METAL ALLEGIANCE Recruits ALICE IN CHAINS' WILLIAM DUVALL For New Single, 'Black Horizon'

Trailblazing metal collective METAL ALLEGIANCE has returned with a brooding new single, "Black Horizon", via Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM). Their first release of original music since 2018, the song features roaring opening riffs from guitarist Alex Skolnick (TESTAMENT) and vocalist William DuVall's (ALICE IN CHAINS) ominous howls, painting an apocalyptic scene. Mark Menghi (KING ULTRAMEGA) on bass and Mike Portnoy (DREAM THEATER) on drums keep the dread looming low in the sky, ready to explode with ferocity at any moment. Systems fail, shadows fall, and the doomed cry for salvation in this desolate world. Gloomy, minimalistic verses bookend thunderous choruses, chronicling a desperate flight for survival.

Menghi comments: "Who would have thought we'd be here 12 years later with new MA music? Very excited to have one of my favorite vocalists from one of my favorite bands on the first new MA music in 8+ years, which opens up a new era for MA. As the saying goes, you can't kill what doesn't die."

DuVall chimes in: "I was pleasantly surprised and absolutely honored to be asked to contribute to this song and I'm very happy with the result."

Skolnick says: "This song is a gift from the ghost of MA past. It's salvaged from a stockpile of riffs we'd started long ago but never quite finished. Now, in combination with a first time voice for the band — the great William Duvall — we are pleased to announce a brand new track, forged from what once was, here to kick off a new era. Check it out!"

Portnoy adds: "After having recording these drum tracks some time ago, I'm stoked that they finally get to see the light of day! Thanks to William for finishing it up for us and welcome to the MA family! \m/"

Beginning as a celebration of the metal genre, METAL ALLEGIANCE has forged a legacy all their own while collaborating with metal's most revered trailblazers. With two albums of original music and an EP, the supergroup proves that legends never die, and can even reinvent themselves.

METAL ALLEGIANCE "Black Horizon" recording lineup:

Alex Skolnick - Guitar
Mark Menghi - Bass
Mike Portnoy - Drums
William DuVall - Vocals
Josh Wilbur - Mixing, Mastering

On Thursday, January 22, 2026, the "core four" METAL ALLEGIANCE members will share the stage with Chuck Billy (TESTAMENT),John Bush (ex-ANTHRAX, ARMORED SAINT),Doc Coyle (BAD WOLVES, GOD FORBID),William DuVall (ALICE IN CHAINS),Jack Gibson (EXODUS),Gary Holt (SLAYER, EXODUS),Andreas Kisser (SEPULTURA),and Troy Sanders (MASTODON). In typical METAL ALEGIANCE fashion, the show at the House Of Blues (400 Disney Way) will feature surprise special guests and support from CHAINED SAINT, RED REIGN and LOST LEGACY.

This special event is sponsored by Reverb and Reigning Phoenix Music.

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Menghi comments: "It wouldn't be a January or a New Year's celebration without this gig. I always look forward to visiting the HOB in Anaheim and being in Sunny SoCal for a few days with my friends in MA. This show will be a bit different… I know we've said that before and it always is, but this one is gonna be special and include some firsts, even for us!"

Skolnick states: "Things are seriously gearing up for METAL ALLEGIANCE's annual Anaheim extravaganza at the House of Blues, in 2026! We greatly look forward to this every year — a gathering of friends old and new hanging out, rehearsing and prepping a concert that is beyond fun, over the top and always different from the last. This year will not only be no exception, but there are extra special surprises in store you're not going to want to miss!"

Portnoy says: "It's that time of year again…The annual METAL ALLEGIANCE bash in Anaheim is always the metal event of the year and 2026 will surely continue that tradition! I absolutely love and look forward to throwing down jamming and hanging with my metal brothers and sisters again! Cya then."

Ellefson comments: "This is THE metal show to kick off the New Year right! This is where metal unites to get 2026 going around all things metal. We look forward to seeing you there for an annual metal summit called METAL ALLEGIANCE!"

Holt says: "METAL ALLEGIANCE 2026! Bring it on! I don't even know how many times I've been a part of this now, but it's always more fun than the last! Can't wait to jam with all my friends again!"

Billy says: "Get ready, all you serious music lovers. The METAL ALLEGIANCE show is here once again at the HOB Anaheim. I always look forward to have the opportunity to jam with some of the best of the best in metal music. This is always the highlight of the NAMM show. Come join us for some fun."

Kisser states: "Always great to be with my friends in METAL ALLEGIANCE every January to start a new year with an amazing jam! We love what we do and we fucking love heavy metal! This is very real, pure passion for this music, the best music! Don't miss this! Come celebrate the legacy of metal with us. See you all soon!"

Coyle comments: "Late January is becoming one of the highlights of my year as this will be year #3 playing with METAL ALLEGIANCE. It never gets old and I never take it for granted, being able to jam with my heroes of metal, and I just try to do them proud. I expect to jam on some of the best, challenging, thrashing metal songs ever made and have an amazing time with good friends. I hope to see you all there!"

Gibson says: "I can't wait to see you all once again in Anaheim at the House of Blues for the annual party of the year! METAL ALLEGIANCE! A night of playing songs with friends and giving the crowd something unforgettable! See you there."