SONS OF APOLLO is an American progressive metal supergroup formed in 2017 and composed of former DREAM THEATER members Mike Portnoy and Derek Sherinian alongside Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal (ex-GUNS N' ROSES), Billy Sheehan (THE WINERY DOGS, MR. BIG, DAVID LEE ROTH) and Jeff Scott Soto (ex-JOURNEY, YNGWIE MALMSTEEN'S RISING FORCE).
The album was produced by the dynamic production duo of Portnoy and Sherinian, also affectionately known as "The Del Fuvio Brothers," which is the nickname given to them over twenty years ago during their time together in DREAM THEATER.
"Coming Home" is the new video, see below. The song is taken from SONS OF APOLLO's debut album, "Psychotic Symphony", which will be released on October 20 via InsideOut Music.
SONS OF APOLLO will hit the road in 2018 for their first worldwide tour.
SONS OF APOLLO explains "Apollo" was the God of music, and we are his mighty offspring!"
Today's tune "Coming Home" is taken from the upcoming album "Psychotic Symphony".
The call went out. Time for a new MR. BIG album. They convened in a Los Angeles studio and in a matter of six days, the boundless result of all that musical talent is "Defying Gravity", with the release of their ninth original studio album (Release Date: 07-07-2017) and start of a new worldwide tour.
Original members Eric Martin (lead vocals), Paul Gilbert (guitars), Billy Sheehan (bass) and Pat Torpey (drums) reunited with producer Kevin Elson (who was behind the boards for the band’s 1989 self-titled debut, 1991’s "Lean Into It" and 1993’s "Bump Ahead") for an intensive six-day recording session in Los Angeles. While Torpey was unable to perform some of the songs on "Defying Gravity" due to a recent diagnosis of Parkinson's disease, Matt Starr has been filling in for him on a majority of the album. Starr also been touring with the band for the past couple of years, with Torpey able to play a couple of songs at each stop.
“It was great to get back in the studio with our original producer, Kevin Elson,” says guitarist Paul Gilbert. “Kevin recorded all of our original classic albums from the ‘80s and ‘90s, and we immediately felt that magic chemistry with him on "Defying Gravity". We basically played live in the studio. Over the years, we’ve all had a chance to experiment with every recording technique possible, but it’s still always the best just to play together as a band. Most of my guitar solos were tracked live with the band. I’ve worked hard on my improvisation in the last few years, and it really paid off on this record… both melodically, and on the face-melting stuff.”
"Defying Gravity" is the follow-up to 2014’s "The Stories We Could Tell".
MR. BIG is gearing up for the launch their worldwide tour, check below for all the dates.
“2017 is filling up quickly with tour dates all around the world,” proclaims Gilbert. “I can’t wait to play the new songs, and of course our favorites from the old days like ‘Daddy, Brother, Lover, Little Boy’ ‘Just Take My Heart,’ ‘Green Tinted Sixties Mind,’ ‘Wild World,’ and ‘To Be With You.’”
Today's tune "Everybody Needs a Little Trouble" is taken from the upcoming album "Defying Gravity".
Upcoming Tour Dates:
Jun 06 Jergel's Rhythm Grille Warrendale, PA
Jun 07 The Newton Theatre Newton, NJ
Jun 09 The Wolf Den @ Mohegan Sun Uncasville, CT
Jun 10 B.B. King Blues Club & Grill New York, NY
Jun 12 The Basement East Nashville, TN
Jun 14 Manchester Music Hll Lexington, KY
Jun 16 Gas Monkey Live! Dallas, TX
Jun 17 Scout Bar Houston, TX
Jun 19 Knuckleheads Saloon Kansas City, MO
Jun 22 Marquee Theatre Tempe, AZ
Jun 23 Canyon Club Agoura Hills, CA
Jun 24 The Rose Pasadena, CA
Aug 17 Porão do Alemão Manaus, Brazil
Aug 19 Tom Brasil Sao Paulo, Brazil
Aug 20 Music Hall Belo Horizonte, Brazil
Aug 22 Opiniao Porto Alegre, Brazil
Aug 24 Montevideo Music Box Montevideo, Uruguay
Aug 26 Multiespacio La Cupula Santiago, Chile
Aug 27 El Teatro Buenos Aires, Argentina
Aug 29 Centro de Convenciones Festiva Lima, Peru
Aug 31 Escuela de Musica Fernando Bogotá, Colombia
Sep 02 Sala Corona Cuauhtémoc, Mexico
Guitar virtuoso Gus G., well known in the Metal and Rock universe for his outstanding work as member of Ozzy Osbourne’s band and as leader of his own group Firewind, has announced to be releasing his first, long overdue solo album solo album “I Am The Fire” on March 17th, 2014 in Europe and March 18th, 2014 in North America via longtime international partners Century Media Records.
A first taste of the album has been made available now via the video launch for the opening track of the record, “My Will Be Done (Feat. Mats Levén)”. The video clip is produced by Patric Ullaeus (Within Temptation, In Flames, Lacuna Coil, Europe, etc.)
The “I Am The Fire” album sees Gus G. handling guitar, bass and keyboard duties and showcases a long list of highly skilled instrumentalist peers as well as several remarkable vocalists joining Gus to stress the versatile stylistic approach of the 12 featured songs . The roster of friends and guests that help bring Gus G.’s vision to fruition include drummers Jeff Friedl (A Perfect Circle, Puscifer, Devo) and Daniel Erlandsson (Arch Enemy), bassists David Ellefson (Megadeth), Billy Sheehan (Mr. Big, David Lee Roth) and Marty O’Brien (Tommy Lee, We Are The Fallen) as well as Mats Levén (Candlemass, ex. Yngwie Malmsteen/Therion), Blake Allison (Devour The Day), Michael Starr (Steel Panther). Alexia Rodriguez (Eyes Set To Kill), Tom S. Englund (Evergrey), Jacob Bunton (Adler) and Jeff Scott Soto (TSO, ex Journey) as guest vocalists.
“I Am The Fire” was mixed by Jay Ruston (Anthrax, Stone Sour, Steel Panther, etc.) and was partly recorded in Los Angeles and partly in Gus’ home country of Greece during the past months. The album showcases a well-balanced and inspiring mixture of precise song writing, driven contemporary active rock songs, a classic Hard Rock vibe, pounding Metal cuts as well as breathtaking instrumentals. The album takes you on a diverse journey and opens the door to Gus G.’s soulful guitar playing. An exciting cast of talented guest musicians and great vocalists are also appearing on the album.
Todays tune "My Will Be Done", is the upcoming album’s first commercial video.
Sorry no spotify on this one yet, will update on release.