DATE: SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

FROM: MITCH SCHNEIDER/ANDREA FAULK, SRO PR

STAR-STUDDED NIGHT IN HOLLYWOOD FOR VIP OPENING OF
“A MOMENT IN TIME” PHOTOGRAPHY/ART EXHIBITION
FEATURING THE PAINTINGS OF BILLY MORRISON BASED ON IMAGES PHOTOGRAPHED BY MARK WEISS
EVENT PRESENTED BY X5 PODCAST AND MOTOR CARS LA

SURPRISE GUEST BILLY IDOL
PERFORMS HIS CLASSIC “REBEL YELL”
WATCH IDOL’S PERFORMANCE WITH BILLY MORRISON HERE

Billy Idol, Corey Feldman, Gilby Clarke, Steve-O, Tommy Thayer (KISS), and Kevin Martin (Candlebox) were among the 300 guests who packed Motor Cars LA Showroom in Hollywood, CA on September 19 for the VIP opening of the “A Moment In Time” photography/art exhibition in Hollywood, CA. Recording artist and contemporary fine artist BILLY MORRISON and world-renowned photographer MARK “WEISSGUY” WEISS came together for one weekend only—September 19, 20, and 21—to showcase a series of unique paintings by Morrison, based on the iconic images photographed by Weiss of such artists as Ozzy Osbourne, Tom Petty, Billy Idol, Joan Jett, Lemmy Kilmister of Motorhead, Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley of KISS, and more. The event was presented by X5 Podcast and Motor Cars LA. Watch the livestream of the event HERE, view a performance by Billy Idol and Billy Morrison HERE, and see the photos by Jane Stuart below.

At this red-carpet event, Rock N Roll and Fine Art collided with multi-million-dollar supercars in the entertainment capital of the world. The night was highlighted by a performance from singer, songwriter and guitarist Morrison, who was joined by Idol on a fiery version on his signature smash “Rebel Yell” (Morrison is the second guitarist in Idol’s band along with Steve Stevens). Morrison and musicians Jacob Bunton (guitar, vocals), Brett Scallions (bass, vocals), Erik Eldenius (drums), and Paul Trudeau (keyboards) also performed red-hot covers of “I Fought The Law” (Bobby Fuller Four, The Clash), “Basket Case” (Green Day), “Knockin’ On Heaven’s Door” (Bob Dylan, Guns N’ Roses), and “Surrender” (Cheap Trick). Former Guns N’ Roses member Gilby Clarke also played guitar and sang on “Dead Flowers” by The Rolling Stones.

Throughout the sprawling Motor Cars LA Showroom were 12 unique canvas pieces from Morrison, and high-end editions of the same photographs from Weiss, with a special 13th painting and prints going to support mental health, suicide prevention and trauma counseling through the Above Ground charity spearheaded by Morrison and Dave Navarro, Jane’s Addiction’s guitarist.

Here’s a list of all the fun people who were there:

Billy Idol
Billy Morrison
Brett Scllions
Brit Lightning (Vixen)
Charlie Reece
Corey Feldman
Doc McGhee
Efron Ramirez (actor from “Napoleon Dynamite”)
Erik Eldenius (Idol drummer)
Evan Stanley
Fred Coury (Cinderella)
Gilby Clarke
Jacob Bunton
Kerri Kasem
Kevin Martin (Candlebox)
Lorraine Lewis (Femme Fatale)
Mark Weiss
Michael Starr (Steel Panther)
Patrick Alan Stone (Budderside)
Paul Trudeau (Idol keyboardist)
Souleye (DJ)
Steve-O
Tommy London
Tommy Thayer (KISS)
Trev Lukather

Here are previous press releases about “A Moment In Time”:

Launch Announcement:
https://sropr.com/press-releases/billy-morrison-x-mark-weiss-a-collection-of-art-and-photography-a-moment-in-time-event-in-la/

Mark Weiss Q&A:
https://sropr.com/a-moment-in-time/mark-weiss-talks-about-his-classic-photos-of-ozzy-osbourne-lemmy-kilmister-and-joan-jett/

BILLY MORRISON

He has developed successful careers in multiple genres, as a rock guitarist (with Billy Idol for the past 15 years), a solo recording artist, and as a contemporary fine artist. Self-study and experimentation are the essence of Morrison’s process, working with oil paints and spray in a Warhol-esque aesthetic. Morrison’s iconic style mimics the effects of multilayered screen printing through a street art approach with the use of stencils.

MARK “WEISSGUY” WEISS

He is a world-renowned photographer who has traveled the globe photographing legends from Van Halen, Ozzy Osbourne, Aerosmith, and Mötley Crüe to Metallica, Guns N’ Roses, Bon Jovi, and KISS. Weiss’ inimitable photographs helped craft the visual imagery of rock and metal in the 1980s.

CHARLIE REECE / X5 PODCAST

Charlie Reece, the multifaceted businessman, musician, and founder of the X5 Podcast, has been making waves from his professional studio in Alabama. Known for his deep love of rock ‘n’ roll, Charlie is not just a podcast host but also a rock/country artist with an upcoming album. The X5 Podcast, which airs weekly, has been featured by Rolling Stone, Entertainment Weekly, Entertainment Tonight, NME, Loudwire, and Guitar.com, and is a lighthearted and culturally relevant mix of comedy and conversation with rock stars, personalities and comedians. As a collector of Billy Morrison’s art, Reece’s admiration for his work led to the birth of this anticipated collaboration show with iconic 80’s photographer, Mark Weiss.

MOTOR CARS LA SHOWROOM

Motor Cars LA was created in 2020 and is operated by Stuart McIntosh, with the aim of sourcing the finest examples of rare and hard-to-find exotic and classic vehicles whilst providing our clients with the highest levels of service, professionalism and automotive knowledge. Since December 2022, Motor Cars LA has been located in the heart of Los Angeles at 953 N Sycamore Avenue, (the nearest large intersection is Santa Monica Boulevard and La Brea Avenue) and provides over 8,000sq/ft of modern display space for all of our available vehicles.

ABOVE GROUND:

Founded in 2018, by Dave Navarro, Billy Morrison and manager Rick Canny, Above Ground is a registered 501(c)(3) corporation dedicated to raising funds for and awareness of the issues of mental health.

Credit for all photos: Jane Stuart

L-R: Billy Idol and Billy Morrison

L-R: Mark Weiss and rock manager Doc McGhee

L-R: Billy Morrison and Corey Feldman

L-R: Steve-O and Charlie Reece

L-R: Billy Idol and Billy Morrison

L-R: Billy Morrison and Mark Weiss

L-R: Billy Morrison, Tommy Thayer, and Mark Weiss

For more information, please contact SRO PR:

Mitch Schneider // mschneider@sropr.com
Andrea Faulk // afaulk@sropr.com

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DATE: SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

FROM: MITCH SCHNEIDER/ANDREA FAULK, SRO PR

BILLY MORRISON, COREY TAYLOR AND STEVE VAI
JOIN FORCES FOR “INCITE THE WATCH” TRACK AND VIDEO
THE CUTTING-EDGE ANIMATED VIDEO IS OUT NOW
WATCH IT HERE

THE TRACK IS FROM BILLY MORRISON’S SOLO ALBUM
‘THE MORRISON PROJECT’
VIA TLG | ZOID | VIRGIN MUSIC GROUP

The dark, post-apocalyptic cover image for “Incite The Watch” was shot by photographer Jane Stuart.

