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Chad Gray Announces Las Vegas Solo Concert Featuring Mudvayne and HELLYEAH Songs
1/24/2026, 11:44:34 AM
Upcoming Concert Details
Chad Gray, the frontman of the bands MUDVAYNE and HELLYEAH, has announced a solo concert scheduled for April 24, 2024, at Backstage Bar & Billiards in Las Vegas, Nevada. This performance will include songs from both bands, marking a unique opportunity for fans to experience music from Gray's extensive career in one setting. The concert will feature support from Las Vegas-born alt-rock artist Kami Kehoe.
Gray expressed his enthusiasm for the event, stating, "In this past week since I posted the teaser for this I've heard it called Hellvayne, Mudyeah, but I call it keep my ass off the couch this year and have a first time hang with all of my oxygen wasting hellions!" He emphasized the importance of music in his life, noting that while MUDVAYNE is taking a break in 2026, he feels compelled to continue performing.
Background on MUDVAYNE and HELLYEAH
MUDVAYNE, formed in 1996, is known for its innovative sound and theatrical performances, having sold over six million records worldwide. The band has received gold certifications for three of its albums: "L.D. 50," "The End Of All Things To Come," and "Lost And Found." After a long hiatus, MUDVAYNE released two singles, "Hurt People Hurt People" and "Sticks And Stones," in 2022, marking their first new material in over a decade.
HELLEYEAH, which Gray fronted for 15 years, released its sixth studio album, "Welcome Home," in September 2019. This album was significant as it was the last to feature drummer Vinnie Paul Abbott, who passed away in 2018.
Recent Developments
In 2024, MUDVAYNE's guitarist Greg Tribbett sat out the remaining shows on the "Destroy All Enemies" tour due to personal issues, with Marcus Rafferty filling in for him. This followed Tribbett's absence during the band's "L.D. 50 25th Anniversary" tour in 2025, which was marred by the loss of his wife to cancer.
Gray's upcoming concert is positioned just before the "Sick New World" festival, suggesting a strategic timing to attract festival-goers looking for additional entertainment.
Criticism & Opposition
While Gray's announcement has been met with excitement from fans, some critics have raised concerns about the sustainability of MUDVAYNE's hiatus and the impact on the band's legacy. The decision to take a break in 2026 has led to discussions about the future direction of the band and its members.
Official Statements & Responses
Gray's announcement has been widely shared, and he has encouraged fans to attend the concert, stating, "This is gonna be FUUUUN. MUDVAYNE and HELLYEAH songs from the same stage, the same night, at the same time." He also expressed his eagerness to connect with fans during the performance.
Verbatim Quotes
- “MUDVAYNE and HELLYEAH songs from the same stage, the same night, at the same time.” — Chad Gray, Frontman of MUDVAYNE and HELLYEAH
- “Music, creating, playing are the wells that I draw my happiness from so I need to keep going.” — Chad Gray
Chad Gray's solo concert promises to be a significant event for fans of both MUDVAYNE and HELLYEAH, blending the two musical legacies into a single night of performance.
