Marilyn Manson Announces "Chapter 2" Album + Hatebreed Signs New Label Deal & Iron Maiden's Nicko McBrain Plots Spoken-Word Tour

Welcome back to the Daily Metal Breakdown! On today's episode, we track the massive continuation of Marilyn Manson's creative resurgence, as he officially announces his 13th studio album One Assassination Under God – Chapter 2 arriving this August via Nuclear Blast, alongside the premiere of the crushing lead single "Exit Wound." Plus, Connecticut hardcore legends Hatebreed shock the underground by partnering with Frontiers Label Group's heavy metal imprint BLKIIBLK to drop a relentless, Zeuss-produced record this fall. Finally, beloved Iron Maiden drummer Nicko McBrain prepares to step out from behind the kit for a massive European theater spoken-word tour in support of his highly anticipated upcoming autobiography, Hello Boys And Girls!

What You'll Hear in This Episode:

• The Sequel to the Comeback: All the tracking details, release dates, and studio info behind Marilyn Manson's upcoming One Assassination Under God – Chapter 2 album co-produced by Tyler Bates.

• Hatebreed's New Horizons: Frontman Jamey Jasta and drummer Matt Byrne check in regarding their "dream team" signing to BLKIIBLK Records, their upcoming studio tracking evolution, and their packed 2026 Summer Slaughter tour routing.

• An Evening With Nicko McBrain: The legendary Iron Maiden timekeeper plots an intimate theater run, promising fans unfiltered stories mapping his highest rock star triumphs and deepest personal lows.

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