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It has been preceded by a new single, titled &#8220;Rattle The Cage&#8221;, released on July 14. It&#8217;s the Canadian rock band&#8217;s first release since 2023. The new single features guitarist John 5, who is currently a member of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.songfacts.com\/songs\/motley-crue\" id=\"https:\/\/www.songfacts.com\/songs\/motley-crue\">M\u00f6tley Cr\u00fce<\/a>. John 5 is known for his previous work with Rob Zombie and Marilyn Manson.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This marks a new chapter for Nickelback. Their 2023 <em>Netflix<\/em> documentary <em>Hate To Love: Nickelback<\/em> brushed off negativity geared towards the band throughout the years. It reaffirmed their legacy as they embarked on a world tour soon after, shattering attendance records across the globe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Rattle The Cage&#8221; is an anthem about the rush you feel during a high-energy live performance. The lyrics take you to the audience in the first verse, referred to as the human ocean. 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