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SDCC 2026: Cold Slither debuts “Cobra Island” ahead of their Convention Concert Tonight

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Hasbro Music and Reigning Phoenix Music have unveiled “Cobra Island,” the latest single and music video from Cold Slither, the infamous heavy metal band from the world of G.I. Joe. 

Inspired by the legendary Cobra Civil War storyline from the G.I. Joe comics, “Cobra Island” channels the chaos, power struggles, and all-out warfare between Cobra Commander, Serpentor, and their rival factions through razor-sharp riffs, soaring vocals, and classic ’80s metal energy. 

Headbang to the treacherous heart of Cobra’s infamous stronghold with Cold Slither’s crushing new track “Cobra Island”. This thunderous heavy metal ripper captures the utter chaos, and all-out warfare of the legendary Cobra Civil War from the G.I. Joe comic book series — the brutal power struggle between Cobra Commander, Serpentor, and their rival factions that tore the organization apart and dragged G.I. Joe and the Iron Grenadiers into the fray. Interpreted by our beloved bunch of Dreadnoks!  

Packed with razor-sharp riffs, Zartan’s soaring vocals, and a relentless groove that hits like a Thunder Machine barreling through the swamps, “Cobra Island” high-octane energy and shows a glimpse of what things might sound for a future album. Think classic ’80s metal fury meets the early thrash groove and power — perfect for headbanging, moshing, and plotting world domination. 

Cold Slither is a declaration of war. Fronted by the enigmatic Zartan and his ruthless Dreadnok bandmates Torch, Ripper, and Buzzer, the band fuses old-school heavy metal with anarchic energy and unrelenting force. With tracks built on punishing riffs, venomous vocals, and apocalyptic atmosphere, COLD SLITHER resurrects the myth and turns it into a modern-day metal juggernaut. 

The release arrives just ahead of Cold Slither’s performance at Hasbro’s The Transformers: The Movie 40th Anniversary Celebration of Life Concert, taking place Thursday, July 23 at the House of Blues in San Diego. The one-night-only event will feature an all-star lineup, including the hard-rocking band returning to the stage following their fan-favorite live debut in San Diego last year, bringing their loud and rebellious sound straight from the world of G.I. Joe. 

SDCC 2026: Reigning Phoenix Music Reveals its Exclusives, Signings, and more!

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Step into the heart of the action with Reigning Phoenix Music at Booth #4029, where Heavy Metal music, collectibles, and pop culture collide! Reigning Phoenix Music will deliver an unforgettable SDCC experience featuring exclusive merchandise and collectibles, and once-in-a-lifetime meet-and-greets.

Meet Transformers music legends Vince DiCola, Stan Bush, as well as guest vocalist, Francesco Cavalieri and KNIGHTS OF UNICRON, and more special guests to be announced Wednesday; Swedish metal pioneers Tomas Haake and Mårten Hagström of MESHUGGAH; and the legendary El Hijo del Santo during exclusive signing sessions throughout the weekend.

Meet Vince DiCola, Stan Bush & KNIGHTS OF UNICRON!
FRIDAY, JULY 24 — 12:00PM to 1:30PM

The legends behind The Transformers: The Movie are rolling into SDCC! Join Vince DiCola, Stan Bush, Francesco Cavalieri and KNIGHTS OF UNICRON for an unforgettable signing at Booth 4029. From the iconic soundtrack that defined a generation to the band keeping the spirit of Transformers alive through electrifying performances, this is your chance to meet the artists behind the music, grab an autograph, and celebrate over 40 years of Transformers history.

Meet Vince DiCola, Stan Bush & KNIGHTS OF UNICRON!

Meet Tomas Haake & Mårten Hagström!
FRIDAY, July 24 – 3:30pm to 4:30pm

Swedish metal pioneers are descending on SDCC! Meet Tomas Haake and Mårten Hagström of MESHUGGAH for an exclusive signing session at Booth 4029. Renowned for their groundbreaking musicianship, mind-bending rhythms, and unmatched influence on modern metal, this is your chance to meet two of the genre’s true innovators. Bring your favorite records, ask your questions, and celebrate one of metal’s most legendary bands with the masters themselves.

