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Steve “Zetro” Souza Rejoins Exodus for 40th Anniversary Reunion Tour and New Album
In a stunning turn of events, thrash metal icon Steve “Zetro” Souza is officially reuniting with Exodus for a special 40th anniversary world tour and a brand-new studio album—news that fans have long hoped for and are now celebrating with full-blown excitement.
After a brief and dramatic split earlier in 2025, the band and Zetro have buried the hatchet, citing “mutual respect, love for the fans, and the spirit of thrash” as the driving force behind the reunion. The upcoming album, tentatively titled “Forged in Fury,” is expected to drop in early 2026 and will be the band’s first with Zetro on vocals since Blood In, Blood Out (2014).
“Time heals, and thrash never dies,” said Gary Holt in a joint statement with Souza. “We’ve been through everything—lineup changes, personal battles—but the bond we have on stage is something we couldn’t ignore. The fans deserve this.”
The Forged in Fury 40th Anniversary Tour will span continents, including appearances at Wacken Open Air, Hellfest, and a headline slot at the upcoming Bay Area Thrash Festival. The setlist will dive deep into Exodus’s legacy, with Zetro performing fan favorites from every era of the band’s history.
This reunion marks a powerful moment not just for Exodus, but for the global thrash metal community. Fans who were disheartened by Souza’s departure earlier this year now have a reason to rejoice—and mosh.
Online forums, social media, and metal publications are ablaze with excitement, with many calling this the “thrash event of the decade.” Pre-orders for the new album and ticket sales are already smashing records.
One thing is certain: Exodus is back in full force—and Zetro is leading the charge once again.
