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Corey Taylor just unleashed a ferocious collaboration with Motionless in White on “Playing God,” a brutal attack on internet toxicity. The Slipknot frontman’s guest appearance marks the lead single from the metalcore veterans’ upcoming seventh album, Decades, dropping July 17, 2026. Discover what sparked this explosive pairing and why the metal world is already buzzing.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Album Release: Decades arrives July 17, 2026 via Roadrunner Records
- Lead Single: “Playing God” featuring Corey Taylor, dropped May 6, 2026
- Band Milestone: Celebrates 20 years of Motionless in White dominance
- Guest Stars: Album features Skylar Grey, Anthony Martinez, and Corey Taylor
A Devastating Duet on Internet Culture’s Rot
“Playing God” is no ordinary collaboration. Chris Motionless and Corey Taylor combine forces to dissect the toxic wasteland of social media toxicity. The track serves as an observational commentary on how the internet has corroded human decency. Chris Motionless explains, “Only negativity, hatred, and lies are at the forefront.” The song’s raw aggression reflects genuine frustration with click-baiters, influencers, and parasocial disease spreading online.
Taylor’s contribution is particularly intense. Chris Motionless remarked, “I can’t believe how aggressive Corey sounds.” The Slipknot legend doesn’t hold back, channeling pure fury into verse after verse. Together, they rage about people playing god on screens while their own lives collapse into meaninglessness and desperation.
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Meet the Seventh Album Powerhouse
Decades arrives as Motionless in White’s most ambitious statement yet. The Scranton, Pennsylvania quintet has spent 20 years carving their unique path through metal, hardcore, goth, industrial, and electronic fusion. This seventh full-length marks a full-circle moment. The album blends their signature darkness with bold new sonic territory, recorded across sessions in upstate New York and Los Angeles.
Co-producers Drew Fulk and Justin “JD” deBlieck helped Motionless achieve what the band calls “past, present, and future sounds into one cohesive sound.” Chris Motionless promises the album is “definitely heavier than some of our past albums.” The current world’s anger clearly fueled this creative explosion.
Decades Track List & Guest Features
| Track Number | Song Title |
| 1 | Decades |
| 3 | R.I.P. (feat. Skylar Grey) |
| 5 | Playing God (feat. Corey Taylor) |
| 7 | Blood Rave (feat. Anthony Martinez) |
| 11 | Afraid of the Dark |
“This band has not only lasted two decades, but we’ve also outlasted all of the obstacles we’ve faced. We’re still grinding. We are never going to abandon heartfelt, emotional, and heavy songs.”
—Chris Motionless, Frontman
The Philosophy Behind Decade
Motionless in White refuse complacency. The band’s founding principle is evolution without abandonment. Chris Motionless states, “We were never afraid to take risks.” From their goth-influenced early work to industrial textures and theatrical presentations, the quintet has continuously reinvented. Decades amplifies this philosophy while honoring their roots.
The album’s increased aggression reflects global turbulence. Chris Motionless notes, “Our current world bred more aggressive energy, anger, and resistance.” Motionless in White don’t just observe chaos. They channel it into visceral, cathartic musical statements that resonate with audiences starved for authentic heavy music.
What’s Next for Motionless in White After Decades?
Motionless in White aren’t resting on laurels. The band is currently demolishing stages on Bring Me the Horizon’s “Ascension Program” tour, recently tearing apart Madison Square Garden. This summer, they launch “The Sweat and Blood Tour” headlining across North America. Lorna Shore, Fit for a King, and Static Dress provide support on this eagerly anticipated run.
The North American headline trek kicks off July 14 in Bridgeport, Connecticut, just days before Decades drops. The tour includes the band’s first Red Rocks headlining show, stopping in major markets from Charlotte to Los Angeles through August. For fans seeking heavy, theatrical, and emotionally devastating music, Decades marks a mandatory moment.
Watch the Official Video
Sources
- Revolver Magazine – Comprehensive coverage of “Playing God” release and album preview
- BLABBERMOUTH.NET – Official album announcement with detailed track listing and guest features
- Genius – Complete Decades album lyrics and production credits
