Bay Area thrash icons FORBIDDEN continue their long-awaited return with the release of a brand-new single, Mutually Assured Dysfunction, accompanied by a fierce new video. The track follows their summer comeback single Divided By Zero , their first new music in over 15 years.
Watch Mutually Assured Dysfunction here:
The band comments:
“‘Mutually Assured Dysfunction’ is our aggressive follow-up to ‘Divided By Zero.’ Like a crack to the skull, it lands hard. It’s about the DNA of endless arguments that people engage in. Sound bites over substance. This rationale is based upon the M.A.D. agreement of Rational Actors: a doctrine that assumes world leaders will be rational and self-preserving. Therefore, they will avoid any actions that would lead to their own country’s demise. This leap of faith leads to the kind of dysfunction that will ultimately lead to our destruction as a species.”
A crack to the skull, in more ways than one.
FORBIDDEN Live Dates 2025
- 10/3 — Aftershock Festival — Sacramento, CA
- 10/12 — Grita Festival — Manizales, Colombia
Formed in 1985, Forbidden quickly rose through the ranks of the Bay Area thrash scene with their debut Forbidden Evil (1988) and the acclaimed follow-up Twisted Into Form (1990). Known for their sharp riffing, technical precision, and socially conscious lyrics, the band has remained one of the most respected names in thrash.
After multiple breakups and reformations, Forbidden officially returned in 2023 with founding guitarist Craig Locicero, bassist Matt Camacho, vocalist Norman Skinner, guitarist Dan Mongrain, and drummer Chris Kontos. Their comeback has seen them perform festival stages worldwide, leading into a new era of songwriting and recording.
With Mutually Assured Dysfunction and Divided By Zero setting the stage, fans can expect more new Forbidden music in 2026.
Forbidden are:
- Norman Skinner – Vocals
- Craig Locicero – Guitar
- Dan Mongrain – Guitar
- Matt Camacho – Bass
- Chris Kontos – Drums
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