Metal Church - 'F.A.F.O.' (official music video)

Intimidation is a useless game
I’ve got God on my side
Your damaged brain is on full display
Taking you for a ride
We are the ones who are keeping the gate
Entrance has been denied
Watching and waiting for this to start changing
It’s wasting my time

Lighting fires, you little liars
You didn’t know that we have it all
Your time’s expired, we’ve cut your wires
You’re mistaken, you’re God forsaken
My mind is breaking, you can’t awaken
It’s time you’re facing
Fuck around and You’ll Find Out

There is a difference between you and me
I’m able to think
Your arrogance and your evil disguise
It drives me to drink
You are offended by reality
You’re the missing link
Watching and waiting for things to start changing
Now what do you think?

Lighting fires, you little liars
You didn’t know that we have it all
Your time’s expired, we’ve cut the wires
Your puppet masters are dead and gone
You keep crying, your plans are dying
Now you know that you’re just a pawn
You best start walking and please stop talking
You’re mistaken, you’re God forsaken
My mind is breaking, you can’t awaken
It’s time you’re facing
Fuck Around and you’ll Find Out

Across the nation, the situation
It’s getting dire, we’re done with you
Aggravation, decapitation
Of everything that you plan to do
Your time’s expired, we’ve cut your wires
Puppet masters are dead and gone
You keep crying, your plans are dying
You’re mistaken; you’re God forsaken
My mind is breaking, you can’t awaken
It’s time you’re facing
Fuck Around and you’ll Find Out

Fuck Around and you’ll Find Out
Fuck Around and you’ll Find Out

Οι Metal Church δημιουργήθηκαν το 1980 στο San Francisco από τον Kurdt Vanderhoof. Φημολογείται πως ένα από τα τότε μέλη (το 1981) ήταν και ο drummer των Metallica, Lars Ulrich. Μετά το demo "Red Skies" η μπάντα διαλύεται και ο Kurdt επιστρέφει στην γενέτειρά του σχηματίζοντας τους Shrapnel.

Το 1983 τους μετονόμασε σε Metal Church και... το τραίνο μπήκε στις ράγες. Το συγκρότημα παραμένει ενεργό μέχρι τις ημέρες μας (με αρκετά διαλείμματα). Οι Metal Church έχουν κυκλοφορήσει δεκατρείς full length δίσκους, τέσσερα live albums, πέντε συλλογές (όλα από το 2019 και μετά), δύο Boxed set, δέκα singles και έξι demos.

Το single "F.A.F.O." προετοιμάζει το έδαφος για τον καινούριο τους δίσκο, ο οποίος αναμένεται το νέο έτος (2026)...

Δελτίο τύπου: «The new Lineup consists of founding Guitarist Kurdt Vanderhoof, Guitarist Rick Van Zandt, Bassist David Ellefson, Drummer Ken Mary and Vocalist Brian Allen. New Album of Metal Church Music to be Released in 2026 via Rat Pak Records.

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.

Following the band’s recent tour and return from Australia, Metal Church found themselves at a crossroads. An unexpected spark reignited Kurdt’s creative drive, prompting him to reach out to the musicians who would ultimately shape the group’s next chapter. Their chemistry in the studio gave rise to the blistering new track “F.A.F.O.” - a song that immediately energized the band and inspired them to continue writing and recording.

The new single was produced by Kurdt Vanderhoof and mixed/mastered by Zeuss at Planet Z. Those sessions have now evolved into a brand-new Metal Church album, set for release in 2026 via Rat Pak Records. Additional details will be announced soon.

“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,” explains Kurdt Vanderhoof.

Born out of the explosive West Coast metal scene of the early ’80s, Metal Church quickly established themselves as one of the genre’s most formidable and musically sophisticated bands. After signing with Elektra Records, the group released two landmark albums - their self-titled debut Metal Church and its follow-up The Dark - both of which remain essential listening in the heavy metal canon.

As the U.S. metal wave surged, Metal Church hit the road with labelmates Metallica, further solidifying their reputation for precision, power, and uncompromising intensity. The band continued to evolve into the late ’80s and early ’90s, tackling political and social themes with vocalist Mike Howe on the acclaimed albums Blessing in Disguise and The Human Factor.

While many peers shifted toward the era’s commercial trends, Metal Church stayed true to their heavy roots - a commitment that earned them a loyal global following. In 2016, the band reunited with Howe for their eleventh studio album XI, which debuted at #57 on the Billboard Top 200and charted internationally, marking one of the strongest comebacks in modern metal. Its 2018 successor, Damned If You Do, continued that momentum with additional worldwide chart success and reaffirmed the band’s enduring relevance.

Now entering a powerful new chapter, Metal Church features founding guitarist Kurdt Vanderhoof, longtime guitarist Rick Van Zandt, bass legend David Ellefson, elite drummer Ken Mary, and dynamic vocalist Brian Allen. With renewed energy, a legacy spanning over four decades, and a rapidly expanding worldwide fanbase, Metal Church remains a driving force in modern heavy metal - still pushing forward, still evolving, and still unmistakably Metal Church.»