ROCK’N DERBY – The MOST Rock’n Destination for Spring Break

The first NEW rock and metal festival is coming and it’s going to be a big bang. Check out the details on ROCK’N DERBY.

Dates: Friday, May 20^th – Sunday, May 22^nd

 

Location: Schaghticoke Fairgrounds – 69 Stillwater Bridge Rd, Schaghticoke, NY 12154

(minutes from Albany, NY and 3-4 hours from New York City, Boston, Philadelphia, Montreal, and more)

 

Enjoy three days of demolition derbies, multiple stages of live music performances, barns full of beer, wrestling, parties and so much more!

 

High Octane Performances By:

FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH

SHINEDOWN

HALESTORM

MEGADETH

SIXX: A.M.

LAMB OF GOD

CLUTCH

ANTHRAX

GHOST

WOLFMOTHER

SEVENDUST

DOKKEN

TRIVIUM

MEMPHIS MAY FIRE

WE CAME AS ROMANS

SCOTT STAPP

POP EVIL

THY ART IS MURDER

CURRENTS

WILD THRONE

…and 40+ Acts TBA

 

GET TICKETS NOW @ Ticketmaster

  

 

 

ROCK’N DERBY features non-stop activities for everyone to enjoy, including:

ADRENALINE-PUMPING DEMOLITION DERBIES:

This three-day camping concert experience solidifies itself as a unique destination event with the distinctive inclusion of classic Demolition Derbies – and we’re not just talking about typical car and golf cart demolitions – expect to see everything from cars designed in the themes of performing artists, to short buses, tractors, and more. In the 1970s and ’80s, demolition derbies were considered some of the most electrifying forms of entertainment on the planet – ROCK’N DERBY vows to bring back the fun of those derbies in full force! Plus, winners of the ROCK’N DERBY demolition derby competitions will be awarded over $10,000!

HIGH-ENERGY MUSIC PERFORMANCES:

The truly unprecedented line-up for ROCK’N DERBY boasts some of the biggest names in hard rock and heavy metal today. Non-stop music begins upon the opening of gates each day – multiple stages, including the Upstate Concert Hall Arena, will host performances from currently confirmed artists such as Five Finger Death Punch, Shinedown, Halestorm, Megadeth, Sixx: A.M., Lamb Of God, Clutch, Anthrax, Ghost, Wolfmother, Sevendust, Dokken, Trivium, Memphis May Fire, We Came As Romans, Scott Stapp, Pop Evil, Thy Art Is Murder, Wild Throne,and Currents. Plus, expect performances at the Pre and After Parties to include tributes to your favorite acts and some very unique surprises daily.**More bands are scheduled to be announced as the event weekend nears.

ACTION PACKED GAMECHANGERWRESTLING

No GameLoud event is complete without GameChangerWrestling, featuring some of the most insane, intense, high flying and mud ridden wrestling matches all weekend long. With Battle Royales, Tag Team, and State Pro Championship matches, expect to witness history in the making. Wrestling matches will be featured all weekend in the Wrestlin’ Shack. Make sure to stop by and catch the action daily.

 

CAMPING IN TENTS, CARS, RVs and MORE

ROCK’N DERBY 2016 will feature areas to camp out with tents, in cars or in special pre-designated packages for camping options- making this a non-stop multi-day experience. Inside the camping area, guests will have access to electricity, showers, and running water will also be available in designated areas. Campers will have daily access to the festival site and demolition derby. Camper space will be on a first come, first serve basis, and RV parking and connections will be available, as well.

24/7 FOOD VENDORS and daily VILLAGE OF BARNS & BREWS

Hungry? Like its sister event Food Truck & Rock Carnival, ROCK’N DERBY will include 20+ scattered food trucks and other mobile culinary vendors. In addition, several staple Schaghticoke Fair eateries will offer a wide variety of delicious eats for attendees to enjoy. Rest assured, ROCK’N DERBY will stuff everyone’s bellies and 24 hour food options will be available.

In addition, ROCK’N DERBY will offer a Village Of Barns & Brews, which will include multiple bar locations for fans to enjoy some of the finest micro and macro brews the region has to offer. Specialty barns will host a movie theater, a bar, VIP activities, a laser light show, and various sponsor activations.

This is a rain or shine event! Tickets are on sale now at Ticketmaster.

See below for a breakdown of individual ticketing, camping, and VIP options and prices (see official website for campground rules, maps, and safety tips).

GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS

WEEKEND GENERAL ADMISSION

Tickets

Prices start at $119.00

TWO DAY GENERAL ADMISSION

Tickets

Prices start at $89.99

CHILDREN TICKETS (12 and under)

*Children under 16 need a guardian to attend

SINGLE DAY                       $29.99

TWO DAY                 $54.99

WEEKEND                $74.99

DEMOLITION DERBY GENERAL ADMISSION

Single Day (Saturday and Sunday)    $29.99 PER DAY

ON-SITE CAMPING – PRICES & PACKAGES

2 PERSON (10×30)    $120.00

4 PERSON (20×40)    $180.00

6 PERSON (20×40)    $200

6 PERSON RV (20×40)         $225.00 (no hook up)

6 PERSON RV (20×40)         $325.00 (with hook up)

ADD ONS:

ADDITIONAL PARKING   $29.99

10×10 TENT w/ SIDES          $150.00

COTS  $65.00

SLEEPING BAGS     $40.00

LOCKER RENTALS            $20.00 PER DAY or $50.00 WEEKEND RENTAL

VIP PACKAGES (Powered by Soundrink, 21+ ONLY)

RV PACKAGE – $6,599.99 (11 AVAILABLE)

Six (6) VIP Weekend Passes & Lanyard

$250.00 in Stock Food & Drink (alcohol served to 21+ only)

Gift Box of Festival Merch

Access to Monster Energy Artist Bar’n

Artist Meet and Greet

Pre & After Party Access

6 Pit Pass for Demo Derby

Six Festival Sleeping Bags

CABANA PACKAGE – $3,499.99 (10 AVAILABLE)

Six (6) VIP Weekend Passes & Lanyard

Six Pack of Craft Beer Per Day

Gift Box of Festival Merch

Access to Monster Energy Artist Bar’n

Artist Meet and Greet

Pre & After Party Access

6 Pit Pass for Demo Derby

1st Annual FOOD TRUCK & ROCK CARNIVAL Adds More Musical Acts + Releases Full List of Food Trucks, Additional Amusement Rides, and Updated Ticket Prices

Taking Place September 18-20, 2015 @ Oak Ridge Park in Clark, NJ

See Below for Full Music Line-Up & Events

Live Concert Tickets $39.99 (Single Day) and $64.99 (Weekend Pass)*

See Below for FULL Price Breakdown + VIP & Cabana Pricing

An Action-Packed Weekend Including FREE Events Such As:

Full Classic Carnival with Amusement Rides

40+ Food Truck Competition

The Stress Factory Comedy Hour

Craft Beer Village

Pro-Wrestling

Hypnotist, Illusionist

& More

www.TheRockCarnival.com

 

 

Step right up! Now is the best time to grab your tickets to the first annual FOOD TRUCK & ROCK CARNIVAL, taking place September 18^th, 19^th and 20^th at Oak Ridge Park in Clark, NJ. This massive event – featuring a classic carnival experience, FREE food truck competition featuring 40+ trucks, four stages of continuous live music from chart-topping, Grammy-winning artists, beer gardens, pro-wrestling, and more – will soon see an increase in ticket prices for the final month leading up to the event. To get single day and weekend passes at the best prices, potential event-goers should act now!

 

Today, the event is pleased to announce additional musical talent, more amusements and attractions provided by New Jersey Valley Amusements, the full list of confirmed food trucks taking part in the food truck competition, and more.

 

In addition to an already fantastic music line-up featuring legendary groups such as Godsmack, Slash feat. Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators, Stone Temple Pilots, Skid Row, Skillet, Puddle of Mudd, Three Days Grace, Black Label Society, Clutch, Anthrax, Sevendust and more, the FOOD TRUCK & ROCK CARNIVAL is pleased to announce the addition of Fit For Rivals, Pop Evil, Bad Case of Big Mouth, XNY, Illusionist, Graveyard Lovers, The RockNRoll Chorus, School of Rock (Chatham/Tenafly/Clark), Small Town Scoundrels and Rahway to various show stages. In addition, the Break Contest bands will perform tributes to some of the world’s greatest rock acts each day.