BILLY MORRISON, COREY TAYLOR, and STEVE VAI have joined forces on “Incite The Watch,” the new single and cutting-edge animated video from Billy’s recently released solo album THE MORRISON PROJECT via TLG | ZOID | Virgin Music Group. Today (September 10), a striking video for the song has been released. It depicts “flying superhero rockstars fighting against the corporate hordes and freeing music, creativity, and the enslaved masses!!” explains Billy. Watch the video—directed by Brett Boggs, whose credits include numerous Disney movies—HERE and see the quotes below from all three artists. It premiered yesterday via Revolver.

“Incite The Watch” is an intense, ominous rock track fueled by Taylor’s gripping vocals and Vai‘s massive, virtuosic guitar solo. It was written by Billy, Erik Eldenius, Jeordie White, and Taylor. The release of the single follows Billy’s seismic #1 Active Rock Song and smash video “Crack Cocaine” featuring OZZY OSBOURNE and STEVE STEVENS and co-written by the three artists.

The “Incite The Watch” video was produced utilizing a revolutionary combination of artist- created character animation with a state-of-the-art application called CineTech to create AI-generated backgrounds and visual effects. This concept led to the advent of distinct, art-directed imagery on a tighter deadline. By utilizing human creativity with concept driven CineTech imagery, the video has a unique look that matches the brilliance of the music and allows the listener to visually join the story.

Here are quotes from Morrison, Taylor, and Steve Vai about “Incite The Watch”:

“Billy and I have known each other for so many years and we’ve done many performances together, it was only a matter of time before we put together something original and fascinating. Alternatively, I’ve been a Steve Vai fan since I was 15, and never thought I’d ever get the chance to do something amazing with him. Enter the great Billy Morrison who got both Steve and I on INCITE THE WATCH! I’m so stoked to be a part of this album with so many great artists and I can’t wait to see what happens next.”
—Corey Taylor

“Billy Morrison is always getting into some kind of intense and creative musical mischief, and this record is the evidence of that. When he sent me the track “INCITE” I was very eager to contribute to it. It is slamming and crushing, and the energy of the track is palpable. It’s nice to be part of his mischief.”
—Steve Vai

“The combination of Corey Taylor and Steve Vai on a Billy Morrison song is insanely exciting for me! This track started life as a piano riff from Erik Eldenius and once we had Corey’s fantastic vocal on the song, there was only one man we wanted to tackle the three key change extra long solo section—and luckily Steve said yes!”

“Incite really feels like an opus—a journey. It twists and turns, hits some unexpected changes and sections and resolves into modern rock heaviness and I am extremely proud that the end result appears on The Morrison Project.”
—Billy Morrison

Still from “Incite The Watch” animated music video
L-R: images of Taylor, Morrison, and Vai

THE MORRISON PROJECT was released this past April, marking BILLY’s third solo album and first since 2015. The British guitarist, singer, and songwriter—primarily known as Billy Idol’s rhythm guitar player for the past 15 years alongside lead guitarist Steve Stevens—has assembled an electrifying 12 songs with guest performances by Ozzy Osbourne, Billy Idol, Corey Taylor, DMC, Al Jourgensen, Steve Vai, Steve Stevens, Linda Perry, Tommy Clufetos, John5, and more. The album was produced by BILLY, mixed by Barry Pointer, and mastered by Dave Donnelly. All the songs on the album—recorded in Los Angeles at various studios—were written by BILLY in collaboration with his guests. Read the album announcement HERE.

THE MORRISON PROJECT features 12 original tracks:

DROWNING
(Written by Billy Morrison/Erik Eldenius/Jeordie White)

CRACK COCAINE
(Featuring Ozzy Osbourne and Steve Stevens with Tommy Clufetos on Drums)
(Written by Billy Morrison/ Ozzy Osbourne/Steve Stevens)

ITS COME TO THIS
(Written by Billy Morrison/Erik Eldenius)

THE AYES HAVE IT
(Featuring Al Jourgensen and John5 with Roy Mayorga on Drums)
(Written by Billy Morrison)

DYSTOPIA
(Written by Billy Morrison/Erik Eldenius/Jeordie White)

INCITE THE WATCH
(Featuring Corey Taylor and Steve Vai) (Written by Billy Morrison, Erik Eldenius, Jeordie White, Corey Taylor)

PUPPETS ON A STRING
(Written by Billy Morrison/Erik Eldenius/Jeordie White)

JUST LIKE A MOVIE
(Featuring D.M.C. and Persia Numan with Erik Eldenius on Drums)
(Written by Billy Morrison/Erik Eldenius/Jeordie White/ Darryl McDaniels/Persia Numan)

THE SOUND OF FREEDOM
(Written by Billy Morrison, Erik Eldenius, Jeordie White)

MR. DREAM
(Featuring Billy Idol and Steve Stevens)
(Written by Billy Morrison, Erik Eldenius, Jeordie White, Steve Stevens, Billy Idol)

WE ARE THE DEAD
(Written by Billy Morrison, Erik Eldenius, Jeordie White)

CHASING SHADOWS
(Featuring Linda Perry)
(Written by Billy Morrison)

https://www.instagram.com/billymorrisonofficial/
https://www.facebook.com/BillyMorrison/
https://twitter.com/billymorrison

SRO Press Releases + Assets For Billy Morrison
https://sropr.com/portfolio/billy-morrison/

About TLG | ZOID | Virgin Music Group:

TLG | ZOID is the brainchild of industry veterans Dennis Sanders and Peter Tsiolis. This brand-new hard rock/metal label was formed in 2023 and is distributed by Virgin Music Group. In July 2023, the label notably scored the #1 Active Rock Song in America with Billy Morrison’s seismic collaboration “Crack Cocaine” featuring Ozzy Osbourne and Steve Stevens and co-written by all three artists. The track is the second single from Billy’s third solo album The Morrison Project, which marks the first album released (April 19) under the new label. The “Crack Cocaine” music video starring Billy, Ozzy, and Steve, along with Paris Jackson, already has 3 million-plus views. TLG | ZOID is committed to fostering authentic musical expression across diverse genres: upcoming releases from TLG | ZOID include more projects from The Morrison Project, Smile Empty Soul, Gene Loves Jezebel, Stripping the Pistol, Aftermath, Radiobot, World Fire Brigade, Disciples Of Verity, and Empiires. TLG | ZOID has entered into a strategic alliance with dCommunity, signaling a progressive approach to the evolving music industry landscape and positioning TLG | ZOID as a frontrunner in integrating artist-centric initiatives and fan engagement within the metaverse and blockchain technology.

