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September 29, 2025

BRIT FLOYD Announce 2026 “The Moon, The Wall And Beyond” World Tour; North American Shows Kick Off February 9

DATE: SEPTEMBER 29, 2025

FROM: MARCEE RONDAN/MITCH SCHNEIDER/ANDREA FAULK

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BRIT FLOYD
ANNOUNCE FIRST LEG OF
“THE MOON, THE WALL AND BEYOND”
WORLD TOUR

DATES WILL HONOR
‘THE DARK SIDE OF THE MOON’
AND ‘THE WALL’ ALBUMS
NORTH AMERICAN SHOWS KICK OFF FEBRUARY 9, 2026 IN CANADA,
U.S. DATES INCLUDE MULTIPLE NIGHTS IN NEW YORK (HUNTINGTON), WASHINGTON DC, AND BETHLEHEM, PA,

ALONG WITH STOPS IN BOSTON, SYRACUSE AND BALTIMORE BEFORE WRAPPING MARCH 29, 2026 IN BOCA RATON
TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3

TOUR FOLLOWS BRIT FLOYD’S
2025 CONCERTS
CELEBRATING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF
PINK FLOYD’S ICONIC ALBUM
‘WISH YOU WERE HERE’

As BRIT FLOYD—”widely recognized as the world’s premiere Pink Floyd experience” (Rolling Stone)—continue their successful 125 date Wish You Were Here 50 Tour world tour through October 30, the group are already preparing to take their award-winning laser and light show, massive circular screen, inflatables, and theatrical concert experience back on the road in 2026. Next year’s “The Moon, The Wall and Beyond” world tour will honor Pink Floyd’s The Dark Side of the Moon and The Wall albums and promises to be BRIT FLOYD’s most ambitious and immersive production to date. This monumental new production celebrates two of the most iconic and influential albums in rock history with a breathtaking show that captures the spirit, sound, and spectacle of the legendary band. Tickets go on sale Friday, October 3; click HERE for more information. See the initial tour dates below.

Launching February 9 in Canada, the 2026 shows will feature highlights from The Dark Side of the Moon and The Wall, including such timeless classics such as “Time,” “Money,” “Comfortably Numb,” and “Another Brick in the Wall, Part 2.” Beyond these iconic songs, audiences can also expect a selection of fan favorites from Pink Floyd’s vast discography including tracks from Wish You Were Here to Animals and many more.

The assembled band of musicians that audiences have come to love and respect worldwide over the years will take to the stage to perform note-for-note renditions of all the classic Pink Floyd tracks. The BRIT FLOYD ensemble includes BRIT FLOYD’s long-time guitarist/lead vocalist and musical director Damian Darlington and bassist/lead vocalist Ian Cattell, along with the other expert musicians who’ve joined the ranks of BRIT FLOYD over the last decade. Expect special guests to pop in for shows along the tour route.

Since their formation, BRIT FLOYD has set the standard for tribute performances, delivering stadium-scale concerts that combine stunning musicianship, cutting-edge visuals, and an unparalleled attention to detail. Having performed over 1,500 shows (in over 40 countries) since their launch in Liverpool, England in January 2011, BRIT FLOYD have circled the globe, with sold out tours across Europe, North America, South America, Asia, and the Middle East. They’ve performed concerts at some of the world’s greatest venues, including London’s prestigious Royal Albert Hall; the awe-inspiring Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Denver, Colorado; the historic Greek Theatre in Los Angeles; and ‘The Showplace of the Nation,’ NYC’s Radio City Music Hall in Manhattan. The BRIT FLOYD show has become a phenomenon, widely regarded by many as the world’s greatest rock tribute experience and BRIT FLOYD has earned worldwide acclaim as the definitive live Pink Floyd experience.

The 2026 “The Moon, The Wall And Beyond” world tour will span North America and beyond. Visit www.britfloyd.com for the most up-to-date information.

Brit Floyd’s initial 2026 Tour Dates are as follows:

DATE	LOCATION	VENUE
Monday, February 9	Hamilton ON	FirstOntario Concert Hall
Tuesday, February 10	London ON	Canada Life Place
Wednesday, February 11	Montreal QC	Place Bell
Friday, February 13	Pickering ON	Pickering Casino Resort
Sunday, February 15	Erie PA	Warner Theatre
Tuesday, February 17	Toledo OH	Huntington Center
Wednesday, February 18	South Bend IN	Morris Performing Arts Center
Friday, February 20	Hammond IN	Horseshoe Casino Hammond
Saturday, February 21	Columbus OH	Palace Theatre
Sunday, February 22	Akron OH	Akron Civic Theatre
Tuesday, February 24	Buffalo NY	Shea’s PAC
Thursday, February 26	Bethlehem PA	Windcreek Events Center
Friday, February 27	Bethlehem PA	Windcreek Events Center
Saturday, February 28	Schenectady NY	Proctors
Sunday, March 1	Providence RI	VETs
Tuesday, March 3	Burlington VT	The Flynn
Wednesday, March 4	New Brunswick	State Theatre
Friday, March 6	Boston MA	Orpheum Theatre
Saturday, March 7	Wallingford CT	Oakdale
Sunday, March 8	Springfield MA	Symphony Theater
Tuesday, March 10	Portland ME	Merrill Auditorium
Thursday, March 12	Baltimore MD	Lyric Opera House
Friday, March 13	Hershey PA	GIANT Center
Saturday, March 14	Washington DC	Warner Theatre
Sunday, March 15	Washington DC	Warner Theatre
Wednesday, March 18	Huntington NY	Paramount Theatre
Thursday, March 19	Huntington NY	Paramount Theatre
Friday, March 20	Pittsburgh PA	Peterson Event Center
Saturday, March 21	Atlantic City NJ	Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena
Sunday, March 22	Rochester NY	Auditorium Theatre
Tuesday, March 24	Syracuse NY	Oncenter Crouse Hinds Theater
Wednesday, March 25	Johnstown PA	1st Summit Arena
Thursday, March 26	Durham NC	Performing Arts Center
Saturday, March 28	Jacksonville FL	Florida Theatre
Sunday, March 29	Boca Raton FL	Mizner Amphitheatre