 

See below for all confirmed artists and day-by-day line-ups:

 

Friday, September 18^th:

CARNIVAL STAGE:

Voyage – Tribute to Journey

Almost Queen

Ozzmosis

Judas Priestess

 

Saturday, September 19^th:

MAIN STAGE:

Slash

Three Days Grace

Black Label Society

Sevendust

Puddle of Mudd

Skid Row

Pop Evil

Otherwise

Fit For Rivals

Bad Case of Big Mouth

 

BIRCH HILL STAGE:

Kix

Kings X

Stephen Pearcy

Faster Pussycat

Edgar Cayce

Gilby Clark

Rahway

 

CARNIVAL STAGE:

Rage Against The Machine 2

Schism

Illusionist

XNY

The ROCKNROLL Chorus

School of Rock

Break Contest bands

 

Sunday, September 20^th:

MAIN STAGE:

Godsmack

Stone Temple Pilots

Clutch

Anthrax

Skillet

Crobot

Like a Storm

Break Contest bands

 

CARNIVAL STAGE:

Rage Against The Machine 2

Schism

School of Rock

Small Town Scoundrels

Break Contest bands

 

BIRCH HILL STAGE:

Slaughter

Lita Ford

LA Guns

TT Quick

Prophet

Graveyard Lovers

Break Contest bands

 

 

Live music tickets are on sale now:

 

*Act now – ticket prices will rise as the FOOD TRUCK & ROCK CARNIVAL nears!

 

Single Day Passes – $39.99

(Under 16 $19.99, Under 10 FREE, Military (will call only) $34.99 – prices valid until Sept 7^th – $49.99 beginning Sept 8^th)

 

Full Weekend Passes – $64.99

(Under 16 $39.99, Under 10 FREE – prices valid until Sept 7^th – $74.99 beginning Sept 8^th)

 

Single Day VIP Passes – $129.99

Weekend VIP Passes – $249.99

*VIP Includes Access to VIP Lounge Area, Private Entrance, Side of Stage Privileges, Access to private Restrooms with Attendants, Laminate/Lanyard, unlimited ride wristband, 21+ or accompanied by an adult 21+.

 

Brew Master Cabana – $1,999

*Limited Quantity Available. This sponsorship package includes 10’x3’ vinyl banner prominently displayed in Craft Beer Garden, Six weekend VIP tickets package, samples of many of the craft beers onsite and including 15 craft brew pints per person (5 per day), Food Truck & Rock Carnival six pack cooler, private six person tent in the carnival area, furniture and cocktail table, waiter service and a private restroom. 21+.

 

Ringmaster Cabana – $3,499

*Limited Quantity Available. This package is for 6 event tickets in total for the weekend. The Ringmaster Cabana includes the VIP ticket package plus a private six person tent (10×10 high peak tent), furniture and a cocktail table, Food Truck and Rock Carnival cooler with a microbrew six-pack, personal parking with shuttle service, a private restroom per cabana, and waitress/waiter service available! 21+.

 

Rockstar Cabana – $4,499

*Limited Quantity Available. This package is for 6 event tickets in total for the weekend. The Rockstar Cabana includes a 30 minute meet and greet in your cabana + photos and autographs with Slaughter, Faster Pussycat, Kix, Lita Ford, and more, the VIP ticket package, a private six person tent (10×10 high peak tent), furniture and a cocktail table, Food Truck and Rock Carnival cooler with a microbrew six-pack, personal parking with shuttle service, a private restroom per cabana, and waitress/waiter service available! 21+.

 

 

In addition to these performances, the FOOD TRUCK & ROCK CARNIVAL is pleased to announce that New Jersey Valley Amusements will provide 11 fantastic and classic amusement rides for the event, including Skydiver, Music Express, The Scrambler, The Umbrella, Fun Slide, Dragon Wagon, Seven Seas, Hurricane, Fireball, Scooters and a Merry-Go-Round – plus – no true carnival is complete without a dunk tank… make sure to stop by and Drown the Clown! Rides and amusements will require tickets or wristbands, and Discount Ride Programs will be hosted on Friday, September 18^th with unlimited ride wristbands available for purchase.

A full list of the 40+ food trucks that are currently confirmed to compete in the official food truck competition are as follows: Ahh! La Cart, Amanda Bananas, The Angry Crab, Aroy-D the Thai Elephant, Cafe De Gallo, Callahan’s, Celestine’s Catering Company LLC, Cheezen, Chillin Out Ice Cream, Come & Get It BBQ, Comme ci Comma ca, The Cow And The Curd, Cupcake Carnivale, Dairy Swirl LLC, Dark Side of the Moo, Dellano, Empanada Guy, Fork in the Road, The French Quarter, Jersey Johnnys Grill, Lexylicious, Luke’s Lobster, Maddalenas Cheesecake, Mobile Mardi Gras, My Hola Paella, Nooch’s Mac Truck, Not Just Corn, Oink & Moo, Phil’s Steaks, Pizza Vita Pizza Trucks, The Rollin’ Bistro, Romeo’s Oriental BBQ, Sanducci’s, Soda City, So Jersey Mobile Café, Van Leeuwen Ice Cream, and Waffle De Lys.