For press inquiries regarding BILLY MORRISON, contact:

SRO PR:
Mitch Schneider // mschneider@sropr.com
Andrea Faulk // afaulk@sropr.com

DATE: AUGUST 28, 2024

FROM: MITCH SCHNEIDER/ANDREA FAULK, SRO PR

BILLY MORRISON AND LINDA PERRY
TEAM FOR THE SINGLE AND VIDEO
“CHASING SHADOWS FEAT. LINDA PERRY”
REFLECTING THE MUSICAL DIVERSITY OF HIS SOLO ALBUM
‘THE MORRISON PROJECT’
VIA TLG | ZOID | VIRGIN MUSIC GROUP

THE VIDEO “CHASING SHADOWS FEAT. LINDA PERRY”
IS OUT TODAY, AUGUST 28
WATCH IT HERE

“Chasing Shadows” Cover Art – Photography by Jane Stuart

Coming off his seismic #1 Active Rock Song “Crack Cocaine”—featuring OZZY OSBOURNE and STEVE STEVENS and co-written by all three artists—BILLY MORRISON has teamed with LINDA PERRY for the single and video ”Chasing Shadows feat. Linda Perry.” The Rage-directed video has premiered today (August 28), Watch it HERE and listen to the track HERE.

The MORRISON-penned “Chasing Shadows” is featured on his recently released solo album THE MORRISON PROJECT via TLG | ZOID | Virgin Music Group. The song reflects the album’s musical diversity and is being serviced to Americana/AAA. It is a big piano-anchored pop and rock ballad about a fractured romance, with moving, subtly poignant vocals by PERRY.

“Usually when someone sends me a song, there’s a lot of changes that are made on my part—melodies, lyrics, arrangements, etc,” says PERRY. “However, when Billy Morrison asked me to sing ‘Chasing Shadows,’ he told me to ‘do whatever I wanted to make it better,’ and to me, there simply wasn’t anything that needed changing. I really loved the demo he sang originally and that’s a sign of a solid song. Billy Morrison is an authentic rock star, in very un-authentic times. I am grateful to play a small part in his world.”

“I’d written a ballad, primarily on keyboards and acoustic guitar, and I had what I hoped was a decent lyric and melody to go with it,” explains MORRISON. “Linda and I go back quite a long way, and I think she has one of the most incredibly powerful and unique voices I’ve ever heard. So, despite knowing that she rarely sings on things like this, I threw a guide vocal down and sent her the song. To my amazement, not only did she agree to sing the song for my record, but she also didn’t feel the need to change anything at all! As a songwriter, to hear this from someone as respected and accomplished as Linda Perry made me feel incredibly honored. Her performance on this track is sublime and emotional and I’m proud to be releasing the song and video to the world.”

THE MORRISON PROJECT was released this past April, marking BILLY’s third solo album and first since 2015. The British guitarist, singer, and songwriter—primarily known as Billy Idol’s rhythm guitar player for the past 15 years alongside lead guitarist Steve Stevens—has assembled an electrifying 12 songs with guest performances by Ozzy Osbourne, Billy Idol, Corey Taylor, DMC, Al Jourgensen, Steve Vai, Steve Stevens, Linda Perry, Tommy Clufetos, John5, and more. The album was produced by BILLY, mixed by Barry Pointer, and mastered by Dave Donnelly. All the songs on the album—recorded in Los Angeles at various studios—were written by BILLY in collaboration with his guests. Read the album announcement HERE.

THE MORRISON PROJECT features 12 original tracks:

DROWNING
(Written by Billy Morrison/Erik Eldenius/Jeordie White)

CRACK COCAINE
(Featuring Ozzy Osbourne and Steve Stevens with Tommy Clufetos on Drums)
(Written by Billy Morrison/ Ozzy Osbourne/Steve Stevens)

ITS COME TO THIS
(Written by Billy Morrison/Erik Eldenius)

THE AYES HAVE IT
(Featuring Al Jourgensen and John5 with Roy Mayorga on Drums)
(Written by Billy Morrison)

DYSTOPIA
(Written by Billy Morrison/Erik Eldenius/Jeordie White)

INCITE THE WATCH
(Featuring Corey Taylor and Steve Vai) (Written by Billy Morrison, Erik Eldenius, Jeordie White, Corey Taylor)

PUPPETS ON A STRING
(Written by Billy Morrison/Erik Eldenius/Jeordie White)

JUST LIKE A MOVIE
(Featuring D.M.C. and Persia Numan with Erik Eldenius on Drums)
(Written by Billy Morrison/Erik Eldenius/Jeordie White/ Darryl McDaniels/Persia Numan)

THE SOUND OF FREEDOM
(Written by Billy Morrison, Erik Eldenius, Jeordie White)

MR. DREAM
(Featuring Billy Idol and Steve Stevens)
(Written by Billy Morrison, Erik Eldenius, Jeordie White, Steve Stevens, Billy Idol)

WE ARE THE DEAD
(Written by Billy Morrison, Erik Eldenius, Jeordie White)

CHASING SHADOWS
(Featuring Linda Perry)
(Written by Billy Morrison)

https://www.instagram.com/billymorrisonofficial/
https://www.facebook.com/BillyMorrison/
https://twitter.com/billymorrison

SRO Press Releases + Assets For Billy Morrison
https://sropr.com/portfolio/billy-morrison/

About TLG | ZOID | Virgin Music Group:

TLG | ZOID is the brainchild of industry veterans Dennis Sanders and Peter Tsiolis. This brand-new hard rock/metal label was formed in 2023 and is distributed by Virgin Music Group. In July 2023, the label notably scored the #1 Active Rock Song in America with Billy Morrison’s seismic collaboration “Crack Cocaine” featuring Ozzy Osbourne and Steve Stevens and co-written by all three artists. The track is the second single from Billy’s third solo album The Morrison Project, which marks the first album released (April 19) under the new label. The “Crack Cocaine” music video starring Billy, Ozzy, and Steve, along with Paris Jackson, already has 3 million-plus views. TLG | ZOID is committed to fostering authentic musical expression across diverse genres: upcoming releases from TLG | ZOID include more projects from The Morrison Project, Smile Empty Soul, Gene Loves Jezebel, Stripping the Pistol, Aftermath, Radiobot, World Fire Brigade, Disciples Of Verity, and Empiires. TLG | ZOID has entered into a strategic alliance with dCommunity, signaling a progressive approach to the evolving music industry landscape and positioning TLG | ZOID as a frontrunner in integrating artist-centric initiatives and fan engagement within the metaverse and blockchain technology.

For press inquiries regarding BILLY MORRISON, contact:

SRO PR:
Mitch Schneider // mschneider@sropr.com
Andrea Faulk // afaulk@sropr.com

DATE: JULY 23, 2024

FROM: MITCH SCHNEIDER/ANDREA FAULK, SRO PR

X5 PODCAST AND MOTOR CARS LA PRESENT
“A MOMENT IN TIME”
BILLY MORRISON X MARK WEISS:
A COLLECTION OF ART AND PHOTOGRAPHY
BASED ON THE IMAGES OF MARK WEISS

PUBLIC OPENING AT MOTOR CARS LOS ANGELES SHOWROOM
SET FOR SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 21,
TO BE PRECEDED BY VIP PREVIEW
ON SEPTEMBER 19 AND SEPTEMBER 20

L-R: Mark Weiss and Billy Morrison
Photo Credit: Michal Pellicone

Recording artist and contemporary fine artist BILLY MORRISON and world-renowned photographer MARK “WEISSGUY” WEISS will come together for one weekend only—September 19, 20, and 21 at the iconic Motor Cars LA Showroom in Hollywood, CA—to showcase a series of paintings by Morrison, based on the images photographed by Weiss. Billed as “A Moment In Time,” the event is presented by X5 Podcast and Motor Cars LA. See a few images below.