Brit Floyd – The World’s Greatest Pink Floyd Experience
Facebook: @britfloydoffical
Instagram: @britfloydband
Twitter (X): @britfloydband
YouTube: @britfloydofficial

PALLADIUM ENTERTAINMENT GROUP

Contacts:

SRO PR

National:
Marcee Rondan, marcee@sropr.com
Mitch Schneider, mschneider@sropr.com

Tour:
Andrea Faulk, afaulk@sropr.com

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September 26, 2025

Stoney’s North Forty hosts a Halloween Bash with cash prizes, live music, and more this October

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 26, 2025

STONEY’S NORTH FORTY WELCOMES OCTOBER WITH DAILY SPECIALS,
THEIR ‘CAN’T MISS’ ANNUAL HALLOWEEN BASH FEATURING MATT FARRIS, A COSTUME CONTEST FOR CASH, AND MORE!

WHAT: Stoney’s North Forty inside Santa Fe Station is where country lives in the northwest! Hop on the mechanical bull or take a spin on the dance floor below the mirrored armadillo. Stoney’s has you covered with Happy Hour from 6 – 7 p.m. with $5 drink specials and free two step and line dance lessons Tuesdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Visit https://stoneysnorthforty.com/dance-lesson/ for times and details.

Daily specials include:

Tuesdays

- - $10 Cover | $5 for Locals
  - 6PM-9PM $2 Well, Wine, and Miller High Life Drafts
  - Double Down Deal (all night) – Make your drink a double for half the price*. If your drink costs $10, make it a double for $15. *Cannot be combined with any other deals/discounts.

Wednesdays – Ladies Night

$10 Cover
Happy Hour 6PM-7PM $5 Well, Wine and Miller High Life Drafts
Ladies Night $3 Well, Wine, Miller High Life for ladies all night

Thursdays

No Cover
Happy Hour 6PM-7PM $5 Well, Wine, and Miller High Life Drafts
Double Down Deal (all night) – Make your drink a double for half the price*. If your drink costs $10, make it a double for $15. *Cannot be combined with any other deals/discounts

Fridays

- - $10 Cover
  - Happy Hour 6PM-7PM $5 Well, Wine, and Miller High Life Drafts
  - Military, nurses, first responders, and teachers (with valid ID) will receive free entry plus a complimentary drink ticket for a Coors Banquet draft, courtesy of Coors Banquet.

Saturdays

$10 Cover
Happy Hour 6PM-7PM $5 Well, Wine, and Miller High Life Drafts

WHERE: Stoney’s North Forty inside Santa Fe Station

4949 N. Rancho Drive

WHEN:            Wed., Oct. 1               Bikini Bull Riding Ladies Night with Crown Royal Whisky, Casamigos Tequila, and DJ Jeffro
Thurs., Oct. 16           “90 Proof” 90s Country Night featuring DJ Jeffro
Wed., Oct. 29             Annual Halloween Bash & Costume Contest featuring music by Matt Farris

ABOUT BIKINI BULL RIDING LADIES’ NIGHT

On the first Wednesday of every month, Bikini Bull Riding Ladies Night features $3 drinks for ladies. All bull riding participants receive a free bikini from Stoney’s North Forty, and ladies can compete for $500 in cash prizes.

ABOUT “90 PROOF” 90s COUNTRY NIGHT

On the third Thursday of every month, Stoney’s North Forty takes a two-step back in time and relives the golden age of country music with 90s Country Throwback Night. With legends like Alan Jackson, Faith Hill, George Strait, and Joe Diffie, DJ Jeffro will keep the party going with everyone’s favorite 90s country classics and most popular line dance songs all night long.

ABOUT THE ANNUAL HALLOWEEN BASH FEATURING MATT FARRIS

It’s a monster mash at Stoney’s North Forty’s annual Halloween Bash featuring live music by Matt Farris, spooky spirit specials, and a costume* contest for a chance to win $500 cash! *Costume Policies: No full-faced masks, heavy concealing makeup, or toy weapons permitted.

Tickets: Advance: $13.10 (All in) | $15 at the door. VIP tables with bottle service are available. Contact events@stoneys.com for more information.

ABOUT MATT FARRIS

A true entertainer showcasing high-energy, passion, and artistic integrity, Matt Farris is diligent in his career while giving back all the love he receives from his audience – creating a connection with his fans unlike any other. Never complacent, the Billboard charting artist embraces the roots of country music while integrating influences from other genres such as pop and rock. Showing himself as a force to be reckoned with, Matt Farris teamed up with Laminate Entertainment to create his greatest work yet – Keepin’ It Real.

ABOUT STONEY’S NORTH FORTY

From the creators of the award-winning, world famous Stoney’s Rockin’ Country, Stoney’s North Forty is a premiere destination for locals and tourists 21 and over who are looking for a boot stomping good ole time with line dancing, mechanical bull riding, beer pong, pool tables, a covered patio, and more. Located inside Santa Fe Station, and open Tuesday through Saturday, Stoney’s North Forty offers special promotions including Ladies Night on Wednesdays where ladies can enjoy $3 wine, well cocktails, and Miller High Life draft beer, Happy Hour from 6 – 7 p.m. with $5 drink specials, and live music from a variety of artists. Doors open at 6 p.m. and there are free line-dancing lessons Tuesdays through Saturdays. For more information, visit stoneysnorthforty.com or follow on Facebook @stoneysnf and Instagram @stoneysnorthforty.

