Godsmack are officially moving into a new era — one that looks and sounds different from the lineup fans grew up with, but still carries the same core identity.
In a recent appearance on SiriusXM’s Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk, frontman Sully Erna confirmed that while the band’s 2023 album Lighting Up The Sky marked the end of the original lineup, it did not mark the end of Godsmack itself. Instead, it became a turning point for reinvention.
Erna explained that he and bassist Robbie Merrill made the decision to continue the band moving forward, even after key members stepped away. Guitarist Tony Rombola and drummer Shannon Larkin are no longer part of the current lineup, officially closing the chapter on Godsmack’s classic formation.
To move ahead, the band has introduced a refreshed lineup featuring Sam Koltun on guitar and Wade Murff on drums, joining Erna and Merrill as the foundation of the next phase.
Despite the major shift, Erna emphasized that the spirit of the band remains intact. He described the current state of Godsmack as having “gas in the tank,” suggesting there is still creative drive and momentum pushing them forward. According to him, the goal is not to replace the past but to evolve from it.
He also teased that new music could arrive as early as 2027, signaling that this new version of the band is already working toward its next creative output.
While Erna acknowledged that this is “officially a different version of Godsmack,” he also expressed confidence that fans will still connect with the band’s core sound. The intention, he said, is to preserve the catalog’s legacy while continuing to push it forward with fresh energy and perspective.
The transition effectively marks what many are calling “Godsmack 2.0” — a continuation rather than a restart, built on familiar foundations but shaped by a new lineup and direction.
For fans, the message is clear: the lineup has changed, but the mission hasn’t. Godsmack are still here — just entering a new phase of their story.
