Day in Rock Report for 10/27/2022
Matt Sorum has released a music video for his new Kings Of Chaos song "Judgement Day)," which was performed and co-written by Sorum and his former Guns N' Roses and Velvet Revolver bandmates Slash, Dave Kushner and Duff McKagan.
The song is the first taste of Kings Of Chaos' forthcoming debut album, that will be released under a new deal with AFM Records in the second half of next year, and will include original material with Sorum joined by a number of all-star guests. (read more)
Motley Crue have confirmed that they have recruited John 5 to replace Mick Mars, after the founding guitarist revealed that he is retiring from touring due to health concerns.
The band had this to say about Mars departure and the addition of John 5, "While change is never easy, we accept Mick's decision to retire from the band due to the challenges with his health. We have watched Mick manage his Ankylosing Spondylitis for decades and he has always managed it with utmost courage and grace. (read more)
Following the news earlier this week that George Strait will team up with Chris Stapleton to perform one-off stadium dates in Phoenix, Seattle, Denver, Milwaukee, Nashville and Tampa, a second Nissan Stadium date has been added due to overwhelming demand. Joining the King of Country and Stapleton for all dates are GRAMMY Award-winning special guests, Little Big Town.
The second Nissan Stadium show will take place on Friday, July 28, joining the initial date of Saturday, July 29. Tickets to all shows go on sale next Friday, Nov. 4 at 10 a.m. local time at GeorgeStrait.com. American Express® Card Members can purchase tickets to the newly added date before the general public beginning today, Oct. 27 at 10 a.m. local time through Thursday, Nov. 3 at 10 p.m. local time. (read more)
Eric Church fans will soon be able to catch the Round Here Buzz all across North America with the upcoming launch of the Outsiders Radio channel on SiriusXM.
Those in penthouse palaces or at the welcome signs across from the town's one stop light will be able to enjoy the special channel beginning next Friday, November 4th via the SXM App, as well as nationwide in the car on SiriusXM channel 61 from Nov, 4th through Nov. 6th. (read more)
The Jorgensens have released a music video for their song "Old Black Crow". The track comes from the group's forthcoming album, "Americana Soul", which will arrive next Friday, November 4th.
Kayos Promotions sent over these details: Specializing in an honest, authentic style of roots rock/AAA/Americana-steeped sound, The Jorgensens' have earned a loyal fanbase and press adulation for their signature steel-sharp musicianship, honey-soaked harmonizations, and relatable lyrics, which have drawn comparisons to Delaney and Bonnie and Alabama Shakes. Kurt's mix of vintage guitar, bouncy basslines, and modern technology blends with Brianna's classically-trained multi-instrumental talent, as she deftly commands keyboards, guitar, and mandolin, among others. Add the remaining members unique, diverse talents, and the result is a mix of vintage classiness, hip style, and a love of fun (which beams out of their music videos). Blending influences from the blues, bluegrass, traditional earthy spirituals, and jazz into a unique, distinctly America-bred musical style, their story in and of itself is that of a bond between various personalities. (read more)
Society 1 has announced that they have recruited Erik Kluiber (ex-Gypsyhawk, ex-White Wizzard, etc.) as their new guitar player and he will be joining them on next year's "Rise Of The Machines" tour next year with Static-X, Fear Factory, and Dope.
The band is currently in Skylit Studios with Erik working on new material. He had this to say about joining the group, "I've known about the insane shock rock of Society 1 for decades. (read more)
Ivory Blue has shared a music video for her forthcoming single, "Starlit Love Child". The song will be released digitally this Friday, October 28th, and comes from the Kansas City, MO star's forthcoming album.
She said of the video, "I just want people to leave the video with an understanding of the forces that govern our lives. I wanted the idea to come across that the character uses magic and similar divining methods to find answers in their own personal way. The song has vibes that coincide with the Halloween season." (read more)
German rockers Venues have released a music video for their brand new single "Cravings", which if the follow-up to their previous track "Reflections".
Vocalist Lela had this to say about the new song, "'Cravings' was written about breaking free from addiction. It doesn't matter whether it's about drugs, material things, or people. (read more)
Greg Curvey's (The Luck of Eden Hall) latest project Custard Flux recently released his new album, Phosphorus, and to celebrate we asked him to tell us about the song "The Gardener" featuring Mars Williams (The Psychedelic Furs, Liquid Soul). Here is the story:
For me, the hardest part of the songwriting process is coming up with lyrics that I can live with and are worth singing. That wasn't the case with "The Gardener" from the new Custard Flux album Phosphorus. (continue)