ABOUT SANTA FE STATION

Santa Fe Station is a top entertainment destination in northwest Las Vegas with a 60-lane bowling center, 16-screen multiplex movie theater, premier state-of-the-art sportsbook, and more than 2,000 slot and video poker machines. The property also boasts more than 14,000 square feet of meeting space and 200 hotel rooms and offers guests a variety of dining choices. Santa Fe is in the midst of a property refresh with the arrival of Stoney’s North Forty, Stallone’s Italian Eatery, Nielsen’s Frozen Custard, and an all-new Poker room. The property will add a new High Limit Room this fall. For more information, visit www.santafestation.com or follow us on social media @santafestationlv.

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STONEY’S MEDIA CONTACT:

Hillary Smoot, SRO PR
hillary@sropr.com
310.367.9056

STATION CASINOS MEDIA CONTACT:

Alex Acuna
Alex.Acuna@stationcasinos.com
702.495.4248

*Image of Matt Farris is courtesy. Additional images or interviews are available upon request.

September 26, 2025

SOLENCE Releases Bold Title Track From Electronic Metal Group’s Album ‘Angels Calling’ Now Due October 31 Via Better Noise Music

DT: SEPTEMBER 26, 2025

FM: AMANDA CAGAN, MITCH SCHNEIDER / SRO PR

Left to right: Johan Swärd, David Strääf, Markus Videsäter, David Vikingsson
Credit: Anton Josefsson (Download HERE)

SOLENCE
TODAY RELEASES BOLD TITLE TRACK
FROM THE ELECTRONIC METAL GROUP’s
FORTHCOMING ALBUM
‘ANGELS CALLING’
NOW DUE OCTOBER 31 VIA BETTER NOISE MUSIC

LISTEN TO THE SONG HERE
WATCH “ANGELS CALLING” VIDEO HERE

BAND TO TOUR THROUGHOUT EUROPE WITH NOTHING MORE
STARTING NOVEMBER 7 IN TAMPERE, FINLAND

Download ANGELS CALLING cover artwork HERE

Electronic metal group SOLENCE (@solenceofficial) are as bold as ever on their new single “Angels Calling,” an anthemic song about living out loud and in the moment. Released today (September 26), it’s the title track of, and fourth single from, their ANGELS CALLING album, now due October 31 via Better Noise Music. Listen to the track HERE and view the video HERE. Pre-orders for the album are available HERE.

SOLENCE—frontman Markus Videsäter alongside guitarist David Strääf, keyboardist Johan Swärd, and drummer David “Viking” Vikingsson—is based out of Los Angeles and originally hail from Sweden. They deploy big pop hooks and electro savvy with the heavy yet melodic intensity of trailblazing Swedish metal into a distinctive international sound equal parts hypnotic and uplifting.

“We started writing ‘Angels Calling’ while on tour with The HU back in 2024, inspired by Eastern European folk music,” explains singer Markus Videsäter. “When we had the vocals and the song started to come together, it instantly felt like a perfect title track. This song has everything—the lyrics, the energy, the chorus, the breakdown—everything we wanted the album to include. We really hope the fans enjoy it as much as we do!”

“Angels Calling” follows up on the August 8 release of “Wish You The Worst.” Listen to the track here HERE and watch the video HERE. “Where Were You..?” came first on May 13, available for streaming and downloading HERE, and the lyric video can be viewed HERE. “Dead_Alive” followed June 27. Listen to it HERE and the watch the lyric video HERE. All the videos released so far have amassed over 222k views.

SOLENCE returns on ANGELS CALLING with fresh visuals, a new look, and a retrofitted sound that combines the best of their past with a look into the future for both the group and the genre. “For some reason, I’ve always felt like my time on earth is limited, as if I might die young,” Videsäter explains. “Our music is about making the most of life, relationships, and passion before heaven calls us home.”

With songs like “Monsters in My Head,” “MESS,” “All of the Pain Must Go,” and the title track, the band forms a diverse collection of their most highly charged material yet. “We are now the hype squad and the party train,” smiles guitarist David Strääf.

Each member began playing music at a young age: Markus played the trumpet, David the violin, Johan the bassoon, and Viking the drums. “I knew music was what I wanted to do when I was seven,” Markus says. “I went to music school, where I met the band. We shared the drive to create. That’s the spirit that started this band. The goal was to keep moving, no matter what direction we went.”

Lauded as one of Pandora’s “Rising Rock Artists To Watch In 2023,” SOLENCE have, to date, garnered over 378 million cumulative streams with as many as 862k monthly Spotify listeners and over 100 million video views since their formation in 2012. The band started by releasing heavy renditions of well-known pop hits from the likes of Imagine Dragons, Fall Out Boy, Ed Sheeran, Britney Spears, and Queen before breaking out with their 2019 debut album BROTHERS. It was quickly followed by their sophomore album, DIRECTION, which saw them achieve their first Active Rock radio charting with “Animal In Me” which became SiriusXM Octane’s most-played track in 2020. Octane’s Sr. Director, Music Programming Vincent Usuriello described SOLENCE’s sound as “a dynamic fusion of rock, metal, and pop elements, with powerful vocals, electrifying guitar riffs, and infectious melodies, creating an immersive sonic experience.” In 2021, SOLENCE released their third album, DEAFENING, which showed their range of inspirations from music to anime, gaming, sci-fi, and even philosophy and soon followed with their fourth album HOPE IS A CULT in 2023. Amidst writing new material for SOLENCE, Videsäter and Strääf have lent their songwriting skills to pop acts including Jason Derulo and Bebe Rexha.

In 2025, SOLENCE continues to spread its life-affirming message. “‘Until I hear the ‘Angels Calling’ reminds us that life is way too short to worry about doubt or making mistakes,” Markus points out. “We never know when our time is up, so let’s make the most of it while we can!”

SOLENCE will hit the road later this year for a European tour opening for NOTHING MORE, which launches November 7 in Finland, along with Catch Your Breath and Ankor. General tickets are available now on their official website.