Meet Tomas Haake & Mårten Hagström!
MESHUGGAH

Meet El Hijo Del Santo!
SATURDAY, JULY 25— 12:00PM to 1:30PM

A living legend of Lucha Libre returns to SDCC! Meet El Hijo del Santo for an exclusive signing session at Booth 4029. With a career spanning more than four decades, the legendary masked icon has inspired generations of fans through his unforgettable matches, unwavering dedication, and the enduring legacy of the silver mask. Whether you’ve followed him since the beginning or are discovering his legacy for the first time, this is a rare opportunity to meet one of the most celebrated figures in professional wrestling.

Meet El Hijo Del Santo!

Exclusives

Transformers Megatron Galvatron Tee RPM x HASBRO Comic-Con Exclusive $40 (Small through 3XL)

Transformers Mystery Junkion Scrap Metal Vinyl RPM x HASBRO Comic-Con Exclusive $40

REIGNING PHOENIX MUSIC teams up once again with YESTERDAYS to deliver these incredible looking cassette box sets that include two enamel pins and a super deluxe box, along with the cassette with special print of the movie soundtrack, in the form of either BLASTER or SOUNDWAVE. four characters will be available for purchase: Laserbeak and Steeljaw will be available at RPM’s booth #4029 and Ramhorn and Ravage will be available at Yesterdays’ booth #1028.

RPM’S BOOTH

Transformers The Transformers, The Movie: The Soundtrack: The Reformatted Edition RPM x YESTERDAYS Comic-Con Exclusive Cassette Box Set ‘LASERBEAK’ $50

Transformers The Transformers, The Movie: The Soundtrack: The Reformatted Edition RPM x YESTERDAYS Comic-Con Exclusive Cassette Box Set ‘STEELJAW’ $50

YESTERDAYS’ BOOTH:

Transformers The Transformers, The Movie: The Soundtrack: The Reformatted Edition RPM x YESTERDAYS Comic-Con Exclusive Cassette Box Set ‘RAMHORN’  $50

Transformers The Transformers, The Movie: The Soundtrack: The Reformatted Edition RPM x YESTERDAYS Comic-Con Exclusive Cassette Box Set ‘RAVAGE’  $50

THE TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE 40th Anniversary Concert

SDCC 2026: Sebstian Bach to appear at The Transformers: The Movie 40th Anniversary Concert

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Reigning Phoenix Music and Hasbro have announced that the legendary Sebastian Bach will participate in the The Transformers: The Movie 40th Anniversary Celebration of Life Concert. The concert is a special live event taking place Thursday, July 23, at The House of Blues San Diego during Comic-Con week. The show is part of Hasbro’s “Apology Tour,” a playful, year-long campaign celebrating the 40th anniversary of THE TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE and acknowledging the moment fans still haven’t quite recovered from.
 
Featuring music from The Transformers: The Movie: The Soundtrack: The Reformatted Edition performed live by Knights of Unicron, the show will also feature appearances by Stan Bush, Vince DiCola, and more! 
 
The concert also features Cold Slither, who returns to the stage after last year’s live debut at Comic-Con, bringing their loud and rebellious sound straight from the world of G.I. Joe; and Jem And The Holograms, featuring original singer Britta Phillips. 

Event Details – THE TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE 40th Anniversary Concert

The Transformers: The Movie 40th Anniversary Celebration of Life Concert

SDCC 2026: Hasbro And Reigning Phoenix Music Bring The Transformers: The Movie 40th Anniversary Concert

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The Transformers: The Movie 40th Anniversary Celebration of Life Concert

Hasbro and Reigning Phoenix Music have announced The Transformers: The Movie 40th Anniversary Celebration of Life Concert, a special live event taking place Thursday, July 23, at House of Blues San Diego during Comic-Con week. The concert is part of Hasbro’s “Apology Tour,” a playful, year-long campaign celebrating the 40th anniversary of The Transformers: The Movie and acknowledging the moment fans still haven’t quite recovered from.
 
Featuring music from The Transformers: The Movie: The Soundtrack: The Reformatted Edition performed live by Knights of Unicron, along with a special performance of “The Touch” by Stan Bush, the concert pays tribute to the soundtrack that helped turn an animated movie into a cultural touchstone for generations of fans.
 
