Previously unreleased version offers fans a chance to hear Wayne Static’s original vision
Director Matt Zane, creator of the forthcoming unauthorized documentary chronicling the lives of Wayne Static and his wife, Tera Wray, has announced the release of the original recording of “Hollow,” a track that was later reworked and released as the lead single from Project Regeneration by the reformed Static-X.
At the time of Project Regeneration‘s release, members Tony Campos and Edsel Dope (performing as Xer0) stated that “Hollow” had been left incomplete and that portions of the music needed to be re-recorded. According to Zane, the recently discovered original recording presents a different picture, indicating that the song had already been completed prior to its reworking.
“Let’s be honest, there was no reason to pull the music off this track and change it,” said Matt Zane. “But by doing so they get some of the publishing. Personally, I would have left it as Wayne intended.”
The newly released original version of “Hollow” is now available as a free download and can also be streamed on YouTube, giving fans the opportunity to hear Wayne Static’s original recording.
In addition, Zane has announced that his unauthorized documentary exploring the lives of Wayne Static and Tera Wray will be made available to stream free of charge in early 2027.
For fans of Wayne Static and Static-X, the release offers a rare opportunity to experience a previously unheard recording and gain additional insight into Wayne’s creative legacy.