Legendary guitarist George Lynch has been open about LYNCH MOB's tumultuous history with lineup changes, but in a new interview with Jason Brown of Friday 13th Metal, he addressed the issue head-on.

When asked about the number of vocalist lineup changes his long-running project has gone through over the years, Lynch acknowledged that people move on and that he doesn't blame them for prioritizing other projects.

Lynch also talked about LYNCH MOB's decision to call its new live album "The Final Ride," which follows the release of what was billed as the band's ninth and final full-length studio record "Dancing With The Devil." However, Lynch clarified that he changed his mind again after initially announcing the album's completion.

LYNCH MOB will release "The Final Ride" on May 29, 2026 via Frontiers Music Srl.

On this live album, Lynch is backed by a formidable lineup featuring Gabriel Colón (vocals), Jaron Gulino (bass) and Jimmy D'Anda (drums).

Despite the fact that LYNCH MOB completed "The Final Ride" farewell tour in March 2025, the band has continued playing gigs with a revamped lineup consisting of Lynch, vocalist Andrew Freeman (LAST IN LINE), drummer Brian Tichy (WHITESNAKE, FOREIGNER, OZZY OSBOURNE) and bassist Jaron Gulino.

In an October 2025 interview with Tim Caple of Rock 'N' Blues Experience, George spoke about why he is still playing shows under the LYNCH MOB banner.

He explained that he decided to go out with a bang by celebrating LYNCH MOB's 35-year legacy with a farewell tour and record.

However, after the announcement, his agent started getting work opportunities, and Lynch continued touring.

Lynch also confirmed that there are tentative plans for LYNCH MOB to release a new studio album in the not-too-distant future.

He mentioned working on one and a half songs in the studio but needs to focus on making sure every song is great before releasing it.

As for the musical direction of the new material, Lynch stated that it won't be like their first album but will lean towards a heavier sound with some ALICE IN CHAINS influences.

LYNCH MOB was formed in 1989 after Lynch parted ways with his former band DOKKEN.

Their debut release, "Wicked Sensation," was met with critical and fan acclaim and went on to be certified gold in sales by the RIAA.

The band would continue on through the years with a cast of talented players joining Lynch throughout their musical journey over the course of six more studio albums.

In August 2020, Lynch announced that he was ending LYNCH MOB due to the racial insensitivity of the moniker, saying he would no longer record or perform under that name.

Two years later, George had a change of heart, explaining that he has to "live with the fact that [the name LYNCH MOB] has some negative connotations that I probably have to continue explaining for the rest of my life.'