Many FOOD TRUCK & ROCK CARNIVAL activities will offer FREE admission to all, with daily events including live music, GCW pro-wrestling and the Junior Wrestlers Boot Camp, food truck competitions, karaoke, illusionist and hypnotist shows, The Stress Factory Comedy Hour, a BMX stunt show, and discount, high-energy amusement rides. The event will also include a special vendor village.

 

Local travel and parking details for the FOOD TRUCK & ROCK CARNIVAL have been updated to include non-stop shuttle service from Metro Park in Iselin, NJ and Rahway Train Station in Rahway, NJ. Both stations are less than four miles from Oak Ridge Park in Clark, NJ. Each station will offer full shuttle service running non-stop during The Food Truck and Rock Carnival operating hours. Rahway and Metro Park Stations offer a combined 8,000 public parking spaces that have easy access to NJ Transit Train and Bus Services and all major roadways (applicable municipal parking fees apply). We encourage guests to utilize public transportation systems to ease potential congestion on local roads leading into and around the event. For additional details including pricing information and departure/arrival times, please visit this location: www.therockcarnival.com/info/shuttles

 

For constantly updated and confirmed information detailing FOOD TRUCK & ROCK CARNIVAL events and activities, please visit www.TheRockCarnival.com. There you can also find constantly updated information on tickets and VIP packages, also detailed above.

Current and Former Members of GOD FORBID, ANTHRAX & THY WILL BE DONE form LEAD PIPE CRUELTY

Corey Pierce of GOD FORBID reveals that he is teaming up with THY WILL BE DONE vocalist J.Costa, former ANTHRAX vocalist Dan Nelson, ex-THY WILL BE DONE bassist Eric Tavares and long-time friend Rob McElroy to form LEAD PIPE CRUELTY.   “I’m at an incredible point in my life in which I get to do so many creative and fun things.” states Corey. “I am so happy to say that one of these great new chapters is ‘LPC‘ and I’m really excited to play with a bunch of guys who are so supportive and excited to make great music!”   Dan Nelson elaborates on his involvement by stating, “Corey, Rob and myself have been good friends for a while now. We have jammed quite a bit in the past and always talked about having a project together. So I was super stoked when Corey asked me to come on board as the bass player of LPC. Along with J and Eric, it’s a great conglomerate of such talented musicians and awesome human beings, I feel very honored to be a part of that.” Dan asserts, “The vibe between all the guys is super positive, and all involved are eager and excited to create something special together…LPC is gonna be killer.”   “The energy in the room has been nothing short of ethereal.” comments J. Costa. “The chemistry between the five of us is intense and very groove-ladden.”   Corey concludes, “I think after the band I was previously a part of and the music we made, I could not think of a better bunch of guys to get together and create music with. After a couple years of buzzed and up buzzed conversations, and some great idea exchanges with crazy dudes, we will now have some ultimate heavy grooves from LEAD PIPE CRUELTY. LPC!”

ANTHRAX’s SCOTT IAN Says ‘Vibe Has Been Great’ During Songwriting Sessions For Next Album

ANTHRAX guitarist Scott Ian recently spoke to RollingStone.com about the progress of the songwriting sessions for the band’ss follow-up to 2011’s “Worship Music” album.

“Frank [Bello, bass] and Charlie [Benante, drums] came out here to my house and we jumped right in in November,” he said. “Not to jinx anything, but things have been going pretty fast creatively, which normally isn’t the case. We’ve got a ton of material; I’m talking 12 songs now, musically arranged. I’m on my fifth and sixth lyrically, and Charlie sent over ideas for two more songs. He even wrote in an email, ‘Now the really good stuff is coming.’ And I was like, ‘Really? The shit we have right now is pretty fucking killer.’

“This could probably be the first time in this band’s history that we’ll go into the studio with more original material than we need. Normally we have nine or 10 songs then do a bunch of covers, but I can safely say this time, we’ll be recording about 15 of our own songs, if not more, which we’ve never had before.