The concert also features a powerhouse lineup of fan-favorite performers, including Vince DiCola, whose legendary score helped define the sound and spirit of The Transformers: The Movie; Cold Slither, who returns to the stage after last year’s live debut at Comic-Con, bringing their loud and rebellious sound straight from the world of G.I. JOE; and Britta Phillips, the original singing voice of Jem from Jem and the Holograms, whose glitter, glam and truly outrageous pop flair makes every performance unforgettable. Together, these performers will turn the evening into a full-scale celebration of iconic Hasbro music and entertainment fandom that is… More Than Meets the Eye!
 
Additional special guests and performers will be announced in the coming weeks.
 
Event Details – THE TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE 40th Anniversary Concert

Rock this Holiday with Cold Slither and Cobra Claws are Coming to Town

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Reigning Phoenix Music, in collaboration with Hasbro, has released the most chaotic Christmas anthem ever to slither down a chimney: Cold Slither’s “Cobra Claws Are Coming To Town.” Fresh from the momentum of their self-titled album, released earlier this year, the Dreadnok-driven metal outfit returns with a holiday track packed with sleigh bells, sabotage, and seasonal pandemonium. The track is accompanied by a high-octane holiday video produced by none other than Torch himself (whose alter ego is known as Ross Sewage). 

“Cobra Claws Are Coming To Town” arrives as both a gift and a warning. This is holiday spirit the Cold Slither way: loud, unhinged, and ready to storm every playlist from now until the new year. Lock your chimneys. The Cobra Claws ride tonight.

You can get their full album now!

NYCC 2025: Cold Slither are playing New York City! The Band of Vipers Take Over NYC! Cobra!

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Reigning Phoenix Music and Hasbro have announced that Cold Slither, the reimagined heavy metal menace inspired by the infamous band from G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero, is preparing to take New York by storm. The show will take place on October 11th, the same weekend as NYC’s Comic Con, where the Gramercy Theatre will be conquered by an explosive sonic force that fuses nostalgia with a modern metal powerhouse. Get your tickets HERE.

Well, well, it seems as though there are several potential recruits whom have a desire to join our small but elite society of Dreadnoks… This time in New York City! Our services are once again called upon by Cobra Commander and Reigning Phoenix Music to melt minds with Cold Slither! So be it, my Dreadnoks and I will see you all October 11th… Come prepared…Cobraaaaa!!

– Zartan

The show announcement follows the release of the self-titled debut album in June of this year via Reigning Phoenix Music. Also on the horizon, the G.I. Joe-stanning supergroup are set to join the Decibel Flexi Series with an exclusive new banger, “Cobra Island.”

Cold Slither is a declaration of war. Fronted by the enigmatic Zartan and his ruthless Dreadnok bandmates Torch, Ripper, and Buzzer, the band fuses old-school heavy metal with anarchic energy and unrelenting force. With tracks built on punishing riffs, venomous vocals, and apocalyptic atmosphere, Cold Slither resurrects the myth and turns it into a modern-day metal juggernaut.

Get the album now and then go see the band rock NYC this October!

Cold Slither NYC

SDCC 2025: Cold Slither release a new video for Zartan’s Revenge

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The metal world has been warned, and now, it’s official. Cold Slither has arrived, the self-titled debut album from the reimagined heavy metal menace inspired by the infamous band from G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero. Ferocious, cinematic, and dripping with menace, Cold Slither is a full-force sonic assault that reclaims the band’s place as both a nostalgic throwback and a modern metal powerhouse.

Leading the charge is the album’s thunderous new video for “Zartan’s Revenge.” This blistering animated music video was once again brought to life by visionary artist Costin Chioreanu. Known for his dark, surreal style and collaborations with some of metal’s biggest names, Chioreanu delivers a visual feast that matches the song’s volatile energy and epic scope.

