And just like that, another year has almost passed. Who knows what 2012 brings? We can’t predict the future, but the least we could do is ask some people in the metal community what they think might happen, as well as what they’re looking forward to in the coming year. All of Anthrax got back to us, and here’s what they had to say:

Scott Ian  

What are you looking forward to in 2012?

Worshipping music all over the world with our loyal followers! And the new Batman movie, that too. And season 2 of Game Of Thrones as well. And my son walking and talking, and the new Stephen King Dark Tower book and….you get the idea.

Do you have any predictions for next year?

The world won’t end.

Charlie Benante  

a) What are you looking forward to in 2012?

A better America with less political conflict and more BIG 4 Shows.

Do you have any predictions for next year?

That people will wise up and stop watching and listening to the worst and will demand better.

Joey Belladonna  

What are you looking forward to in 2012?

Hope to see the fans on tour, and a lot of metal!

Do you have any predictions for next year?

Yes, the Vikings will be better in 2012!

Frank Bello  

What are you looking forward to in 2012? 

I’m looking foward to touring Worship Music all over the world in 2012 and trying the local beer in each town we play.

Do you have any predictions for next year?

What am I- a fucking psychic? (just kidding) – I predict that there will some amazing tours for everybody to see.

Rob Caggiano 

What are you looking forward to in 2012?

I’m looking forward to all the great shows/tours we have coming up all around the world…….

Do you have any predictions for next year?

The end of the world of course!