Proving that everything old is nu again, Coal Chamber have not only reunited, but also recorded a fourth album, Rivals, that will be coming out on May 15 on Napalm Records. It will be the first new music from the and in 13 years. While they’d already had a few tours under their belts since reforming in 2011, the tour the band is currently on is their first headlining tour since their reformation. We interviewed the band yesterday when they were in New York and will bring you that interview shortly. On Sunday (29), the band played New York City’s Webster Hall with Filter, Combichrist and American Head Charge. Metal Insider contributor Melinda Oswandel documented the evening. The tour continues into April, and you can check the remaining tour dates here.
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