In a dramatic turn of events, longtime Exodus frontman Steve “Zetro” Souza has reportedly pleaded with the legendary thrash metal band to allow him back into the fold. Sources close to the situation indicate that Souza, who has been in and out of Exodus multiple times since the 1980s, made an emotional appeal to his former bandmates, hoping for another chance to reclaim his spot as the band’s lead vocalist.
The situation comes at a critical time for Exodus, as the band has been facing growing speculation about its lineup following recent internal tensions and lineup shifts. While no official statement has been released by Exodus regarding Souza’s plea, insiders suggest that the singer has expressed deep regret over past disagreements and is eager to reunite with guitarist and founding member Gary Holt.
Souza first joined Exodus in 1986, replacing Paul Baloff, and played a key role in the band’s classic albums Pleasures of the Flesh and Fabulous Disaster. However, his tenure has been marked by multiple exits, most notably in 1993 and again in 2004. He returned to the band in 2014, replacing Rob Dukes, and has remained their frontman since. However, recent rumors of potential changes within the group have sparked uncertainty about his future with Exodus.
Fans of the Bay Area thrash icons have taken to social media to voice their opinions, with many supporting Souza’s return while others speculate about a possible shift towards a new frontman. Whether Gary Holt and the rest of the band will grant Souza’s request remains to be seen, but if history is any indication, Exodus has never shied away from making bold lineup decisions.
For now, the thrash metal world watches closely, waiting to see if Exodus will once again welcome Steve “Zetro” Souza back into the band or move forward in a different direction.
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