Arizona thrash metal long-runners, Flotsam And Jetsam, have launched a teaser video for their forthcoming new album.

A message states: "Do you wanna know what we have been up to lately? Tune in this Friday (April 2) at 3:33 PM to Sonic Perspectives and BraveWords for an hour of everything Flotzilla! We promise you won't be disappointed."

Flotsam And Jetsam recently announced Bill Bodily (Contrarian, ex-Inhumatus, ex-Toxik) as the band's new bass player. Before joining Flotsam And Jetsam on a permanent basis, Bodily filled in for former bassist Michael Spencer during many shows of the band’s Tour Of Chaos in 2019.

Commented Bodily, "Joining Flotsam And Jetsam is an honor as well as a huge step up in my musical journey. I've been friends with the guys for many years, and I’m a lifelong Flotsam fan. I look forward to the many adventures ahead and getting more acquainted with the legendary Flotzilla fans!"

The band added, "First and foremost, we would like to thank Michael Spencer for his time in Flotsam And Jetsam. He joined us back in 2014, and we have accomplished so much together. We sincerely wish him the best in his future endeavours! A new chapter for Flotsam And Jetsam beckons; Bill Bodily embodies a new focus and hunger within Flotsam And Jetsam and we're extremely excited to have him as part of the Flotzilla family. He’s not only a brilliant musician who has established himself in the thrash and death metal scene, but also a great human being, which made the decision to have him join the band a very natural one. Bill brings an amazing work ethic and a fervent desire to continue to learn, grow and develop his musical voice. He knows music talent alone isn’t enough, and that hard work, perseverance and a sense of humor goes a long way to sustaining a successful musical career. We welcome him with open arms!

“We’ve been working very hard on the follow‐up for The End Of Chaos, and we are happy to report that the final mixes are almost completed. The new material is very heavy, and we’ve taken the sound and approach that we’ve had for the last two studio albums and amped up the aggressiveness without toning down any other elements. Everyone has done a superb job in the studio - even more so considering the unprecedented circumstances we are living in at this time. We are very excited about the music, and we hope and believe the new album will live up to everyone’s expectations”

Flotsam And Jetsam’s last studio album, The End Of Chaos, was released in January 2019, and most certainly did not signal a “grand finale” like the title may have suggested.

"Like a prize-fighter that refuses to kneel down, the mighty Flotzilla roars, and treads onward with black eyes and a bloody nose. With our new corner and cut man, Continental Worldwide, as our touring agent, we will see you out on the road as soon as times allow. Be prepared for what’s coming your way in 2021!"

(Bill Bodily photo by Joel Barrios for Norrsken Photography and Design)