Did Ticketmaster just accidentally reveal Ipecac Recordings' highly anticipated secret? It seems the meticulous planning of a major announcement might have been upended by a slip-up from a very unexpected source! Yesterday, the music world was buzzing about a quirky, Brady Bunch-esque teaser shared on Ipecac Recordings' Instagram, featuring the enigmatic Mike Patton. The internet, ever the detective, was abuzz with fan theories ranging from a Fantômas reunion to a revival of Peeping Tom. We even had some fun reimagining the classic theme song to fit the mystery! But just as speculation reached a fever pitch, the ever-watchful eyes of Ticketmaster may have inadvertently let the cat out of the bag.
Shortly after our initial report, eagle-eyed commenters pointed out something peculiar. If you navigated to the Tomahawk's page on Ticketmaster, an image appeared that perfectly matched the teaser, showcasing all four members of the band. While the image has since been updated to something entirely different, I was able to personally witness this rather telling spoiler. Here's a glimpse:
Notice the individual in the top right corner of that band photo? That's Trevor Dunn, and his image strikingly mirrors the latest visual shared on Ipecac's Instagram. This visual congruence strongly suggests that we are indeed on the cusp of a new Tomahawk tour! However, the image also presents a puzzle with four or five empty squares alongside the band members. This leaves us with a tantalizing question: who else might be involved in this exciting project?
Fan speculation is running wild! Some are theorizing a potential Tomahawk and Melvins tour, perhaps as separate acts or even in the spirit of the impressive Fantômas-Melvins Big Band collaboration. Others are wondering if Napalm Death could be part of the equation, especially given their upcoming collaborative album with the Melvins. But here's where it gets controversial: Is it more likely a multi-band tour, or could these empty slots represent something entirely unexpected, perhaps a new project altogether?
For now, all we can do is speculate and wait. The excitement is palpable, but the full picture remains elusive. What are your thoughts on who might fill those remaining spots? Do you agree with the tour speculation, or do you have a wilder theory? Share your insights in the comments below – I'm eager to hear your take!
