Metal Church has unveiled a new lineup featuring bassist David Ellefson and singer Brian Allen, marking their live debut at a Reading performance and launching a North American tour. The band's first show with the new members received positive feedback from both band members and fans, with plans for a co-headlining tour with Armored Saint scheduled for November 2026. Meanwhile, Kim Thayil of Soundgarden praised Metal Church's early influence in the thrash metal scene.