Uploaded July 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago

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Max Cavalera joins David Ellefson for a powerful deep dive into their time working together on Prophecy, reflecting on the freedom of those sessions, the late-night jams, and even spray-painting guitars gold. David shares stories of being called to tour at the last minute, playing for Will Smith, and how Gloria Cavalera held it all together behind the scenes. The two reminisce about recording at Salt Mine Studios, writing raw songs on four-tracks, and creating a nameless groove that became one of Max’s favorite moments on the album. Max reflects on Chaos A.D. and look to the upcoming Cavalera tour with Fear Factory tour.

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