There are 12 unique canvas pieces from Morrison, and high-end editions of the same photographs from Weiss, with a special 13th painting and prints going to support mental health, suicide prevention and trauma counseling through the Above Ground charity spearheaded by Morrison and Dave Navarro, Jane’s Addiction’s guitarist.

The public viewing is set for September 21, to be preceded by the VIP Preview on September 19, and September 20 which will feature a Q+A from both artists. There will be a live stream at Thursday’s red carpet event from the X5 Podcast team.  At this event, Rock N Roll and Fine Art collide with multi-million-dollar supercars in the entertainment capital of the world. See the event details—and read an illuminating Q&A with Morrison and Weiss—below.

BILLY MORRISON has developed successful careers in multiple genres, as a rock guitarist (with Billy Idol for the past 15 years), a solo recording artist, and as a contemporary fine artist. Self-study and experimentation are the essence of Morrison’s process, working with oil paints and spray in a Warhol-esque aesthetic. Morrison’s iconic style mimics the effects of multilayered screen printing through a street art approach with the use of stencils.

MARK “WEISSGUY” WEISS is a world-renowned photographer who has traveled the globe photographing legends from Van Halen, Ozzy Osbourne, Aerosmith, and Mötley Crüe to Metallica, Guns N’ Roses, Bon Jovi, and KISS. Weiss’ inimitable photographs helped craft the visual imagery of rock and metal in the 1980s.

Thursday, September 19, 6pm–9pm:
Party, red carpet, Q&A with both Morrison and Weiss, and acoustic performance by Billy Morrison & special guests.

Friday, September 20, 7pm-10pm:
VIP viewing, This Friday night event will feature a Q+A with both Morrison and Weiss.

Saturday, September 21, 11am-5pm:
Open Viewing

Motor Cars Los Angeles Showroom
953 N. Sycamore Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90038

Q&A with Billy Morrison and Mark “Weissguy” Weiss

What inspired this collaboration of photography and art?

BILLY: As a fine art painter, there are certain rules about using images from photographers and in fact, some extremely interesting and high-profile court cases surrounding certain images. So when the opportunity was suggested to both of us by Charlie Reece (X5 Podcast) that Mark and I could close that gap between photographer and artist by doing a collaborative show, we both jumped at the chance.

MARK: When Charlie presented this opportunity to collaborate with Billy on creating new life for 12 of my classic photographs, I was ecstatic. Billy is bringing an added dimension and new appreciation to a dozen of my favorites. I spent the eighties hopping from one tour bus to another, shooting press photos and creating album covers, having a blast. Whenever I photographed a band in the ‘80s, it was like gaining a bunch of new friends. 40 years later, it feels good to get that feeling again with Billy.”

Billy—maybe you can isolate a few of the paintings and tell us your thoughts about them?

BILLY: Obviously painting my boss, Billy Idol, is quite intimidating! You don’t want to get that wrong! But Mark’s photograph of Billy during the Rebel Yell days is so iconic and so widely used, I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to paint it. Tom Petty is another painting that was quite intimidating to paint, as we shared management and there are a bunch of ties between the Idol camp and the Petty camp. Finally, the Ozzy Osbourne painting obviously felt strange to do, considering my multi-decade friendship with the man, but I chose a very different and endearing shot that Mark took, Sharon has seen the finished painting and approved, and you will have to come to the show to see it!

Mark—perhaps you can give us some words about the final results of the collaboration…that is, seeing your photographs painted?

MARK: When deciding which images he would work on, we both seemed to gravitate towards the same ones. Billy’s close friendship with the Prince of Darkness makes this extra special, as Ozzy and Sharon had taken me around the world and welcomed me into their family when I was starting my career. I am looking forward to the gallery event when I, too, will see the paintings for the first time!

Your collaboration has cultural relevance, noting that photographer Lynn Goldsmith recently won her lawsuit against the Andy Warhol Estate.  So it’s terrific to know that there is a collaboration in this scenario between the photographer and the painter.  Can you share your thoughts about this?

BILLY: I completely understand that a photographer owns the copyright to that image, but I believe there are many ways that the subject of that image, as well as artists like myself, can collaborate and create more effectively with the photographer. Iconic images will always be a subject of creativity, and I believe that by teaming up with Mark, we are showing what can be achieved with co-operation, creative dialogue and a desire to share those images in different ways with the world.

BILLY MORRISON:
https://www.instagram.com/billymorrisonofficial/
https://www.facebook.com/BillyMorrison/
https://twitter.com/billymorrison
https://billymorrisonart.com/

MARK “WEISSGUY” WEISS
https://www.instagram.com/markweissguy
https://www.facebook.com/MarkWeissPhotography
https://thedecadethatrocked.com/

CHARLIE REECE / X5 PODCAST

Charlie Reece, the multifaceted businessman, musician, and founder of the X5 Podcast, has been making waves from his professional studio in Alabama. Known for his deep love of rock ‘n’ roll, Charlie is not just a podcast host but also a rock/country artist with an upcoming album. The X5 Podcast, which airs weekly, has been featured by Rolling Stone, Entertainment Weekly, Entertainment Tonight, NME, Loudwire, and Guitar.com, and is a lighthearted and culturally relevant mix of comedy and conversation with rock stars, personalities and comedians. As a collector of Billy Morrison’s art, Reece’s admiration for his work led to the birth of this anticipated collaboration show with iconic 80’s photographer, Mark Weiss.

MOTOR CARS LA SHOWROOM

Motor Cars LA was created in 2020 and is operated by Stuart McIntosh, with the aim of sourcing the finest examples of rare and hard-to-find exotic and classic vehicles whilst providing our clients with the highest levels of service, professionalism and automotive knowledge. Since December 2022, Motor Cars LA has been located in the heart of Los Angeles at 953 N Sycamore Avenue, (the nearest large intersection is Santa Monica Boulevard and La Brea Avenue) and provides over 8,000sq/ft of modern display space for all of our available vehicles.

ABOVE GROUND:

Founded in 2018, by Dave Navarro, Billy Morrison and manager Rick Canny, Above Ground is a registered 501(c)(3) corporation dedicated to raising funds for and awareness of the issues of mental health.

Here are a few images from the Morrison and Weiss “A Moment In Time” collaboration.

