MUDVAYNE's Matt McDonough Reflects on the Band's Reunion: 'It's Like We're the Classic Rock Now'
In a recent interview with Joshua Toomey of the 'Talk Toomey' podcast, MUDVAYNE drummer Matt McDonough discussed the band's highly anticipated return after a 16-year hiatus. The band's first two new singles in over a decade, 'Hurt People Hurt People' and 'Sticks and Stones,' were released through Alchemy Recordings. When asked about the reception of their new music, Matt expressed his concerns about how fans would perceive it, as he and his bandmates wanted to avoid repetition and push creative boundaries.
Despite initial worries, the response has been overwhelmingly positive. Matt noted that the band's reunion has attracted a diverse audience, including fans from different generations. He shared an anecdote about a young 8-year-old fan in San Antonio, highlighting the intergenerational appeal of their music. This unexpected resurgence has led Matt to compare MUDVAYNE to classic rock bands, suggesting that their music has transcended time and resonated with multiple generations.
The interview also touched on the nu-metal resurgence, which has seen bands like SYSTEM OF A DOWN, LIMP BIZKIT, and DEFTONES return to headlining arenas and stadiums. Matt acknowledged the strange renaissance of the nu-metal era and how it has positioned MUDVAYNE as a classic rock band in the eyes of some fans. He attributed the band's success to timing, luck, and the world's readiness for nu-metal shows.
Additionally, the article mentioned MUDVAYNE guitarist Greg Tribbett's absence from the band's 'L.D. 50 25th Anniversary' tour due to personal reasons. The tour, which began in September, will conclude in October, and MUDVAYNE's touring guitarist, Marcus Rafferty, will take his place. The band's debut album, 'L.D. 50,' released in 2000, achieved gold certification and is considered an essential album in the '00s metal scene.
MUDVAYNE's reunion has been a significant event in the music industry, marking a decade-and-a-half gap between their last release and the current singles. The band's success and fan response have been a testament to their enduring appeal and the power of musical experimentation.
