For years, Faith No More fans have been trapped in a cycle of mixed messages, canceled plans, silence, and uncertainty. That's why Billy Gould's latest comments feel so significant. After countless reports suggesting the band might never return, Gould is now openly saying Faith No More will play again—and that they may have several years left in them.

 

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Here's the reality: this is the most optimistic Faith No More update fans have heard in a very long time.

That matters because just last year the band's future looked completely unclear. Gould himself admitted the group was in a "really weird spot" and that even members of the band seemed uncertain about what was happening behind the scenes.

The drama surrounding Faith No More's inactivity has been one of the strangest stories in modern metal. Following the cancellation of the band's planned live return due to Mike Patton's mental health struggles, the situation appeared frozen. Patton returned to performing with other projects, while various members publicly expressed uncertainty about the band's future.

That's why Gould's new confidence stands out.

Instead of talking about confusion, he's talking about playing again.

Instead of talking about uncertainty, he's talking about longevity.

And let's be honest: Faith No More isn't just another reunion act. This is one of the most influential bands of the last four decades. Their fingerprints are all over alternative metal, experimental rock, funk metal, and countless bands that followed.

The biggest question now isn't whether fans want a return.

The question is whether all five members can truly get back on the same page.

Because that's been the obstacle all along.

Fans have spent years debating whether the band was permanently finished. Online discussions have repeatedly reflected a growing belief that Faith No More was done for good, especially after multiple members expressed doubts about another comeback.

Now Gould appears to be pushing back against that narrative.

And if he's right, one of metal's most unpredictable bands could be preparing for one final chapter.

What Happens Next?

1. Fans will dissect every word Gould said.
2. Expectations for a live announcement will skyrocket.
3. The pressure immediately shifts to whether the full lineup is ready to commit.

One thing is certain: after years of hearing why Faith No More couldn't return, fans are finally hearing reasons why they can.

And that changes the conversation completely.

What do YOU think? Is a Faith No More comeback actually happening, or have fans been down this road too many times before?

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POLL

Will Faith No More actually return to the stage?

• YES — Gould wouldn't say it unless plans are already moving.
• MAYBE — I'll believe it when tickets go on sale.
• NO — This band is permanently stuck in limbo.

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Kai Hansen is one of the defining figures in heavy metal.

As co-founder of Helloween and founder of Gamma Ray, he shaped power metal into a global force and created a sound that continues to drive the genre today.

 

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Now, Hansen returns with Born With A Hammer, his first solo album since Kai Hansen & Friends' XXX – Three Decades In Metal, is set for release on September 18 on earMUSIC.

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Raw, energetic, rebellious and unmistakably personal, Born With A Hammer brings together every side of Hansen's musical identity. Across 10 songs, the album moves between powerful heavy metal, punk attitude, hard rock drive, melodic hooks, and pure guitar-driven energy, carried by the songwriting instincts, guitar work, and unmistakable voice that have made Kai Hansen one of metal's most distinctive artists. Written without compromise and fueled by pure passion for heavy music, Born With A Hammer captures Hansen at full creative force: Direct, alive and unmistakably metal.

The album was produced by Eike Freese and recorded with a band that brings both firepower and history to the project. Alongside Freese on guitar, the lineup features Alexander Dietz (Heaven Shall Burn) on guitar and Dan Wilding (Carcass) on drums, who already stood alongside Hansen on XXX – Three Decades In Metal, plus Tim Hansen (Induction) on guitar.

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Released today alongside the album announcement, "Feeding The Beast" is the first single and opening track from Born With A Hammer, accompanied by an official music video. Driven by razor-sharp riffs, anthemic melodies, and relentless energy, the song delivers a direct and powerful first taste of the album.

Following the global success of Helloween’s recent reunion era and world tours, Born With A Hammer opens a new chapter for Kai Hansen as a solo artist, bringing that  energy into a record that stands firmly on its own. 

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Kai Hansen is one of modern heavy metal’s most influential creative forces. As co-founder of Helloween and founder of Gamma Ray, he shaped the sound and spirit of power metal and continues to influence artists and fans worldwide. His work with Helloween has brought him back to the biggest stages around the globe, while Born With A Hammer reveals another side of his creative drive — personal, direct and fully charged.

 

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