Keith Richards, photo by Mark Weiss (1981)

Keith Richards, painting by Billy Morrison (2024)

Tom Petty, photo by Mark Weiss (1985)

Tom Petty, painting by Billy Morrison (2024)

Billy Idol, photo by Mark Weiss (1984)

Billy Idol, painting by Billy Morrison (2024)

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DATE: JULY 2, 2024

FROM: MITCH SCHNEIDER/ANDREA FAULK, SRO PR

BILLY MORRISON’S “CRACK COCAINE”
COLLABORATION WITH
OZZY OSBOURNE AND STEVE STEVENS
IS NOW THE #1 ACTIVE ROCK SONG IN AMERICA
MARKS THE SECOND SINGLE/VIDEO
FROM MORRISON’S SOLO ALBUM
‘THE MORRISON PROJECT’
VIA TLG | ZOID | VIRGIN MUSIC GROUP
WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

Billy Morrison and Ozzy Osbourne are pictured on Sunset Blvd in front of a billboard for their #1 hit “Crack Cocaine”Photo credit: Jane Stuart @JaneStuartPhotos

BILLY MORRISON’s seismic collaboration “Crack Cocaine”—featuring OZZY OSBOURNE and STEVE STEVENS and co-written by all three artists—is now the #1 Active Rock Song in America. Having jumped into this position on the Mediabase chart, the track is the second single from BILLY’s third solo album THE MORRISON PROJECT via TLG | ZOID | Virgin Music Group (released April 19).

“I’m just hugely grateful to every person on ‘The Morrison Project’ team for pushing this track to the Active Rock Number One spot,” says an ecstatic MORRISON, the British guitarist, singer, and songwriter primarily known as Billy Idol’s rhythm guitar player for the past 15 years alongside lead guitarist Steve Stevens. “Both the song and the album have been so well-received—I couldn’t have asked for more. It’s a testament to passion and an honest love for making music as well as having a strong independent team. Thank you to my label, TLG | ZOID | Virgin Music Group, and every radio station and rock fan that played a part in this success.”

Says OZZY: “I’m overjoyed that ‘Crack Cocaine’ is number one at rock radio.  And, of course, I’m even happier for my friend Billy Morrison.”

“The power of great respect and friendship is truly on display with ‘Crack Cocaine,’” offers STEVE STEVENS. “To contribute to the legacy of Ozzy Osborne is mind-blowing. Thank you Billy Morrison for the phone call and steering the ship.”

In “Crack Cocaine,” OZZY sings, “I guess the way that your love makes me feel/Must mean I’m really addicted.” “Crack Cocaine” is the first new song with OZZY on vocals since the 2022 release of his worldwide smash album Patient Number 9 which earned him two Grammy Awards (“Best Rock Album,” “Best Metal Performance”).

MORRISON, OSBOURNE, and STEVENS all appear in the “Crack Cocaine” video, with PARIS JACKSON playing the glamorous/romantic interest. Directed by IVO RAZA and filmed at various Los Angeles locations, it also features cameos from visual artist RISK and actor JEFF HILLIARD. The video has now logged over 3.6 million views on YouTube. Watch it HERE, listen to the track (produced by MORRISON and STEVENS) HERE, and enjoy the album HERE.

For THE MORRISON PROJECT, BILLY has assembled an electrifying 12 songs with guest performances by Ozzy Osbourne, Billy Idol, DMC, Al Jourgensen, Steve Vai, Steve Stevens, Linda Perry, Tommy Clufetos, John5, and more. The album was produced by BILLY, mixed by Barry Pointer, and mastered by Dave Donnelly. All the songs on the album—recorded in Los Angeles at various studios—were written by BILLY in collaboration with his guests. Read the album announcement HERE.

THE MORRISON PROJECT features 12 original tracks:

DROWNING
(Written by Billy Morrison/Erik Eldenius/Jeordie White)

CRACK COCAINE
(Featuring Ozzy Osbourne and Steve Stevens with Tommy Clufetos on Drums)
(Written by Billy Morrison/ Ozzy Osbourne/Steve Stevens)

ITS COME TO THIS
(Written by Billy Morrison/Erik Eldenius)

THE AYES HAVE IT
(Featuring Al Jourgensen and John5 with Roy Mayorga on Drums)
(Written by Billy Morrison)

DYSTOPIA
(Written by Billy Morrison/Erik Eldenius/Jeordie White)

INCITE THE WATCH
(Featuring Corey Taylor and Steve Vai) (Written by Billy Morrison, Erik Eldenius, Jeordie White, Corey Taylor)

PUPPETS ON A STRING

(Written by Billy Morrison/Erik Eldenius/Jeordie White)

JUST LIKE A MOVIE
(Featuring D.M.C. and Persia Numan with Erik Eldenius on Drums)
(Written by Billy Morrison/Erik Eldenius/Jeordie White/ Darryl McDaniels/Persia Numan)

THE SOUND OF FREEDOM
(Written by Billy Morrison, Erik Eldenius, Jeordie White)

MR. DREAM
(Featuring Billy Idol and Steve Stevens)
(Written by Billy Morrison, Erik Eldenius, Jeordie White, Steve Stevens, Billy Idol)

WE ARE THE DEAD
(Written by Billy Morrison, Erik Eldenius, Jeordie White)

CHASING SHADOWS
(Featuring Linda Perry)
(Written by Billy Morrison)

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About TLG | ZOID | Virgin Music Group:

TLG | ZOID is the brainchild of industry veterans Dennis Sanders and Peter Tsiolis. This brand-new hard rock/metal label was formed in 2023 and is distributed by Virgin Music Group. In July 2023, the label notably scored the #1 Active Rock Song in America with Billy Morrison’s seismic collaboration “Crack Cocaine” featuring Ozzy Osbourne and Steve Stevens and co-written by all three artists. The track is the second single from Billy’s third solo album The Morrison Project, which marks the first album released (April 19) under the new label. The “Crack Cocaine” music video starring Billy, Ozzy, and Steve, along with Paris Jackson, already has 3 million-plus views. TLG | ZOID is committed to fostering authentic musical expression across diverse genres: upcoming releases from TLG | ZOID include more projects from The Morrison Project, Smile Empty Soul, Gene Loves Jezebel, Stripping the Pistol, Aftermath, Radiobot, World Fire Brigade, Disciples Of Verity, and Empiires. TLG | ZOID has entered into a strategic alliance with dCommunity, signaling a progressive approach to the evolving music industry landscape and positioning TLG | ZOID as a frontrunner in integrating artist-centric initiatives and fan engagement within the metaverse and blockchain technology.

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DATE: MAY 22, 2024

FROM: MITCH SCHNEIDER/ANDREA FAULK, SRO PR

BILLY MORRISON
ENLISTS ACTOR JOE MANGANIELLO
IN DESERT-SHOT CINEMATIC VIDEO FOR “IT’S COME TO THIS”

WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

MARKS THE THIRD SINGLE/VIDEO FROM HIS SOLO ALBUM
‘THE MORRISON PROJECT’
VIA TLG | ZOID | VIRGIN MUSIC GROUP

Billy Morrison
Photo credit: Jane Stuart @JaneStuartPhotos

BILLY MORRISON’s smash hit “Crack Cocaine”—featuring Ozzy Osbourne and Steve Stevens and co-written by all three artists—has vaulted this week into the nation’s top 10 rock Mediabase chart at #8. And there’s more firepower where that seismic collaboration comes from.