Cold Slither is a declaration of war. Fronted by the enigmatic Zartan and his ruthless Dreadnok bandmates Torch, Ripper, and Buzzer, the band fuses old-school heavy metal with anarchic energy and unrelenting force. With tracks built on punishing riffs, venomous vocals, and apocalyptic atmosphere, COLD SLITHER resurrects the myth and turns it into a modern-day metal juggernaut.

We rock SDCC 2025 with Gus Rios, aka Zartan of Cold Slither, and Bringing the G.I. JOE Band to Life

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One of the fun surprises of San Diego Comic-Con 2025 was Hasbro‘s embracing Cold Slither, the fictional band from the classic G.I. JOE animated series. Multiple toy releases, including an exclusive of the band, pins, and even an album released by RPM are all part of the fun. The band even played a concert during the convention.

Cold Slither’s real life line-up includes:

  • Zartan – Gus Rios, vocals/guitars (GRUESOME, UNION BLACK, LEFT TO DIE)
  • Ripper – Matt Harvey, guitars (EXHUMED, GRUESOME, LEFT TO DIE)
  • Torch – Ross Sewage, bass (EXHUMED, IMPALED)
  • Buzzer – Andy Selway, drums (KMFDM)

We got a chance to talking to Gus Rios about how the project came to be, creating the album, what it’s like to be a real life G.I. JOE character, and if they avoid red and blue lasers during their performance.

Get ready to rock with Cold Slither!

You can order the Cold Slither album from RPM.

SDCC 2025: Cold Slither to Appear for an Exclusive Signing Event

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Reigning Phoenix Music and Hasbro have announced that the members of Cold Slither will be making a special appearance at San Diego Comic-Con 2025 for a limited in-person signing session.

Fans can meet the band at the Stern Pinball/Reigning Phoenix Music Booth (#4029) on Friday, July 25th from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM. This marks the first official signing for the reimagined heavy metal band, based on the infamous fictional rockers from the classic 1985 animated series G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero.

The signing celebrates a wave of exciting developments for Cold Slither, including the release of their new single “Thunder Machine”, now streaming on all major platforms. The ferocious new track, inspired by the Dreadnoks’ menacing battle rig, is a sonic onslaught of cinematic riffs and raw energy, solidifying Cold Slither’s place in the modern metal scene.

COLD SLITHER’s lineup has been officially revealed as:

  • Zartan – Gus Rios, vocals/guitars (GRUESOME, UNION BLACK, LEFT TO DIE)
  • Ripper – Matt Harvey, guitars (EXHUMED, GRUESOME, LEFT TO DIE)
  • Torch – Ross Sewage, bass (EXHUMED, IMPALED)
  • Buzzer – Andy Selway, drums (KMFDM)

Fans attending SDCC won’t want to miss this rare opportunity to meet the band, grab exclusive merch, and experience the world of COLD SLITHER up close.

In addition, a selection of San Diego Comic-Con exclusives will be available at the Stern/Reigning Phoenix Music booth (#4029), including:

  • A limited edition box set featuring a 7″ vinyl of “Cold Slither” and an exclusive ReAction Zartan figure in partnership with Super7
  • A limited edition COLD SLITHER print produced in partnership with Sideshow
  • Exclusive enamel pins created in collaboration with Yesterdays
  • An SDCC-exclusive vinyl variant of Cold Slither

Quantities are extremely limited and fans are encouraged to arrive early to secure these collectibles celebrating the return of Cold Slither.

LIVE DEBUT: SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON INTERNATIONAL

COLD SLITHER will also make their explosive on-stage debut during San Diego Comic-Con with a one-night-only concert experience on Thursday, July 24, at San Diego’s Brick by Brick. Presented by Hasbro and Reigning Phoenix Music, this 21+ event promises a full-force blend of original metal mayhem and ‘80s nostalgia.

Event Details – COLD SLITHER Live @ SDCC

  • Date: Thursday, July 24, 2025
  • Time: Doors at 8 PM | Show at 9 PM
  • Venue: Brick by Brick, 1130 Buenos Ave, San Diego, CA 92110
  • Tickets: $35.00 plus service charges – available exclusively at Brick by Brick’s official website
  • Capacity: 450
  • Merch: Limited-edition show-only gear including an exclusive t-shirts, posters, LPs, CDs and collectible pin sets