Check out SOLENCE’s tour with Nothing More at any of the following stops:

Fri 11/7 Tampere, Finland Tavara-Asema
Sat 11/8 Lahti, Finland XXL Mössö 2025
Mon 11/10 Stockholm, Sweden Fryshuset Arenan
Tue 11/11 Oslo, Norway Vulkan Arena
Wed 11/12 Copenhagen, Denmark Amager Bio
Fri 11/14 Hamburg, Germany Große Freiheit 36
Sat 11/15 Berlin, Germany Astra Kulturhaus
Sun 11/16 Warsaw, Poland Progresja
Tue 11/18 Prague, Czeck Republic Archa+
Wed 11/19 Vienna, Austria Arena
Fri 11/21 Munich, Germany Backstage
Sat 11/22 Stuttgart, Germany LKA Longhorn
Sun 11/23 Zurich, Switzerland Komplex 457
Tue 11/25 Tilburg, Netherlands O13
Wed 11/26 Paris, France Elysee Montmarte
Fri 11/28 Frankfurt, Germany Batschkapp
Sat 11/29 Cologne, Germany Essigfabrik
Sun 11/30 Antwerp, Belgium Trix
Tue 12/2 Glasgow, Scotland SWG3
Thu 12/4 Manchester, U.K. O2 Ritz
Fri 12/5 London, U.K. O2 Forum Kentish Town
Sat 12/6 Bristol, U.K. O2 Academy

Listen to SOLENCE online at:
SPOTIFY, APPLE, AMAZON, DEEZER, PANDORA,
YOUTUBE MUSIC, SOUNDCLOUD

SRO PR Assets: https://sropr.com/portfolio/solence

ABOUT BETTER NOISE MUSIC

BETTER NOISE MUSIC, the artist development company, is the premiere independent Record Label under BETTER NOISE ENTERTAINMENT, a content creation, and marketing company that produces music, books, films, documentaries, TV shows, theatrical productions, and tours. Better Noise Music founded in 2006 by music industry veteran and independent pioneer Allen Kovac, focuses on artist development and has grown into a music industry independent powerhouse, with a roster including Five Finger Death Punch, Yellowcard, Sabaton, The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, Bad Wolves, Dirty Heads, The Rasmus, NOTHING MORE, The HU, From Ashes To New, Cory Marks, Eva Under Fire and The Funeral Portrait. The company operates a global marketing and distribution platform with offices in New York, Los Angeles, Nashville, Austin, Miami, London, Berlin, Toronto, and Sydney. The label was named Billboard’s #1 Mainstream Rock Airplay Label and #1 Mainstream Rock Airplay Imprint of 2024, after its history-making run of 5 consecutive years as the #1 Mainstream Rock Airplay Imprint (2018-2022).

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For all press inquiries, please contact:

SRO PR
Amanda Cagan – amanda@sropr.com
Mitch Schneider – mschneider@sropr.com

September 26, 2025

THE RASMUS: #1 Finnish Rockers Release Documentary About Performing At Ukraine’s Atlas Festival; Band Raise Over $84,000 For Okhmatdit Children’s Hospital

DT: SEPTEMBER 26, 2025

FM: AMANDA CAGAN, MITCH SCHNEIDER / SRO PR

Download HERE; credit: Venla Shalin
L-R: Eero Heinonen (bass), Lauri Ylönen (vocals), Emppu Suhonen (guitars), Aki Hakala (drums)

Download photos HERE: credit: credits: Yan Dobronosov

Left photo (left to right): Lauri Ylönen, Eero Heinonen, Emppu Suhonen, Aki Hakala, Tetiana Sokhar (head of The Good Donations Foundation)

Right photo (left to right): Roman Zhezhera (head of the Urgent Surgery Department, Lead Surgeon of the Clinic at Okhmatdyt National Specialized Children’s Hospital), Natalia Tchervinscaja (representative of EliteMedica, the company supplying the medical equipment), Julia Barkova (deputy head of The Good Donations Foundation), Vladyslav Yaremchuk (programming director of Atlas Festival), Dmytro Sydorenko (head of Atlas Festival), Tetiana Sokhar (head of The Good Donations Foundation), Oleksandr Urin (acting director of Okhmatdyt National Specialized Children’s Hospital)

#1 FINNISH ROCKERS THE RASMUS
RAISE OVER $84,000 IN SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS FOR
OKHMATDIT CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL
AT ATLAS FESTIVAL IN UKRAINE
DOCUMENTARY ABOUT THE BAND’S TIME IN UKRAINE AND PERFORMING AT THE FESTIVAL OUT NOW
WATCH “THE RASMUS IN UKRAINE” DOCUMENTARY

Earlier this summer (on July 19), Finnish 6x Platinum and 8x Gold-certified, record-breaking rockers THE RASMUS performed as the headliner—and only foreign artist—of the Atlas Festival in war-torn Ukraine. They became an ambassador for the Good Donations charity fund, and along with the Atlas Festival and Blockbuster Mall (where the festival was held), they ultimately raised over 3.5 million hryvnias ($84,000) which was turned into a donation of special surgical instruments for the Okhmatdyt National Children’s Specialized Hospital.

THE RASMUS today (September 26) released a short documentary film, “The Rasmus in Ukraine,” about their time in the country. Watch it HERE. The income generated from YouTube will be donated to The Good Donations Foundation.

The funds were used to order and purchase modern, high-quality surgical kits from Germany. This equipment has already been delivered to Ukraine and handed over to doctors at the Okhmatdyt National Children’s Specialized Hospital. For medical professionals who save children’s lives every day, the quality and reliability of instruments is crucial. The official handover of the instruments took place yesterday (September 25). Despite being on tour promoting their new album WEIRDO (Better Noise Music), THE RASMUS joined the event online and spoke personally with the team of doctors at the hospital.