The British singer, songwriter, and guitarist has today (May 22) shared the cinematic video for “It’s Come To This.” It’s the latest single from his third solo album (and first since 2015) THE MORRISON PROJECT via TLG | ZOID | Virgin Music Group.

In the video, directed by Ivo Raza (who did the same honors for the “Crack Cocaine”), BILLY is joined by acclaimed actor Joe Manganiello whose character is a mysterious “collector of souls,” says BILLY. Watch the video, shot in the desert outside of the Lancaster/Palmdale area, HERE. It was premiered yesterday (May 21) by Revolver.

In the Q&A below, BILLY talks about the song’s origins (during the strange early days of the pandemic), the role of Joe Manganiello (“Joe just makes an imposing and scary figure on film”), and the use of a classic car (“the Shelby Mustang was loaned to me by Galpin Auto Sports”).

The rhythmically charging “It’s Come To This” was written by BILLY and Erik Eldenius and marks the third single/video from the album following “Drowning” and “Crack Cocaine.”

Primarily known as Billy Idol’s rhythm guitar player for the past 15 years alongside lead guitarist Steve Stevens, BILLY has assembled an electrifying 12 songs on THE MORRISON PROJECT with guest performances by Ozzy Osbourne, Billy Idol, DMC, Al Jourgensen, Steve Vai, Steve Stevens, Linda Perry, Tommy Clufetos, John5, and more.

The album was produced by BILLY, mixed by Barry Pointer, and mastered by Dave Donnelly. All the songs on the album—recorded in Los Angeles at various studios—were written by BILLY in collaboration with his guests. Read the album announcement HERE.

BILLY MORRISON Q&A:
“It’s Come To This” Single/Video

What was your inspiration for writing the song? Did it have something to do with your feelings about the world around you when the Covid pandemic hit? 

The pandemic was way longer than anyone expected. The political climate was volatile. There were huge financial issues being reported every day. I just found myself thinking “has it really come to this?” And fantasizing about getting in my car, leaving it all behind and heading out into the deep desert in search of a more fulfilling and perhaps spiritual answer for myself.

Can you tell us why the video was shot in the desert? 

Well, most of the reason we shot in the desert is outlined above! But also, I am a huge fan of road movies like Vanishing Point, and as we honed the concept in, and Galpin Ford gave me the Shelby Mustang to use, it seemed natural that we could achieve all the elements we were talking about if we took the whole thing out into the middle of nowhere!

Actor Joe Manganiello has a role in the video. Can you fill us in on why you asked him to appear and what you needed him to portray? 

So in the spirit of how this whole album came together, I wanted Joe to have an input into what was behind his character. I knew I wanted to interact with some weird, unknown origin desert dweller. He came up with the idea that he is a collector of souls. And that I was making a deal with him to deliver one particular soul in exchange for the return of mine! So that’s the box that I dig up before I had to his strange desert shack! Joe just makes an imposing and scary figure on film, so he was the first and only choice to make that cameo!

You’re seen in a classic car driving through the desert. Tell us about that experience and what you wanted to convey in those scenes. 

The Shelby Mustang was loaned to me by Galpin Auto Sports, with whom I have a wonderful relationship. Thanks to Dave Shuten and Beau Boeckmann, they sent the car out to our location, and I got to drive it all day, wheel spin it around the dirt, and generally get to live out my automobile fantasy!! I guess what I am conveying is the long drive into nowhere to escape the realities of that current global situation at the time.

L-R: Billy Morrison, Joe Manganiello on set of the “It’s Come To This” video.
Photo credit: Jane Stuart @JaneStuartPhotos

THE MORRISON PROJECT features 12 original tracks:

DROWNING
(Written by Billy Morrison/Erik Eldenius/Jeordie White)

CRACK COCAINE
(Featuring Ozzy Osbourne and Steve Stevens with Tommy Clufetos on Drums)
(Written by Billy Morrison/ Ozzy Osbourne/Steve Stevens)

ITS COME TO THIS
(Written by Billy Morrison/Erik Eldenius)

THE AYES HAVE IT
(Featuring Al Jourgensen and John5 with Roy Mayorga on Drums)
(Written by Billy Morrison)

DYSTOPIA
(Written by Billy Morrison/Erik Eldenius/Jeordie White)

INCITE THE WATCH
(Featuring Corey Taylor and Steve Vai) (Written by Billy Morrison, Erik Eldenius, Jeordie White, Corey Taylor)

PUPPETS ON A STRING
(Written by Billy Morrison/Erik Eldenius/Jeordie White)

JUST LIKE A MOVIE
(Featuring D.M.C. and Persia Numan with Erik Eldenius on Drums)
(Written by Billy Morrison/Erik Eldenius/Jeordie White/ Darryl McDaniels/Persia Numan)

THE SOUND OF FREEDOM
(Written by Billy Morrison, Erik Eldenius, Jeordie White)

MR. DREAM
(Featuring Billy Idol and Steve Stevens)
(Written by Billy Morrison, Erik Eldenius, Jeordie White, Steve Stevens, Billy Idol)

WE ARE THE DEAD
(Written by Billy Morrison, Erik Eldenius, Jeordie White)

CHASING SHADOWS
(Featuring Linda Perry)
(Written by Billy Morrison)

“It’s Come To This” Cover Art;
Photo credit: Jane Stuart @JaneStuartPhotos

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ABOUT The Label Group

The Label Group is a Virgin Music Group distributed label with a long history releasing both fan favorites and critically acclaimed artists. Through a strategic partnership with dCommunity, TLG embraces the future of an artist-centric and fan driven music community within the metaverse and the blockchain. “While the guest artists on Billy’s record are very impressive, it’s the songwriting that sold me,” says Dennis Sanders. We feel blessed here at TLG to have the opportunity to bring this music to the world.”

For press inquiries regarding BILLY MORRISON, contact:

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Mitch Schneider // mschneider@sropr.com
Andrea Faulk // afaulk@sropr.com

DATE: APRIL 17, 2024

FROM: MITCH SCHNEIDER/ANDREA FAULK, SRO PR

BILLY MORRISON
NEW SOLO ALBUM
‘THE MORRISON PROJECT,’
OUT THIS FRIDAY, APRIL 19
VIA THE LABEL GROUP’S PARTNERSHIP WITH
TLG|ZOID THROUGH VIRGIN MUSIC GROUP

DEBUTS “THE MORRISON PROJECT – TRACK BY TRACK ALBUM SPECIAL” TODAY, 4/17 AT 2PM ET / 5PM PT ON
SIRIUSXM/SIRIUSXM OZZY’S BONEYARD CHANNEL 38

MORRISON’S SEISMIC COLLABORATION
WITH OZZY OSBOURNE AND STEVE STEVENS
“CRACK COCAINE” QUICKLY ASCENDS THE RADIO CHARTS

ALL THREE ARTISTS APPEAR IN THE VIDEO
WHICH SPOTLIGHTS PARIS JACKSON

L-R: John5, Steve Stevens, Billy Morrison, and host Tommy London
Photo credit: Jane Stuart @JaneStuartPhotos

Ahead of the release of his third solo album THE MORRISON PROJECT this Friday (April 19), BILLY MORRISON today (April 17, at 2pm ET / 5pm PT) debuts THE MORRISON PROJECT – TRACK BY TRACK ALBUM SPECIAL on SiriusXM/SiriusXM Ozzy’s Boneyard Channel 38. Hear the stories behind the songs as MORRISON and his special guests OZZY OSBOURNE, STEVE STEVENS, and JOHN5 take listeners track-by-track through BILLY’s star-studded album in front of fans at SiriusXM L.A. Hosted by Tommy London, the special will be rebroadcast multiple times (4/18, 8am ET; 4/19, 3pm ET; 4/20, 9pm ET; 4/21, 8pm ET; and 4/22, 9am ET) or listen to it anytime in the SiriusXM App (search “Morrison Project”). Read about the event, which MXDWN covered, HERE. See below for photos from the taping.

