Hard rock fans, brace yourselves for a seismic shift in the scene. Original Tesla members Brian Wheat and Tommy Skeoch have joined forces with former W.A.S.P. guitarist Chris Holmes and original Saliva frontman Josey Scott to launch a ferocious new band called T3RMINAL. The powerhouse lineup is already deep in the studio crafting their debut full-length album, set for release later in 2026, with tour dates to follow.
The collaboration brings together decades of rock history and raw talent from different eras. Wheat handles bass duties as a founding member of Tesla, while Skeoch returns as the band's original guitarist, known for his work on classics like Mechanical Resonance and the live favorite Five Man Acoustical Jam. Holmes adds his signature heavy metal edge from his iconic years in W.A.S.P., and Scott delivers his unmistakable vocal power that propelled Saliva to massive success. Handling drums in the studio is Sal Giancarelli from Staind.
The story behind T3RMINAL began on the Monsters of Rock cruise in 2022, where Wheat and Holmes first connected. Wheat, moved by Holmes' documentary "Mean Man," approached him and sparked an instant friendship. Their bond grew stronger through visits between Wheat's home in Italy and Holmes' residence in southern France. Wheat later brought Skeoch into the mix, recognizing the explosive potential of pairing his former Tesla bandmate's gritty style with Holmes' metal firepower. Skeoch jumped at the opportunity, and the search for a vocalist led straight to Scott, whose energy bridged generational gaps perfectly.
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Wheat explained the organic creative process: the members bring their individual influences—his melodic Beatles-inspired touch, Skeoch's heavy edge, Holmes' metal intensity, and Scott's dynamic vocals—and let the magic happen naturally. "We don't know what we're looking for, because whatever the sound is of me, my poppy Beatles thing, Tom's heavy edge, Chris's heavy metal stuff, you put it all together and then what Josey sings, that's gonna be the sound," Wheat shared.
Skeoch added that the music features "pure modern hard rock attitude — loud, heavy, in some cases bluesy and built to shake stages," blending melodic elements with raw power. Holmes recalled giving early song ideas during their initial hangouts, and the group has since spent dedicated time writing together while juggling other commitments.
Wheat has emphasized that T3RMINAL is a fresh project and not a departure from Tesla, stating he's simply expanding his musical horizons alongside old friends. The band promises a sound that stands apart from their past projects, with fans likely to be surprised by the unique chemistry.
A studio video already circulating shows the quartet in action, capturing the excitement as they hammer out tracks. With songwriting well underway and the album on the horizon, T3RMINAL is poised to deliver high-octane live performances that honor their legacies while pushing hard rock forward.
This supergroup represents a thrilling reunion of rock veterans who refused to let past differences or separate paths dim their passion. As they put the finishing touches on new material, anticipation is building for what could be one of the most exciting releases of the year. Stay tuned—T3RMINAL is just getting started, and the stages are about to get shaken.
