It’s a double debut at the legendary Whisky-a-Go-Go in Hollywood! FNG a.k.a. Faith No GWAR, the electrifying new GWAR and Faith No More cover band founded by Piggy D. (ex-Rob Zombie/Marilyn Manson) and Verona on Venus, featuring former Devildriver guitarist and songwriter Mike Spreitzer, and are set to make their highly anticipated live debuts with a co-headlining show on Wednesday, June 25th, 2025.
FNG consists of the Compton-based thrash band The Lords Of Sin as well as Matt “Piggy D.” Montgomery reprising his “Giggles The Clown” persona on lead vocals. Montgomery is known for his work with Rob Zombie, Wednesday 13, Amen, Alice Cooper, and most recently Marilyn Manson.
“Many years ago I wrote a satirical/musical short that I wanted to produce about a working class garage band that uses this specific music to vent their daily frustrations about slugging it out in modern society”, says Piggy D. “This show will be the raw live performance of that fictional band. It’s quite far from being an actual tribute or cover band. Instead, I call it a “musical repurposing”. In today’s climate, it’s a renewed excuse to rock out and have a laugh at how ridiculous and bizarre life is.
Our gig is also during “June Gloom”, which is a really good time for cupcakes and birthday hats. You should come. This is the most insane art project I’ve ever attempted and we will debut it at a special one-night-only event at the Whisky.”
Verona on Venus, the band founded in late 2023 by Mike Spreitzer, former guitarist for DevilDriver, is set to make their highly anticipated debut following a wave of excitement surrounding the recent lineup announcements and the release of the single and music video “Pretty”. Verona on Venus is ready to take the stage and showcase their explosive sound in a night of unforgettable music. Verona on Venus has also welcomed its latest band member, Travis Bacon (Contracult) on bass, rounding out the lineup alongside Austin D’Amond (Chimaira, ex-DevilDriver) (drums), and Lucas Kanopa (ex-Void Vator) (guitar).
Their latest single, “Pretty” can be seen below
“This band has been a long time in the making, and we’re finally stepping into the spotlight with a show of this magnitude,” says Spreitzer. “Whisky a Go Go has been home to so many legendary moments in rock and metal history, and we can’t wait to add our own chapter to that story.”
Verona on Venus will perform tracks from the debut album Popular Delusions including singles, “Pretty” and “War Baby.” Popular Delusions was released in January 2024, has garnered attention for its distinctive blend of heavy melodic metal and industrial-inspired sounds. The project marks Spreitzer’s transition from his role as lead guitarist of DevilDriver to frontman.
Additional bands will be announced soon, rounding out a night that promises to be one of the most explosive events of the summer.
The Whisky-A-Go-Go, a historic venue that has hosted countless legendary acts, provides the perfect backdrop for this must-see event. Fans are encouraged to secure their tickets early as this show is expected to sell out quickly.
https://whiskyagogo.com/calendar/events/14252403/fng-faith-no-gwar-verona-on-venus/