Rage Against the Machine

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Rage Against the Machine Drummer Drops Bombshell: Band on Indefinite Hiatus

Brad Wilk - Breakup - Indefinite Hiatus - Rage Against the Machine - Rock Music - Tom Morello - Zack de la Rocha

Find out why Rage Against the Machine won't be rocking stages anytime soon according to drummer Brad Wilk. Shocking details inside!

Rage Against the Machine, the iconic rock band known for their powerful lyrics and energetic performances, is once again facing the turmoil of a breakup. Drummer Brad Wilk made the unexpected announcement that the band will not be touring or performing live in the foreseeable future. This revelation has left fans devastated, as they had hoped to witness the band's electrifying shows once more. The foursome, consisting of Zack de la Rocha, Tim Commerford, Tom Morello, and Wilk, has had a tumultuous history, with multiple disbandments and reunions.

Rage Against the Machine's decision to go on indefinite hiatus comes after a series of setbacks, including frontman Zack de la Rocha's recent leg injury, which led to the cancellation of their planned tours. This isn't the first time the band has faced challenges; they previously disbanded when de la Rocha left in 2000. Despite reuniting for concerts in 2022, the band's future now seems uncertain. Fans are left wondering if this hiatus marks the end of an era for Rage Against the Machine or if there is still a glimmer of hope for a comeback.

In a recent Instagram post, Wilk expressed his heartfelt sentiments about the band's decision, assuring fans that he didn't want to mislead them any further with false hopes. As the news spreads, the music world mourns the loss of one of the most influential rock bands of the 90s. Despite the disappointment, fans hold onto the memories of Rage Against the Machine's groundbreaking music and socially conscious lyrics that defined a generation.

The legacy of Rage Against the Machine lives on as fans reminisce about their iconic performances and protest anthems. The band's impact on the music industry and their dedication to speaking out against injustice continue to inspire new generations. While the future of the band remains uncertain, their influence is undeniable, solidifying their place in rock history.

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Rage Against the Machine drummer says the band broke up — again (NBC News)

The foursome — consisting of frontman Zack de la Rocha, bassist Tim Commerford, guitarist Tom Morello and drummer Brad Wilk — has disbanded twice before.

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Rage Against the Machine Won't Tour Again, Says Brad Wilk (The New York Times)

A staple of 1990s rock music, Rage has disbanded before, including when its frontman quit in 2000. His recent leg injury forced the band to cancel its ...

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Rage Against the Machine won't play live again, drummer says (Los Angeles Times)

Rage Against the Machine drummer Brad Wilk announced Wednesday that the rock band will not be touring again.

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Rage Against the Machine won't tour or perform live again, drummer ... (CBS News)

Rage Against the Machine's Brad Wilk said he didn't want to "string" fans along any further after canceling a reunion tour.

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Rage Against the Machine breaks up a third time, cancels ... (USA TODAY)

Rage Against the Machine drummer Brad Wilk announced that the band is on an indefinite hiatus and will not do a reunion tour.

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Rage Against the Machine: c'est la fin... encore une fois (Le Journal de Québec)

Le batteur Brad Wilk annonce la séparation du groupe qui avait séduit des dizaines de milliers de personnes sur les plaines d'Abraham, en 2022.

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Rage Against the Machine drummer says band is breaking up ... again (KERO 23ABC News)

Rage Against the Machine's 2020 world tour was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but frontman Zack de la Rocha, bassist Tim Commerford, guitarist Tom Morello, and Wilk ultimately reunited for a handful of concerts in 2022. The band then canceled its ...

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Rage Against The Machine Will Never Play Live Again (Watauga Democrat)

Rage Against The Machine drummer Brad Wilk has announced that the beloved band will not be touring and will never play live again. Wilk took to his personal ...

Rage Against The Machine ne remontera pas sur scène (Les Inrocks)

C'est Brad Wilk, batteur du groupe, qui l'a annoncé dans un communiqué. Après la blessure de son chanteur, RATM avait déjà annulé plusieurs dates de sa ...

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Rage Against the Machine a encore une mauvaise nouvelle pour ... (Le HuffPost)

Le groupe formé par Tim Commerford, Zack De La Rocha, Tom Morello et Brad Wilk avait été contraint d'annuler sa tournée en 2022.

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Rage Against The Machine “Will Not Be Touring Or Playing Live ... (ROCKSOUND.TV)

Wilk shared the message on Instagram, addressing the band's previous cancellation of their 2023 tour due to a severe leg injury sustained by Zack de la Rocha.

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Vous pensiez (re)voir Rage Against The Machine sur scène bientôt ... (Rock&folk)

L'année 2024 commence mal. Le groupe mythique emmené par Zack de la Rocha raccroche pour de bon, a annoncé le batteur Brad Wilk. Rage Against The Machine ...

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