As headliners of the festival, THE RASMUS—Lauri Ylönen (vocals), Emppu Suhonen (guitars), Eero Heinonen (bass), and Aki Hakala (drums)—not only performed on stage but also took part in charity activities such as autograph sessions, raffles of unique merchandise bundles, and a personal visit to the hospital. During the meeting with the doctors, the musicians emphasized that “The doctors who work here are real heroes. They provide assistance even during air raid sirens and rocket attacks. We were impressed by their professionalism. It is very important that they have equipment that matches their level. Because these doctors can do even more if they have everything they need.”

The Good Donations Foundation expresses its sincere gratitude to everyone who contributed to the collection: “Together, we were able to give doctors instruments that give children a chance at life and hope to their families.”

Over 110,000 people attended the festival. It had a comprehensive security system and it was prepared to evacuate the audience and performers in just a few minutes if necessary. Before the event, frontman Lauri Ylönen had said, “It’s scary to play in the middle of war, but we want to show our support for the Ukrainian people. We have a massive fan base in Ukraine and we’ve also previously done a joint song with the Ukrainian Eurovision winner Kalush Orchestra.”

The band recently released their highly anticipated 11^th studio album, WEIRDO, on September 12 via Better Noise Music (the band’s first for the label) and Playground Music. The album, as well as limited-edition merchandise bundles, are available HERE. Later this year, THE RASMUS will bring their unforgettable stage show to audiences worldwide throughout 2025 on the “Weirdo Tour” and shows for 2026 are starting to be confirmed. The band recently concluded a month-long U.S. trek with The Funeral Portrait and their own North American headlining tour. Tickets are on sale now for the band’s European leg (9/12 – 12/6), as well as their 2026 shows.

ABOUT THE RASMUS

Finnish 6x Platinum and 8x Gold-certified, record-breaking rockers THE RASMUS (@therasmusofficial)—Lauri Ylönen (vocals), Emppu Suhonen (guitars), Eero Heinonen (bass), and Aki Hakala (drums)—released their 11^th studio album, WEIRDO, September 12 via Better Noise Music (the band’s first for the label) and Playground Music. The album, as well as limited-edition merchandise bundles, are available now HERE. With WEIRDO, THE RASMUS once again proves why they remain a force to be reckoned with in the rock world. In their native Finland, where they are the reigning #1 rock band, THE RASMUS stands at #1 on Spotify, YouTube, Instagram and Deezer as far as followers, views, likes and streams. It is often said that the best bands are the ones which keep surprising you time and time again, in the most thrilling of ways. This is something that the 6x Platinum and 8x Gold-certified band have been doing since their major label debut and a creative responsibility they take great pride in. If you’ve listened to any of their albums, you’ll be able to hear a kaleidoscopic collage of heavy guitars against futuristic electronics, as well as pop hooks that can find their way into the heart of any kind of music fan. As a direct result, they’ve become one of Finland’s greatest musical exports, selling millions of records worldwide and winning award after award.

Listen to THE RASMUS online at:
SPOTIFY, APPLE, AMAZON, DEEZER, PANDORA,
YOUTUBE MUSIC, SOUNDCLOUD

SRO PR Assets: http://www.sropr.com/portfolio/the-rasmus

ABOUT ATLAS FESTIVAL

The first edition of Atlas festival dates back to 2015 and ran successfully until 2019. In 2024 the organizers bravely brought it back, creating the biggest music event to take place in Ukraine since the invasion started, with 63,000 people in 3 days. The festival had a robust safety framework to ensure the artists’ and audience’s safety. The new venue – Blockbuster Mall – has the biggest underground parking in all of Ukraine (50000 m²), which can quickly become a shelter. In fact, in case of alarm, the entire festival can be evacuated to the shelter in a matter of minutes. The organizers worked and continue to work with the State Emergency Services, regional military administration and city administration to ensure the mitigation of all risks and the preparation for any threats without any danger to the people.

The festival entirely revolves around a big charity goal – to raise 100mln UAH (2.3 M EUR) to help the country. In 2024 Atlas Festival reached the goal with the help of its audience, artists, influencers and everyone who was involved. The whole festival was built around raising these funds with the help of our artist, sponsors, audience and all the country’s volunteers, influencers and opinion leaders. In 2025, it managed to surpass the previous year’s result and raised over 125mln UAH (2.5m EUR).

ATLAS FESTIVAL USEFUL LINKS

ABOUT BETTER NOISE MUSIC

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For press inquiries, please contact:

SRO PR
Amanda Cagan – amanda@sropr.com
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September 25, 2025

Fall into Stoney’s Rockin’ Country this Rock-tober

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 25, 2025

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FALL INTO STONEY’S ROCKIN’ COUNTRY THIS ROCK-TOBER

Featuring a Halloween costume contest for cash, live music, drink specials, dance lessons, and so much more!

Pictured: Drew Green

WHAT: Enjoy live music from some of country music’s hottest stars at Stoney’s Rockin’ Country. Hop on the mechanical bull or take a spin line dancing! Stoney’s has you covered with free line dance lessons Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Stoney’s Rockin’ Country is now open on Sundays for “Saddle Up Sundays” featuring partner line dance lessons with Country Crossroads Dance and a free line dance lesson at 8 p.m. Visit https://stoneysrockincountry.com/dance-lessons/ for details.

This October, the special featured drink is “Angry Balls” ($16) featuring an Angry Orchard beer and a shot of Fireball Apple. *Must be purchased as a combo to receive the $16 price.

