Killswitch Engage is set to perform at Milwaukee Metalfest 2026 and will embark on their first headlining tour in Australia and New Zealand in eight years, with additional shows added in Melbourne. Frontman Jesse Leach has announced he no longer identifies as Christian and confirmed the band plans to work on new music around early 2027. Machine Head has also announced Ben Eller, former Mastodon touring guitarist, will join them on select 2026 shows alongside Killswitch Engage.