Amid all this excitement, the album’s current single and video, “Crack Cocaine,” is quickly ascending the radio chart, moving up eight places to #20 on this week’s Billboard Mainstream Rock Songs chart. This seismic collaboration features OZZY OSBOURNE on lead vocals STEVE STEVENS on guitar and was co-written by MORRISON, OSBOURNE, and STEVENS who all appear in the video with PARIS JACKSON playing the glamorous/romantic interest, with cameos from visual artist RISK and actor JEFF HILLIARD. Watch the video HERE, listen to the track (produced by MORRISON and STEVENS) HERE, pre-save the album HERE, and read the press release about it HERE (insert hyperlink).

“Crack Cocaine” is the second single/video from THE MORRISON PROJECT and follows the single/video “Drowning.” Watch the video, which illustrates the soul-destroying effects of information overload, HERE and read the press release HERE.

For THE MORRISON PROJECT—his third solo album and first since 2015—he has assembled an electrifying 12 songs including guest performances by Ozzy Osbourne, Billy Idol, DMC, Al Jourgensen, Steve Vai, Steve Stevens, Linda Perry, Tommy Clufetos, John5, and more. See the track listing below.

THE MORRISON PROJECT was produced by Billy Morrison, mixed by Barry Pointer, and mastered by Dave Donnelly. All the songs on the album—recorded in Los Angeles at various studios—were written by Billy Morrison in collaboration with his guests. Read the album announcement HERE.

How did THE MORRISON PROJECT come together? “I truly believe that making music without any preconceptions or goals yields the most creative and enjoyable results. And that is exactly how this record came to life. Making music with Erik (Eldenius) and Jeordie (White) during Covid, and mixing different musical styles started my journey towards this collection of songs that ended up featuring a lot of my friends.”

THE MORRISON PROJECT features 12 original tracks:

DROWNING
(Written by Billy Morrison/Erik Eldenius/Jeordie White)

CRACK COCAINE
(Featuring Ozzy Osbourne and Steve Stevens with Tommy Clufetos on Drums)
(Written by Billy Morrison/ Ozzy Osbourne/Steve Stevens)

ITS COME TO THIS
(Written by Billy Morrison/Erik Eldenius)

THE AYES HAVE IT
(Featuring Al Jourgensen and John5 with Roy Mayorga on Drums)
(Written by Billy Morrison)

DYSTOPIA
(Written by Billy Morrison/Erik Eldenius/Jeordie White)

INCITE THE WATCH
(Featuring Corey Taylor and Steve Vai) (Written by Billy Morrison, Erik Eldenius, Jeordie White, Corey Taylor)

PUPPETS ON A STRING
(Written by Billy Morrison/Erik Eldenius/Jeordie White)

JUST LIKE A MOVIE
(Featuring D.M.C. and Persia Numan with Erik Eldenius on Drums)
(Written by Billy Morrison/Erik Eldenius/Jeordie White/ Darryl McDaniels/Persia Numan)

THE SOUND OF FREEDOM
(Written by Billy Morrison, Erik Eldenius, Jeordie White)

MR. DREAM
(Featuring Billy Idol and Steve Stevens)
(Written by Billy Morrison, Erik Eldenius, Jeordie White, Steve Stevens, Billy Idol)

WE ARE THE DEAD
(Written by Billy Morrison, Erik Eldenius, Jeordie White)

CHASING SHADOWS
(Featuring Linda Perry)
(Written by Billy Morrison)

Photos from the THE MORRISON PROJECT – TRACK BY TRACK ALBUM SPECIAL taping:

L-R: John5, Steve Stevens, and Billy Morrison; Photo credit for the taping: Jane Stuart @JaneStuartPhotos

L-R: Billy Idol, Steve Jones, Steve Stevens, Billy Morrison
Photo credit for the after-party: Jane Stuart @JaneStuartPhotos

L-R: Billy Morrison and host Tommy London
Photo credit for the taping: Jane Stuart @JaneStuartPhotos

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ABOUT The Label Group

The Label Group is a Virgin Music Group distributed label with a long history releasing both fan favorites and critically acclaimed artists. Through a strategic partnership with dCommunity, TLG embraces the future of an artist-centric and fan driven music community within the metaverse and the blockchain. “While the guest artists on Billy’s record are very impressive, it’s the songwriting that sold me,” says Dennis Sanders. We feel blessed here at TLG to have the opportunity to bring this music to the world.”

For press inquiries regarding BILLY MORRISON, contact:

SRO PR:

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DATE: MARCH 21, 2024

FROM: MITCH SCHNEIDER/ANDREA FAULK, SRO PR

BILLY MORRISON JOINS FORCES WITH
OZZY OSBOURNE AND STEVE STEVENS
FOR SEISMIC COLLABORATION,
“CRACK COCAINE,” RELEASED TODAY

ALL THREE ARTISTS APPEAR IN THE VIDEO
WHICH SPOTLIGHTS PARIS JACKSON
“CRACK COCAINE”
IS THE SECOND SINGLE FROM MORRISON’S NEW SOLO ALBUM
‘THE MORRISON PROJECT,’
OUT APRIL 19
VIA THE LABEL GROUP’S PARTNERSHIP WITH
TLG|ZOID THROUGH VIRGIN MUSIC GROUP

WATCH THE VIDEO HERE
LISTEN TO THE SINGLE HERE

“I guess the way that your love makes me feel/Must mean I’m really addicted,” sings OZZY OSBOURNE on “Crack Cocaine,” the newly released track out today (March 21) from BILLY MORRISON’s new solo album THE MORRISON PROJECT that’s due April 19 via The Label Group’s partnership with TLG|ZOID through Virgin Music Group. This seismic collaboration also features STEVE STEVENS on guitar and was co-written by MORRISON, OSBOURNE, and STEVENS who all appear in the video with PARIS JACKSON playing the glamorous/romantic interest, with cameos from visual artist RISK and actor JEFF HILLIARD. Watch the video HERE, listen to the track (produced by MORRISON and STEVENS) HERE, and pre-save the album HERE.

