Mudvayne, the legendary nü-metal band, has made a surprising move by re-mixing and re-mastering their highly anticipated 2025 comeback singles, 'Sticks And Stones' and 'Hurt People Hurt People'. This decision comes after the band expressed dissatisfaction with the original release, which sparked a wave of criticism from fans. But here's where it gets controversial... The band's management reached out to renowned producer/mixer Dave Fortman, known for his work with Evanescence and Slipknot, to give the tracks a fresh spin. Fortman, who had previously collaborated with Mudvayne on 'Lost And Found' and 'The New Game', took on the task and delivered a new mix that the band was happy with. In a Reddit post, Fortman revealed that the original mixes were not demos but were mixed by Josh Wilbur, who has worked with Lamb Of God and Avenged Sevenfold. However, the band wasn't satisfied, and neither were the fans. Fortman's new mix adds a unique twist to the intros and breaks of the songs, with added piano notes and strings. The band's decision to re-mix the tracks has led to a delay in the release of the 7" vinyl, which is now scheduled for early April 2026. So, what do you think? Do you prefer the original mixes or Fortman's new take? Let us know in the comments and spark a discussion!
