Ian Somerhalder Weighs In On Machine Gun Kelly's 'Vampire Diaries' Song
Over the weekend, MGK released the surprise single along with a moody music video full of gothic visuals, emotional lyrics, and, of course, vampire themes.
Fans of the "Vampire Diaries" series immediately drew comparisons to Machine Gun Kelly's new single and flooded the comment section with references to the hit supernatural drama.
Ian Somerhalder Has Hilarious Response To Machine Gun Kelly's 'Vampire Diaries' Song Snub
But no one had a more Damon Salvatore-level reaction than , who played the brooding vampire for eight seasons on the CW series.
After catching wind of the new release, the actor hilariously chimed in on social media, writing, 'And no mention of me?????'
Fans immediately chimed in, with one user expressing, "I need this crossover!!! I want them dancing together on 'Vampire Diaries .'"
Another wrote, "I need them in a video together BAD."
This comes after MGK's comments about Somerhalder went viral five years ago.
"What does Ian Somerhalder do? His last name's cool. Who's that?" he asked. "Oh he's a vampire? Me too homie. Ganster sh-t. I'm down."
MGK's 'Vampire Diaries' Video Sparks Fan Showdown
Fans of the hit show then weighed in, revealing whether they think MGK's new music video is more Damon or Stefan.
"The music vid is more Damon (Stefan hated dancing), lyrics are more Stefan (he hated being a vampire)," one fan wrote. "I love the show, I watch it every autumn."
"Could be Damon after he got with Elena she tried to tame him lol," another said, before disagreeing with the previous user's Stefan comment. "The dancing more Stefan lol. I'm an OG 'VD' since it first aired so I'm excited! I'm more team Damon, but kinda like them both."
"He's definitely Damon Salvatore," a third said.
Machine Gun Kelly's 'Lost Americana' Dropping Next Month
With his latest single, which comes just weeks after he dropped "cliché," Machine Gun Kelly is giving fans a taste of what's to come on his upcoming album "Lost Americana."
The new album, his first since 2022's mainstream sellout, is set to drop August 8. The project is already creating buzz, especially after MGK revealed the trailer was narrated by none other than Bob Dylan.
MGK Teases 'Lost Americana' With Bob Dylan-Narrated Trailer
In a cinematic clip previewing "Lost Americana," posted Tuesday, June 10, a gravelly voice that sounds very much like Bob Dylan narrates a poetic introduction to the album.
'It's a sonic map of forgotten places, a tribute to the spirit of reinvention and a quest to reclaim the essence of American freedom,' the voice says over shots of MGK riding motorcycles, wandering the Las Vegas Strip, and staring out into sweeping mountain views. 'From the glow of neon diners to the rumble of the motorcycles, this is music that celebrates the beauty found in the in-between spaces, where the past is reimagined, and the future is forged on your own terms.'
MGK Gears Up For A Big Year Ahead
As Machine Gun Kelly continues to roll out new music and push genre boundaries, he will also return to his roots in Cleveland for his annual three-day MGK Day celebration, running from August 8 to 10.
MGK Day features a variety of community-focused events designed to give back and bring people together. Attendees can expect vibrant block parties filled with music, food, and local vendors, as well as charity drives supporting organizations like the Cleveland Metropolitan School District and the Greater Cleveland Food Bank. Community activations include everything from skate and BMX showcases to softball games and trivia nights, encouraging fans to engage beyond the music.
While not centered around a formal concert, the celebration often includes musical elements, surprise performances, and artist appearances. MGK has also made memorable appearances by throwing the ceremonial first pitch at Cleveland Guardians baseball games, a fitting tribute to his deep ties with the city he calls home.
The hometown event will coincide with the release of his upcoming album and promises to be packed with surprises.
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