WHERE: Stoney’s Rockin’ Country
6611 Las Vegas Blvd. So., Unit 160, at Town Square

WHEN:            Thurs., Oct. 2             Bikini Bull Riding & Ladies Night
Fri., Oct. 3                  Drew Green
Sat., Oct. 4                 Stoney’s hosts the Nevada Qualifier of the Standard Western Dance Competition
Fri., Oct. 10                Derek Jones
Sat., Oct. 11               Country Rewind
Fri., Oct. 17                Bayker Blankenship – “The Maxed Out Tour”
Fri., Oct. 24                Chase Wright
Sat., Oct. 25               Ride ‘em Cowboy Men’s Bull Riding Competition
Fri., Oct. 31                Halloween Party featuring Jacquie Roar

TICKETS: Advance tickets are on sale now at Live Music – Stoney’s Rockin’ Country – Where Country LIVES in Las Vegas. Shows are open to 18+ and doors open at 7 p.m. VIP Booths and Bottle Service are available.

ABOUT BIKINI BULL RIDING LADIES’ NIGHT

On the first Thursday of every month, Bikini Bull Riding Ladies Night features $3 drinks for ladies. All bull riding participants receive a free bikini from Stoney’s Rockin’ Country, and ladies can compete for $1,000 in cash prizes. DJ Manda will teach line dance lessons, and DJ all night long.

ABOUT DREW GREEN

With his genre-bending country, pop, and R&B style, Nashville singer Drew Green first garnered attention as a songwriter before catching the spotlight with his 2020 tracks “Little More Be Alright’ and “Right Where I Be.” Both cuts appeared on his debut EP, Dirt Boy, Vol. 1. His 2021 follow-up, Dirt Boy, Vol. 2, included the streaming hit “Hooch.” The soulful standalone single “Good Ol’ Man” arrived in early 2022.

Green played in bands in high school and continued to hone his songwriting skills at college. Following his graduation, Green based himself in Nashville, singing in the house band at Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge and working a day job at a bank, all the while pursuing a songwriting career. He eventually gained a foothold in the industry, co-penning songs like Florida Georgia Line’s “Colorado” with Hardy and Hunter Phelps. In November 2018, he signed a publishing contract with Brett James’ Cornman Music. More opportunities followed and in June 2020, Green signed a recording contract with Villa 40/Sony Music Nashville, debuting that same month with the song “Little More Be Alright.” A second song, “Right Where I Be,” followed a month later, with both tracks appearing on the EP Dirt Boy, Vol. 1. 2021 saw the release of the twangy single “Hooch,” ahead of the arrival of Dirt Boy, Vol. 2. Green started out strong in early 2022 with the country-pop and R&B-leaning viral hit “Good Ol’ Man.”

In 2023, Drew has spent the year writing, recording and releasing songs “Prayer List”, “Yep” and “Best Ex I Ever Had” whilst playing shows across the US. He’s gearing up to release his next single “Lotta Bit Of You”, after the song hitting virality on TikTok. In 2024, Drew released a single, “Lotta Bit of You”, that garnered the attention of listeners on the Horizon on SiriusXM the Highway. Along with being featured on prominent play lists, “Lotta Bit of You”, has already hit over 5 million streams. Drew has also released, “One of Mine”, and “Road Dirt”, with an EP to be released later this year.

ABOUT THE STANDARD WESTERN LINEDANCE SHOWDOWN

The nationwide search for the top male and female line dancers is coming to Las Vegas! Qualify for a place in the biggest line dance competition in America – with the Grand Finals in Nashville on December 6, 2025. Registration opens at 7 p.m. and the competition begins at 9 p.m. Entry Fee to compete is $20 per person, 21 and over, please. A free line dance lesson will be offered at 7:30 p.m. and social dancing will take place both before and after the competition. To help prepare, the Female Line Dances are Aces & Eights and Stetson, and the Male Line Dances are Asking Questions and The Wolf.

To register, visit https://standard-western.com/showdown-event/nevada-qualifier/.

ABOUT DEREK JONES

Strong, steadfast and country to his core, Derek Jones is a relentless country-rock outlaw harboring a deep-rooted respect for people and our nation. After serving in the United States Navy, Jones picked up a guitar and hasn’t put it down since. From appearing on The TODAY Show, Pickler & Ben and Good Morning Australia to writing songs for major television outlets including tracks for Sportsman’s Channel’s “Tailgate Adventures” and the theme song for “Fishers ATV World” on the Velocity Channel and NBC Sports – Derek Jones has no shortage of drive and determination.

In addition to the 4 years spent touring alongside Billy Ray Cyrus, Jones has shared the stages with Charlie Daniels, Trace Adkins, Travis Tritt, Whisky Myers, Blackberry Smoke, Ashley McBryde, and many others. Jones’ last EP, “Last of a Dying Breed” debuted at No. 3 on the iTunes Country charts. Rugged, sincere and hell-bent on reaching new heights, Derek Jones is keeping country music alive.

ABOUT COUNTRY REWIND

Get ready to rewind the clock at Stoney’s Rockin’ Country for Country Rewind – a throwback night filled with your favorite 90s and early 2000s country hits with DJ Manda. No cover for the Military, Teachers, Nurses, and First Responders in gratitude for their service. Free dance lessons are at 7:30 and 8:30 p.m., and free Mechanical Bull rides all night long. 21+ only.

ABOUT BAYKER BLANKENSHIP

Nineteen-year-old Bayker Blankenship from Livingston, Tennessee has had one heck of a few months, going from playing his first hometown gigs to signing his first record deal and going viral with his first hit “Maxed Out” in a short amount of time. “Maxed Out” is hitting new peaks at such an incredible speed – to name a few, it reached #2 on the Spotify Viral charts, #43 on Apple Country, and has over 100k creates on TikTok. Bayker has garnered over 40M+ streams in just a few months. “Maxed Out” highlights Bayker as one of Country’s rising stars, with fans falling for his bright personality and warm heart along the way. Bayker’s debut EP “Younger Years” released in July 2024, hitting over 4M+ streams the first week and making it obvious he is far from a one-hit wonder.