“Crack Cocaine” marks the first new song with OZZY on vocals since the 2022 release of his worldwide smash album Patient Number 9 which earned him two Grammy Awards (“Best Rock Album,” “Best Metal Performance”). “I was in the same room as Billy and Steve,” says OZZY about co-writing the song. “The lyrics just came out of the blue.   It was written in about 20 minutes.”

BILLY—the British guitarist, singer, and songwriter primarily known as Billy Idol’s rhythm guitar player for the past 15 years alongside lead guitarist Steve Stevens—sheds more light on the song’s origins: “The music was a direct result of sitting in a room with Steve, both with de-tuned guitars, and writing what we felt was an ultimate Ozzy riff. From there, we brought Ozzy over, and we all sat around working on the lyrics, but 90% of those came from Ozzy himself. He’s the one that suddenly stood up and sang “Like Crack Cocaine”!! We looked at each other and knew we had the title!!”

Importantly, reveals STEVE, “First and foremost, Billy and I discussed what an Ozzy fan would really love to hear.  We really zeroed in on the ‘90s-era Ozzy, the truly heavy stuff. We cast aside any rules both musically and lyrically. It was really a great team and Billy is just such a great motivator. Obviously as a guitarist, to contribute to an Ozzy song is like a kid in a candy store. He’s played with such an amazing array of guitarists that I tried my best to honor that tradition.”

Adds STEVE: “I think the fact that Billy and I have spent the better part of 16 years working together in Billy Idol means we are almost telepathic in how we arrange guitars, etc. Billy and Ozzy have such an amazing friendship that it was easy to feel inspired and want to help them achieve any idea I could assist with. As we worked in my home studio, I tried to make the actual recording process almost invisible. Forget any technical aspects and really have some fun. To Ozzy’s credit, he was totally focused—and man the first time I heard him sing in what was essentially my living room, fucking chills ran down my spine.”

See more quotes from BILLY below about the track and video, directed by IVO RAZA, and filmed at various Los Angeles locations.

“Crack Cocaine” is the second single/video from THE MORRISON PROJECT and follows the single/video “Drowning.” Watch the video, which illustrates the soul-destroying effects of information overload, HERE and read the press release HERE.

For THE MORRISON PROJECT—his third solo album and first since 2015—he has assembled an electrifying 12 songs including guest performances by Ozzy Osbourne, Billy Idol, DMC, Al Jourgensen, Steve Vai, Steve Stevens, Linda Perry, Tommy Clufetos, John5, and more. See the track listing below.

THE MORRISON PROJECT was produced by Billy Morrison, mixed by Barry Pointer, and mastered by Dave Donnelly. All the songs on the album—recorded in Los Angeles at various studios—were written by Billy Morrison in collaboration with his guests. Read the album announcement HERE.

How did THE MORRISON PROJECT come together? “I truly believe that making music without any preconceptions or goals yields the most creative and enjoyable results. And that is exactly how this record came to life. Making music with Erik (Eldenius) and Jeordie (White) during Covid, and mixing different musical styles started my journey towards this collection of songs that ended up featuring a lot of my friends.”

MORE QUOTES FROM BILLY MORRISON
ABOUT “CRACK COCAINE”

Is “Crack Cocaine” just a metaphor or is it based on any experiences with the drug?

BILLY: The song is 100% about how certain relationships can FEEL like an addiction. It’s nothing whatsoever to do with the drug! It’s a comparison. Ozzy is talking about being in that dysfunctional situation with a partner that feels so wrong, but you keep going back again and again. “Loving you is driving me insane. I put you down and pick you up again” – it’s exactly like a drug addiction.

Of all the songs you had for this album, why did you bring this one to Ozzy to finish and sing on?

BILLY: Purely based on the riff. When Steve and I wrote the music, it was clear to both of us that it was classic Ozzy – that ONLY Ozzy could sing this one. Once he threw his vocal down, it was obvious that it could never have been anyone else.

Steve is also a co-writer on the song and plays on it with you. What do you feel that Steve has added to it? 

BILLY: The song would not have happened without Steve. It was a total collaboration from start to finish. We both sat together, playing riffs, and his ability to arrange those riffs into a cohesive song is fantastic. The solo is just pure classic Stevens, and we wrote and recorded it all in his studio, so he was hands on at every stage. He didn’t ADD to the song, he CREATED the song with me.

How amazing that Paris Jackson appears in the video. How did that materialize and what do you feel her presence adds to the video?

BILLY: Paris was so sweet to even agree to do the video. We wanted someone to play the woman that Ozzy is singing about, and we had a mutual friend who facilitated the introduction. I was honest with her and said that we were doing the whole thing homegrown, no huge record company budget and luckily she’s a huge rock fan and wanted to be a part of it. She brought the sense of glamour and beauty to the video that we wanted.

BILLY MORRISON.
Photo credit: Jane Stuart @JaneStuartPhotos

THE MORRISON PROJECT features 12 original tracks:

DROWNING
(Written by Billy Morrison/Erik Eldenius/Jeordie White)

CRACK COCAINE
(Featuring Ozzy Osbourne and Steve Stevens with Tommy Clufetos on Drums)
(Written by Billy Morrison/ Ozzy Osbourne/Steve Stevens)

ITS COME TO THIS
(Written by Billy Morrison/Erik Eldenius)

THE AYES HAVE IT
(Featuring Al Jourgensen and John5 with Roy Mayorga on Drums)
(Written by Billy Morrison)

DYSTOPIA
(Written by Billy Morrison/Erik Eldenius/Jeordie White)

INCITE THE WATCH
(Featuring Corey Taylor and Steve Vai) (Written by Billy Morrison, Erik Eldenius, Jeordie White, Corey Taylor)

PUPPETS ON A STRING
(Written by Billy Morrison/Erik Eldenius/Jeordie White)

JUST LIKE A MOVIE
(Featuring D.M.C. and Persia Numan with Erik Eldenius on Drums)
(Written by Billy Morrison/Erik Eldenius/Jeordie White/ Darryl McDaniels/Persia Numan)

THE SOUND OF FREEDOM
(Written by Billy Morrison, Erik Eldenius, Jeordie White)

MR. DREAM
(Featuring Billy Idol and Steve Stevens)
(Written by Billy Morrison, Erik Eldenius, Jeordie White, Steve Stevens, Billy Idol)

WE ARE THE DEAD
(Written by Billy Morrison, Erik Eldenius, Jeordie White)

CHASING SHADOWS
(Featuring Linda Perry)
(Written by Billy Morrison)

BILLY MORRISON.
Photo credit: Jane Stuart @JaneStuartPhotos

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ABOUT The Label Group

The Label Group is a Virgin Music Group distributed label with a long history releasing both fan favorites and critically acclaimed artists. Through a strategic partnership with dCommunity, TLG embraces the future of an artist-centric and fan driven music community within the metaverse and the blockchain. “While the guest artists on Billy’s record are very impressive, it’s the songwriting that sold me,” says Dennis Sanders. We feel blessed here at TLG to have the opportunity to bring this music to the world.”

For press inquiries regarding BILLY MORRISON, contact:

SRO PR:

Mitch Schneider // mschneider@sropr.com
Andrea Faulk // afaulk@sropr.com