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Back in late 2020, Seattle thrash metal legends Forced Entry teased that they were gearing up for a reunion, and two of its founding members Tony Benjamins (bass, vocals) and Colin Mattson (drums) later stated that they were seeking a replacement for guitarist Brad Hull, who was unable to participate, and they went as far as to confirm that there was talk of doing shows and possibly recording new music with the upcoming lineup. The band had since kept a low profile, until recently when Mattson seemingly confirmed via Facebook that the reunion of Forced Entry is still in progress.

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Band profile:	Forced Entry

After a few months of speculation, Forced Entry members Tony Benjamins (vocals, bass) and Colin Mattson (drums) confirmed in an interview on 'Misery Point Radio' that the band is officially reuniting with a new lineup. While no reason was given in regards to original guitarist Brad Hull's absence from the reunion, the two stated there has been talk of replacing him with either Russ Stefanovich (Bitter End), Dean Babbitt (Coven) or Jeff Loomis (Arch Enemy, ex-Nevermore, Sanctuary). Also in this interview, Benjamins and Mattson discussed the possibility of live shows and working on new music, as well as revisiting never-before released Forced Entry material.

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Band profile:	Forced Entry

After more than two decades away from the spotlight, Seattle thrash metal pioneers Forced Entry are seemingly active again. Plans for reunion shows in 2021 were originally hinted when vocalist and bassist Tony Benjamins shared on Facebook what appeared to be a setlist, with the words "Forced Entry 2020" written above it. More details are expected to be revealed soon, and the reunion will reportedly include the same lineup as before: Benjamins, Brad Hull (guitar, vocals) and Colin Mattson (drums).

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Band profile:	Forced Entry