ABOUT CHASE WRIGHT

Chase Wright is turning childhood dreams into a bold reality, stepping into the spotlight as one of Nashville’s most exciting new voices. Blending heart-on-sleeve storytelling with genre-defying style, the Indiana native pairs country’s emotional core with modern pop-rock energy—anchored by soaring choruses, electric loops, and a deep respect for the craft. A latecomer to music, Wright didn’t pick up a guitar until his freshman year as a collegiate track athlete at DePauw University. After graduating with a degree in economics, he made the leap to Nashville, chasing music full-time and quickly carving out a lane of his own. Since then, he signed a publishing deal, released his debut album Intertwined, and followed it up with 2024’s sophomore record Letting Go. With over 350 million streams to date, Wright’s rise has earned him spots as a Spotify Hot Country Artist to Watch, a SiriusXM Highway Find, and a Pandora Artist to Watch. Now, with more new music on the way, he’s proving this is just the beginning.

ABOUT RIDE’EM COWBOY MEN’S BULL RIDING COMPETITION

Calling all cowboys! It’s the men’s turn to climb on and impress the crowd for a shot at some cold hard cash, giving ladies the judging power to help crown the king of the bull! Come early for free Line Dance lessons at 7:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m., drink specials and DJ Manda spinning country hits all night long. At 10 p.m., the Ride ‘Em Cowboy Competition starts, and each contestant gets one ride and one shot to win it all!

ABOUT THE ANNUAL HALLOWEEN PARTY FEATURING JACQUIE ROAR

It’s that time again for Stoney’s spooktacular Annual Halloween Costume Contest featuring live music from Jacquie Roar! Take free line dance lessons at 7:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. before Jacquie Roar hits the stage at 10 p.m. The Costume Contest* kicks off immediately after the show and $1,000 cash is up for grabs!

Tickets:

21+ $28.74 (All-In Advance) / $30 at the Door

18–20 $37.81 (All-In Advance) / $35 at the Door

VIP Tables & Bottle Service is available by contacting events@stoneys.com.

*Costume Policy: Masks must be removed upon entry and may only be worn inside during the costume contest. Toy Weapon Accessories: Props resembling weapons may only be carried or used during the costume contest. Stoney’s Rockin’ Country staff may hold these items for safekeeping and return them when guests exit.

ABOUT JACQUIE ROAR

Jacquie Roar, a rising star in the music scene, has showcased her talent from The Oregon Jamboree to sharing stages with icons like Reba McEntire, Alan Jackson, Martina McBride, Kelsea Ballerini, Dan+Shay, and more. Her journey skyrocketed on Season 24 of “The Voice,” where she earned a coveted “Four Chair Turn” with Gretchen Wilson’s “Here for the Party” and finished fourth in the finale.

ABOUT STONEY’S ROCKIN’ COUNTRY

The award-winning Stoney’s Rockin’ Country is Las Vegas’ premiere destination for locals and tourists who are looking for a boot-stomping good ole time with line dancing, mechanical bull riding, beer pong, pool tables, and more. Located at Town Square, Stoney’s Rockin’ Country is a 19,000 square foot high-energy nightclub that features a 2,000 square foot dance floor and 570 square foot stage for dancing and performances, along with a state-of-the-art sound system, live bands, and DJs. Open Thursday through Sunday, Stoney’s Rockin’ Country offers special promotions including the World-Famous Ladies Night on Thursdays where ladies drink for just $3 and live music from the latest and greatest in country music every Friday. Every Saturday, all active and retired military, teachers, nurses, and first responders with valid ID receive free entry and a complimentary drink ticket for a Coors Banquet draft, courtesy of Coors Banquet. Doors open at 7 p.m. Thursday – Saturday, and line-dancing lessons begin at 7:30 p.m. Saddle Up Sundays, open 3 – 10 p.m., features partner line dance lessons starting at $20 each from 3 – 6 p.m. and $2 draft beers all day. For more information, call 702-435-2855 or go to stoneysrockincountry.com. Find Stoney’s Rockin’ Country on Facebook and Instagram @stoneysrockincountry.

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September 25, 2025

Scott Kinnebrew (Truth & Salvage Co) Releases “Skyman,” First Single/Video From Upcoming Album By His SOUNDING ARROW Solo Project

DATE: SEPTEMBER 25, 2025

FROM: MITCH SCHNEIDER / SRO PR

SOUNDING ARROW—
THE SOLO PROJECT OF SCOTT KINNEBREW (TRUTH AND SALVAGE CO)—
RETURN TODAY WITH “SKYMAN”
MARKS THE FIRST SINGLE AND VIDEO
FROM UPCOMING ALBUM
OUT IN EARLY 2026 ON BLACKBIRD RECORD LABEL
WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

“Skyman” Single Art

It’s been a minute or two since we’ve heard from SOUNDING ARROW, the solo project of veteran recording artist and touring musician Scott Kinnebrew (Truth and Salvage Co). For the first time since the 2017 album Loving Is Breathing, SOUNDING ARROW return today (September 25) with the warm and radiant single “Skyman” (Blackbird Record Label) and its uplifting, colorful video.

“Skyman”—both heady and light as a feather, a perfect tonic for these times—marks the first release from the singer, songwriter and guitarist’s second as-yet-untitled album due out in early 2026 (exact release date TBA). Watch the video—directed by Doug Frerichs and filmed in Kinnebrew’s adopted hometown of Asheville, North Carolina—HERE. The track will be available for streaming everywhere this Friday, September 26 HERE.

The SKYMAN album was co-produced by Gary Jules (“Mad World” from the Donnie Darko soundtrack) and mixed by Bill Reynolds (Band of Horses, The Avett Brothers’ Emotionalism). It weaves a vivid sonic landscape rich with the textures of rock, folk, country, blues, British invasion, R&B, and pop. It’s a brew that resists classification, as it lands somewhere between tradition and invention—what Kinnebrew thinks of as “sonic impressionism.”

