SDCC 2025: COLD SLITHER SIGNING

Reigning Phoenix Music, in collaboration with Hasbro, has announced that the members of COLD SLITHER, the infamous COBRA-created band from G.I. JOE, will be making a special appearance at San Diego Comic-Con 2025 for a limited in-person signing session.

Fans can meet the band at the Stern Pinball/Reigning Phoenix Music Booth (#4029) on Friday, July 25th from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM. This marks the first official signing for the reimagined heavy metal band, based on the infamous fictional rockers from the classic 1985 animated series G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero.

The signing celebrates a wave of exciting developments for Cold Slither, including the release of their new single “Thunder Machine”, now streaming on all major platforms. The ferocious new track, inspired by the Dreadnoks' menacing battle rig, is a sonic onslaught of cinematic riffs and raw energy, solidifying COLD SLITHER’s place in the modern metal scene.

COLD SLITHER’s lineup has been officially revealed as:

  • Zartan – Gus Rios, vocals/guitars (GRUESOME, UNION BLACK, LEFT TO DIE)

  • Ripper – Matt Harvey, guitars (EXHUMED, GRUESOME, LEFT TO DIE)

  • Torch – Ross Sewage, bass (EXHUMED, IMPALED)

  • Buzzer – Andy Selway, drums (KMFDM)

Fans attending SDCC won’t want to miss this rare opportunity to meet the band, grab exclusive merch, and experience the world of COLD SLITHER up close.

In addition, a selection of San Diego Comic-Con exclusives will be available at the Stern/Reigning Phoenix Music booth (#4029), including:

  • A limited edition box set featuring a 7" vinyl of "Cold Slither" and an exclusive ReAction Zartan figure in partnership with Super7

  • A limited edition COLD SLITHER print produced in partnership with Sideshow

  • Exclusive enamel pins created in collaboration with Yesterdays

  • An SDCC-exclusive vinyl variant of Cold Slither

Quantities are extremely limited and fans are encouraged to arrive early to secure these collectibles celebrating the return of COLD SLITHER.

LIVE DEBUT: SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON INTERNATIONAL

COLD SLITHER will also make their explosive on-stage debut during San Diego Comic-Con with a one-night-only concert experience on Thursday, July 24, at San Diego’s Brick by Brick. Presented by Hasbro and Reigning Phoenix Music, this 21+ event promises a full-force blend of original metal mayhem and ‘80s nostalgia.

Event Details – COLD SLITHER Live @ SDCC

  • Date: Thursday, July 24, 2025

  • Time: Doors at 8 PM | Show at 9 PM

  • Venue: Brick by Brick, 1130 Buenos Ave, San Diego, CA 92110

  • Tickets: $35.00 plus service charges – available exclusively at Brick by Brick’s official website

  • Capacity: 450

  • Merch: Limited-edition show-only gear including an exclusive t-shirts, posters, LPs, CDs and collectible pin sets

This high-octane live experience kicks off the biggest weekend in pop culture and gives fans a first taste of Cold Slither’s signature metal-fueled rebellion — a must-attend for any G.I. JOE fan who still lives by the battle cry: “Yo Joe!”