Acid Bath Reunites: Announcing Sold-Out Shows for 2025
The legendary metal band Acid Bath has officially reunited, much to the excitement of fans who have long awaited this moment. Their first non-festival shows for 2025 sold out within minutes, reflecting the band’s enduring popularity and the fervent anticipation surrounding their return.
Upcoming Shows
Acid Bath will perform two shows at The Fillmore in New Orleans, LA, on:
- April 25, 2025 – New Orleans, LA (w/ Eyehategod)
- April 30, 2025 – New Orleans, LA (w/ Exhorder)
In addition to these shows, Acid Bath is also set to perform at several major festivals in 2025:
- May 8-11 – Sonic Temple Art + Music Festival in Columbus, OH
- May 15-18 – Welcome To Rockville in Daytona Beach, FL
- July 18-20 – Inkcarceration Music & Tattoo Festival in Mansfield, OH
- September 18-21 – Louder Than Life in Louisville, KY
The New Lineup
The reunited Acid Bath features a mix of original members and new faces:
- Guitarist: Sammy “Pierre” Duet
- Vocalist: Dax Riggs
- Guitarist and Vocalist: Mike Sanchez
- Drummer: Zack Simmons (from Goatwhore)
- Bassist: Alex Bergeron (ex-Agents Of Oblivion)
Inspiration Behind the Reunion
The catalyst for Acid Bath’s reunion can be traced back to the tragic passing of their live keyboardist, Tomas Viator, in 2024. In an interview with the Tales From The Riff Podcast, Duet shared how this loss influenced their decision to come back together.
“What happened was ‘Sick New World’ contacted my… well, Goatwhore booking agent, Dan Rozenblum, and was like, ‘So what would it take to make this happen?’ And we had recently had the passing of a very good friend of ours that was playing keyboards for us on the Pagan Terrorism Tactics tour,” Duet explained.
He continued, “His name was Tommy Viator — better known as Tomas. And I think that had a big role to play in the situation, to where, you know, a lot of us aren’t going to be around forever, right? So… I had spoken to Dax about this, when we were talking about getting it back together, and I was like, you know, we need to do this before… I didn’t put it that way, but I just kind of hinted. And he was like, ‘maybe it’s time.’ And that’s how this whole thing kind of came into play.”
Conclusion
The reunion of Acid Bath marks a significant moment in metal history, as fans eagerly await the chance to experience the band’s iconic sound live once again. With a talented lineup and a heartfelt motivation behind their comeback, Acid Bath is set to make a powerful impact in 2025.
FAQs
When are Acid Bath’s first shows after their reunion?
Acid Bath’s first shows are scheduled for April 25 and April 30, 2025, at The Fillmore in New Orleans, LA.
Who will be supporting Acid Bath at their shows?
The band will be supported by Eyehategod on April 25 and Exhorder on April 30.
What festivals will Acid Bath be performing at in 2025?
Acid Bath will perform at the Sonic Temple Art + Music Festival, Welcome To Rockville, Inkcarceration Music & Tattoo Festival, and Louder Than Life in 2025.
Who are the current members of Acid Bath?
The current lineup includes Sammy “Pierre” Duet, Dax Riggs, Mike Sanchez, Zack Simmons, and Alex Bergeron.
What prompted Acid Bath to reunite?
The passing of their longtime friend and keyboardist, Tomas Viator, significantly influenced the band’s decision to come back together.
