Savatage continues to engage with its legacy through new releases and performances, including a previously unreleased live version of 'Gutter Ballet' from 1990 and plans to film their Pompeii concert with an orchestra. Founding bassist Keith Collins is facing dementia, while the band's musical direction for their upcoming album is described as a diverse fusion of styles. Drumming duties for the 'Prelude to Madness' 2026 tour are being handled by Blas Elias, who replaces Jeff Plate for the first two shows.