Dave Lombardo, former Slayer drummer, and John Moyer from Disturbed to appear on William Shatner’s upcoming album

William Shatner has enlisted the talents of Dave Lombardo and John Moyer for his upcoming heavy metal project. The 95-year-old star has brought on board the former drummer of Slayer and the bassist from Disturbed to collaborate on this new venture, along with Judas Priest’s Rob Halford.

Dave Lombardo expressed his excitement about being involved in William Shatner’s innovative heavy metal project, stating that it was a true privilege to contribute drums to the endeavor. He commended Shatner for pushing boundaries and taking his artistry to new heights, even at his age.

The production responsibilities for the project are led by Adam Hamilton and Brian Perera, with additional production contributions from Derek Hughes, Marcus Nand, and Jürgen Engler of Die Krupps. The collaboration will feature a performance of “You’ve Got Another Thing Comin'” with Rob Halford, as well as covers of classic Black Sabbath and Iron Maiden tracks. Furthermore, a renowned guitarist from the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame will make an appearance on the album, with details about this reveal coming soon.

William Shatner, known for his iconic role in Star Trek, has a history of releasing albums across different genres. His album “Has Been,” released in September 2021, received critical acclaim and featured collaborations with artists like Joe Jonas, Brad Paisley, and Joe Walsh. In October 2020, his blues album reached No. 1 on Billboard’s Blues chart, followed by the release of a country album in August 2018, which also saw success on the charts.

Aside from his music endeavors, William Shatner is a prolific author with nearly 30 books to his name. His works “Up Till Now” and “Shatner Rules” both became bestsellers, showcasing his talent and versatility across various mediums. In addition to his literary accomplishments, Shatner has garnered accolades for his acting career, winning a Golden Globe for his role as Denny Crane in “The Practice” and “Boston Legal,” which earned him multiple Emmy nominations, as well as Golden Globe and SAG Award nominations.

As of now, details about the album title, release date, and the complete tracklist for William Shatner’s upcoming metal project have not been officially revealed. Fans eagerly anticipate the unveiling of this exciting collaboration between the legendary star and talented musicians from the metal scene.