“The vibe has been great. I think we’re all just happy to be doing it because we came off this great run with ‘Worship Music’, two years, 207 shows, and people all over the planet really love that record. It just afforded us the opportunity to do what we love to do, so we can’t wait to get back in and start.”

Asked when ANTHRAX expects to hit the studio, Ian said: “I’d like to think May, so we can get guitar, drums, bass done before we go to Europe. If we could get that done, live with it for a month, then finish the record in July or August, that’d be the perfect-case scenario, but it depends on if we really feel ready or not.”

Regarding whether guitarist Jonathan Donais (SHADOWS FALL) — who joined ANTHRAX in January 2013 following the departure of Rob Caggiano — has been involved in the creative process so far, Ian told Greece’s Metal Kaoz: “He hasn’t contributed to the songwriting at this point, but he’s writing leads, that’s for sure.”

ANTHRAX was nominated for a “Best Metal Performance” Grammy this year for its cover of AC/DC’s “T.N.T.” The track was featured on ANTHRAX’s eight-track EP that pays tribute to the classic songs by some of the band’s favorite acts from the 1970s. The CD was released in North America on March 19, 2013 (MRI/Megaforce), and on March 22, 2013 in Europe (Nuclear Blast).

“Worship Music” has sold more than 110,000 copies in the United States since its September 2011 release, according to Nielsen SoundScan.

ANTHRAX Guitarist SCOTT IAN To Write Memoir For Fall 2014 Release

Da Capo Press, a member of the Perseus Books Group, announced today that it has acquired world rights to publish a book by musician Scott Ian, co-founder of the iconic thrash metal band ANTHRAX, entitled “I’m The Man”. Da Capo executive editor Ben Schafer made the deal with Jim Fitzgerald at the James Fitzgerald Agency.

“Why a book? Because I think my story can connect with anyone and, if I was able to make the life I wanted for myself happen, then anyone can,” Ian says. “I’m really excited to be writing a book because the idea of getting forty-something years of stuff out of my brain and onto the page seems very therapeutic. Plus if I didn’t do it now, I’d start forgetting and wouldn’t be able to share all these killer stories with you, my friends!”

In this fast-paced, humorous, and revealing memoir from the leader of a band that proved to the masses that brutality and fun didn’t have to be mutually exclusive, Ian will tell his life story, starting with his upbringing as a nerdy Jewish boy in Queens, New York, and evolving through his first musical epiphany when he saw THE WHO on television and decided he wanted to play guitar. Not long after, Ian saw KISS at Madison Square Garden and realized what he wanted to do with his life. The book will chronicle his adolescence in a dysfunctional home, his escapism through the turbulent world of heavy metal, and the complete history of ANTHRAX, starting with the band’s formation through the present day reinvigoration with the return of vocalist Joey Belladonna, the release of “Worship Music”, and their triumphant performance at Yankee Stadium with the Big Four of thrash: METALLICA, SLAYER, and MEGADETH. The book will also feature eye-popping full-color autobiographical comic book inserts.

For “I’m The Man”, Ian will be working with Jon Wiederhorn, co-author of the books “Louder Than Hell: The Definitive Oral History Of Metal” and “Ministry: The Lost Gospels According To Al Jourgensen”. Wiederhorn is a senior writer at Revolver and a regular contributor to Guitar World, Noisey.com, eMusic.com, and Yahoo Music! He has also worked on staff at Rolling Stone, Guitar, Guitar.com, and MusicPlayer.com.

Ben Schafer, executive editor at Da Capo Press, says: “We’re thrilled to be working with Scott Ian, whose dedication to his legendary band ANTHRAX has assured their place in the pantheon, and whose upbeat nature and sense of humor are infectious.”

ANTHRAX Has Seven New Songs Arranged Musically

According to a post on the official web site of ANTHRAX guitarist Scott Ian, drummer Charlie Benante, bassist Frank Bello and Ian are “working hard” on material for the next ANTHRAX album. Ian writes: “We’ve had a couple of writing sessions and things are moving along well — fast for us, actually. We’ve got seven songs arranged musically and we’re getting together again in a week and a half.”

He adds: “The new stuff is aggressive, fast, even riffier than the last record and some of it is difficult to play. Nothing like writing parts that are above my ability as a guitar player! When that happens, the drill sergeant in my brain yells, ‘PRACTICE, YOU LAZY FUCK!’ So I do. And I nail that shit.

“I’m just getting into lyrics, songtitles, nothing to talk about yet.”

