Falling In Reverse have returned with a new song that instantly grabbed the attention of rock and metal fans. Titled “Joseph,” the track marks the band’s first new release in more than a year and brings together three very recognizable voices from different corners of heavy music.
At the center of it all is Ronnie Radke, who is joined by Slipknot frontman Corey Taylor and System Of A Down singer Serj Tankian. The combination alone is enough to make the release stand out, but there’s an even bigger reason why “Joseph” has become such a talking point.
For the first time, Corey Taylor and Serj Tankian appear together on the same song. Despite both artists having decades-long careers and becoming defining voices within heavy music, they had never previously shared a track. “Joseph” changes that.
And that is exactly the kind of unexpected moment that makes a new release feel bigger than an ordinary single.
A Collaboration Nobody Saw Coming
Falling In Reverse have become increasingly known for bringing unexpected artists into their music. The band previously worked with Jelly Roll on “All My Life” and Marilyn Manson on “God Is A Weapon,” but “Joseph” takes the idea of a surprise collaboration in another direction.
This time, Radke brought together two singers whose voices are immediately recognizable to generations of rock and metal listeners.
Taylor brings the aggressive intensity that has long been associated with Slipknot, while Tankian contributes a completely different vocal character. Radke sits between those contrasting styles, giving the song room to move through several different musical moods.
Rather than making the three voices sound identical, “Joseph” uses their differences as part of its identity.
The Song Takes an Unexpected Musical Journey
“Joseph” doesn’t stay in one musical lane.
The track opens with a darker, piano-led atmosphere before gradually building into heavier territory. Electronic elements, forceful guitar work and aggressive vocals then push the song into a much more intense section.
Taylor’s appearance adds another burst of aggression, while Tankian arrives during a more melodic passage that carries some of the unusual theatrical quality fans associate with his work in System Of A Down.
That contrast is one of the most noticeable features of the song. Instead of simply placing three famous singers together and letting them trade predictable verses, “Joseph” moves through several different sounds.
For listeners who enjoy genre-bending heavy music, there is plenty to unpack.
Why Is It Called “Joseph”?
The title has a personal connection to Radke.
“Joseph” is the Falling In Reverse singer’s middle name. His full name is Ronald Joseph Radke, making the title more than just a random choice for the new single.
The song itself goes beyond being a personal name, exploring darker themes surrounding war, death, religion, violence and the human experience. That gives the track a heavier atmosphere than the title might initially suggest.
The Video Makes the Release Even Bigger
The song arrived with a music video directed by Jensen Noen, a filmmaker who has worked with Falling In Reverse on several of the band’s major visual releases.
The new video features Radke, Taylor and Tankian, putting all three performers together on screen rather than keeping the collaboration purely vocal.
The visual also matches the dramatic scale of the song, giving fans another reason to revisit the release after hearing the track.
For Falling In Reverse, the combination of music and cinematic visuals has become an important part of how the band presents its biggest songs.
A First That Metal Fans Won’t Forget Easily
Whatever individual listeners think of the song, the historical part of the collaboration is difficult to overlook.
Corey Taylor and Serj Tankian sharing a song is something that had never happened before. Now, thanks to Radke and Falling In Reverse, two of heavy music’s most distinctive voices have finally appeared together on the same recording.
That alone makes “Joseph” one of the more unusual rock releases of 2026.
And perhaps that is the biggest reason fans are talking about it. Nobody needed another predictable collaboration. Instead, Falling In Reverse put together three artists with very different identities and created something that immediately demanded attention.
