know.
Trivium Announces Tour with Jinjer and Heriot
Following a major lineup shakeup, Trivium has announced a brand-new tour set to hit North America later this year. Originally planned as a co-headlining tour with Bullet for My Valentine, the “Poisoned Ascendancy” tour was restructured after BFMV pulled out unexpectedly. Rising to the occasion, Trivium confirmed that Ukrainian groove metal powerhouse Jinjer and UK-based experimental metalcore act Heriot will now serve as main support.
The tour also aligns with the band’s upcoming eleventh studio album, due in 2026, which guitarist Corey Beaulieu describes as a return to the Ascendancy-era mindset. “It’s heavier, more aggressive, but still very much Trivium,” said Beaulieu in a recent interview. Fans can expect a blend of classics and new material on the road, with dates and cities expected to be announced in the coming weeks.
Hatebreed’s Wayne Lozinak Diagnosed with Brain Tumor
In sobering news, Hatebreed guitarist Wayne Lozinak has been diagnosed with a brain tumor. The band shared the announcement via social media, expressing both their shock and solidarity with Lozinak during this difficult time. While the type and severity of the tumor have not been publicly disclosed, the band has made it clear that all current plans are on hold to focus on Wayne’s health.
Support from the metal community has poured in across platforms, with fans, fellow musicians, and industry peers offering their well-wishes and encouragement. Frontman Jamey Jasta stated, “Wayne is a fighter. We’re with him every step of the way.” As of now, there is no timeline for when the band may return to touring or recording.
Korn Records New Album Using Analog Tape
Meanwhile, in the studio, Korn is embracing old-school techniques as they work on their next album. In an unexpected but welcome twist, the band is recording entirely on analog tape, a method known for its warmth, grit, and unpolished sound—an intentional move to capture the raw energy of their early years.
Guitarist Brian “Head” Welch has called the process “liberating,” noting that the new material is among the heaviest and most authentic-sounding the band has produced in years. Jonathan Davis is reportedly deeply involved in the early stages of writing and tracking, a shift from recent albums where he joined the process later.
Fans can expect a sonic throwback to albums like Follow the Leader and Korn III, with no release date yet, though a late 2025 drop is likely.
From tour excitement to personal trials and analog revival, metal remains as raw, real, and resilient as ever.
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