Benante recently spent time recovering from surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome. He rejoined his bandmates for their September 13 performance at “The Battle Of San Bernardino” festival in San Bernardino, California alongside IRON MAIDEN, MEGADETH, TESTAMENT, OVERKILL and SABATON.

The first photo of the new ANTHRAX lineup — featuring the band’s latest addition, guitarist Jon Donais (SHADOWS FALL) — can be seen below (photo by Stephanie Cabral).

Donais has been touring with ANTHRAX since Rob Caggiano‘s departure in January, and will continue to play with ANTHRAX for the foreseeable future.

Speaking to Metal Hammer editor Alexander Milas for the “Metal Hammer” radio show on TeamRock Radio, Ian stated about the band’s current second-guitarist situation: “Jon‘s been with us since February, and I think I can safely say he’s passed the audition… [laughs]. I know we haven’t said anything official yet, but in my mind, he’s the guy. I’m sure some type of official announcement… because in this world, people apparently need that kind of information so they can sleep well at night. But as far as I’m concerned, Jon is the guitar player in ANTHRAX.”

Donais previously stated about playing with ANTHRAX: “I grew up on ANTHRAX, they’re the thrash scene, they’re one of the ‘Big Four,’ I’d be crazy to not want to play with them. Initially, Rob called and told me he was leaving the band, and asked if I’d be interested in filling in. Then Scott called me and everything fell into place.”

ANTHRAX‘s latest studio album, “Worship Music”, has sold more than 100,000 copies in the United States since its September 2011 release.

ANTHRAX Begins Writing New Album

ANTHRAX has officially commenced the songwriting process for the band’s next studio album, tentatively due in 2014. Guitarist Scott Ian tweeted this past Saturday: “Today [drummer Charlie Benante] and [bassist Frank Bello] are coming over to start writing for the next record. The few skeletons that are rattling around sound vicious!” Benante recently spent time recovering from surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome. He rejoined his bandmates for their September 13 performance at “The Battle Of San Bernardino” festival in San Bernardino, California alongside IRON MAIDEN, MEGADETH, TESTAMENT, OVERKILL and SABATON. The first photo of the new ANTHRAX lineup — featuring the band’s latest addition, guitarist Jon Donais (SHADOWS FALL) — can be seen below (photo by Stephanie Cabral). Donais has been touring with ANTHRAX since Rob Caggiano’s departure in January, and will continue to play with ANTHRAX for the foreseeable future. Speaking to Metal Hammer editor Alexander Milas for the “Metal Hammer” radio show on TeamRock Radio, Scott Ian stated about the band’s current second-guitarist situation: “Jon’s been with us since February, and I think I can safely say he’s passed the audition… [laughs]. I know we haven’t said anything official yet, but in my mind, he’s the guy. I’m sure some type of official announcement… because in this world, people apparently need that kind of information so they can sleep well at night. But as far as I’m concerned, Jon is the guitar player in ANTHRAX.” Donais previously stated about playing with ANTHRAX: “I grew up on ANTHRAX, they’re the thrash scene, they’re one of the ‘Big Four,’ I’d be crazy to not want to play with them. Initially, Rob called and told me he was leaving the band, and asked if I’d be interested in filling in. Then Scott called me and everything fell into place.” ANTHRAX’s latest studio album, “Worship Music”, has sold 109,000 copies in the United States since its September 2011 release.

Anthrax Reveal New Guitarist: Jon Donais of Shadows Fall

Last night, during a TeamRock Radio interview, Anthrax guitarist Scott Ian made it public that the band’s new guitarist is Shadows Fall axman Jon Donais. Donais has been filling in with Anthrax since Rob Caggiano left the band in January to join Volbeat.

“Jon is a bro and he’s also a total fucking ripper,” Ian said during the interview, which you can hear below. “I’ve worked with him twice before on side projects and he tears it up. I’m excited to have him on my right burning up the stage with Anthrax. ’13s gonna be a good year.”

Donais said:

“I grew up on Anthrax, they’re the thrash scene, they’re one of the Big Four, I’d be crazy to not want to play with them. Initially, Rob called and told me he was leaving the band, and asked if I’d be interested in filling in.

“Then Scott called me and everything fell into place. Rob and I are using Skype to work on solos and other guitar parts, so he’s being great. I also have to give special thanks to my band — Brian, Matt, Jason and Ed — who have been incredibly supportive and encouraged me to do this.”