Sepultura recently clarified that Greyson Nekrutman, their current drummer, will rejoin them in 2026 to carry on their farewell tour — even as he temporarily fills in for Trivium. 

Nekrutman gained attention earlier this week when he was tapped to replace Alex Bent in Trivium following Bent’s departure. He made his debut with Trivium at the Aftershock Festival on October 4.  While fans wondered if this meant he was leaving Sepultura, the Brazilian metal legends were quick to quash speculation.

Via an Instagram Story, Sepultura emphasized that Nekrutman’s role with Trivium is temporary:

“In 2026, he’ll be back with Sepultura, resuming his place in the band as we continue our farewell tour.” 

This returns Nekrutman to the drum seat for the remainder of the band’s planned send-off — and it gives metal fans clarity about his future with the group.

Nekrutman’s Journey & Dual Roles

At just 23 years old, Greyson Nekrutman replaced Eloy Casagrande in Sepultura in early 2024.  His style—steeped in jazz training and versatility—already drew praise from bandmates. In a podcast appearance, bassist Paulo Xisto called Nekrutman “a very jazzy, totally different approach,” noting that adapting to him had been a learning experience. 

For Trivium, Nekrutman is stepping into a very different chemistry. Bent had been with Trivium for nine years, and his sudden exit left quite a gap. Despite that, Nekrutman rose to the challenge, joining their North American tour lineup while maintaining his commitment to his original band. 

Fans and critics alike will now be watching how he balances both roles, and whether this experience shapes his playing or compositional input in either band.

What This Means for Sepultura’s Farewell Tour

With Nekrutman confirmed to return, Sepultura’s farewell leg in 2026 looks to be more stable. There’s no uncertainty about who will sit behind the kit as the band closes its final chapter. The official statement points to new tour date announcements soon — keeping anticipation high among fans. 

Given the emotional weight of a farewell tour, having consistency in the lineup is important. Nekrutman’s dual role this year may even deepen his connection to both bands, bringing fresh perspective to a final run with Sepultura.

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