Host Matt Hartnett sits down with author, journalist, and former Aftershocks TV co-host Chris Akin to unpack one of the most shocking developments in modern heavy music. They dive into the continued rise of 90s alt-metal and sludge cult legends Acid Bath, a band that has not released new music since the late 1990s yet continues to gain momentum. The conversation centers on the explosive announcement that Acid Bath will join stadium powerhouses Queens Of The Stone Age and System Of A Down on a massive European Stadium Tour in Summer 2026.How does an obscure underground band from Louisiana climb onto one of the biggest rock tours in the world decades after their last studio release? Why are younger fans discovering their catalog in record numbers while industry veterans struggle to explain the surge? Matt & Chris challenge long-held industry assumptions about relevance, promotion, and longevity in heavy music. They explore whether authenticity and cult status now outweigh traditional marketing strategies and radio exposure. This episode delivers bold theories, sharp analysis, and a deep look at a phenomenon that is baffling journalists and music business professionals everywhere.#AcidBath #QueensOfTheStoneAge #SystemOfADown #AltMetal #SludgeMetal #HeavyMetal #RockMusic #MetalCommunity #MusicIndustry #StadiumTour #90sMetal #MetalNews**Please SUBSCRIBE, click the notification bell, leave a comment or a like, and share this episode!