Listening to the “Skyman” single feels like driving a lonely stretch of two-lane highway through a terrain of psychedelic optimism. The destination loses importance as the listener absorbs the introspective grandeur of a consciousness unfolding mile by mile. Sure, the song’s an invitation to lighten your day by just grooving along with the spacey vibes. But Kinnebrew wants us to keep mindful, too—as he delicately points out, “Everything is perfect,” but “soon we’ll all be dying. The now is wow. We are so lucky to be here.”

Talking about the song’s sonic alchemy, Kinnebrew says: “I think the song is very mantra-like. The major7 acoustic guitar riff that anchors the song just repeats hypnotically until the bridge, which comes as such a release. And then—when the 16th note tambo comes in on the chorus—it’s like the song catches a thermal and you are truly gliding.”

On the “Skyman” video set, with Scott Kinnebrew front and center
Photo Credit: Sue Wille

This lightness of being is captured in the “Skyman” video. Explains Kinnebrew: “I started thinking about what could best define ‘Skyman’ within my network and zero budget. Scrolling through Instagram, I came across my friend Alethia Austin’s post. Alethia is a professional skydiver who instructs for a living. And she is a badass.

“She was totally down to work on the video. At that point my wife and brains behind the operation said we needed a narrative. She thought it would be cool to have footage of a kid pretending to skydive cut in with footage of a pro dive. Brilliant idea. Our little buddy Burl Craven fit the bill, and he and his folks were down to help.

“So all in all, it was a group operation,” adds Kinnebrew. “I reached out to friends asking if anyone had cool footage of clouds, and folks sent me stuff. I borrowed a camera and had my buddy Jesse McSwain help shoot. None of us knew what we were doing with the camera but followed Doug’s (the editor/director) instructions and went for it. Sounding Arrow has a rotating cast of characters so I asked friends around town if they wanted to be my ‘band.’ Everyone chipped in with direction, location, and wardrobe. When we were done collecting footage, we sent it all to Doug (who directed two Sounding Arrow videos, “King Size Heart” and “You Will Be Loved”). He took it and turned into a masterpiece, per usual.”

Scott Kinnebrew
Photo Credit: Sandlin Gaither

ABOUT SCOTT KINNEBREW:

Over some 30 years, Scott Kinnebrew has shared the stage with a long list of renowned artists he admires, including The Black Crowes, The Avett Brothers, The Lumineers, Sturgill Simpson, Dawes, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Lissie, Levon Helm, Garth Hudson, Blind Melon, Steve Miller Band, Gov’t Mule, and The Doobie Brothers. His former band, Truth & Salvage Co., released two records on Sony’s Megaforce label, appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live, toured Iraq to perform for U.S. troops in 2009, turned down a gig with Phil Lesh for reasons unknown, and racked up 250,000 road miles in five years.

CONTACT:

SRO PR
Mitch Schneider, mschneider@sropr.com

September 19, 2025

BAD WOLVES’ Deluxe Edition Of Album ‘Die About It’ Featuring 9 New Tracks Out Today Via Better Noise Music, Including “Hanging On To Thunder” (Feat. Stand Atlantic)

DT: SEPTEMBER 19, 2025

FM: AMANDA CAGAN, MITCH SCHNEIDER/SRO PR

BAD WOLVES
RELEASE DELUXE EDITION OF
FOURTH STUDIO ALBUM “DIE ABOUT IT”
FEATURING 9 NEW TRACKS
OUT TODAY VIA BETTER NOISE MUSIC

BRAND NEW SONG
“HANGING ON TO THUNDER” (FEAT. STAND ATLANTIC)
OUT TODAY
STREAM/DOWNLOAD HERE
WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

Download album artwork HERE

[LOS ANGELES CA, September 19, 2025] Platinum-certified, 5x #1 Hard Rock radio-charting BAD WOLVES (@badwolvesofficial) released a special deluxe edition of their album “DIE ABOUT IT” via Better Noise Music today (September 19). It contains nine new tracks, including the brand new song “Hanging On To Thunder” featuring Stand Atlantic. “DIE ABOUT IT (DELUXE)” is available now HERE. See the track listing below.

John Boecklin, drummer and founder of Bad Wolves, shared “Hanging On To Thunder” (feat. Stand Atlantic) preaches strength in moments of adversity. “This song embodies what we do best: big hooks, raw emotion, and pure power. It’s an undeniable BAD WOLVES classic. Stand Atlantic takes it to the next level with an absolutely insane vocal performance. We’re incredibly proud of this one.”

“Hanging On To Thunder” is the follow-up to the reimagined “Say It Again” (featuring Lauri Ylönen, frontman of 6x Platinum and 8x Gold-certified, record-breaking Finnish rock outfit The Rasmus), which was released August 8 HERE. Watch the video HERE.

Originally released on November 3, 2023, via Better Noise Music, “DIE ABOUT IT” showcases 14 tracks—including “Hungry For Life” (feat. Daughtry)–that push the band’s sound in new directions, blending heavy riffs and distinctive melodies. The album has surpassed 32 million streams, with accompanying videos amassing over 3.8 million views.

Here’s the track listing for “DIE ABOUT IT (DELUXE)”:

1. Intro
2. Bad Friend
3. Die About It
4. Savior
5. Hungry For Life
6. Legends Never Die
7. NDA
8. Move On
9. Masquerade
10. Say It Again
11. It’s You (2 Months) (feat. KILLBOY)
12. Turn It Down
13. Set You On Fire
‎14. Hungry For Life (feat. Daughtry)

Plus 9 new tracks:
15. Hanging On To Thunder (feat. Stand Atlantic)
* 16. Made For The Misery
* 17. Home
* 18. Because Of You
* 19. All I Need Is Hope
20. Say It Again (feat. The Rasmus)
21. Legends Never Die (Orchestral)
22. Bad Friend (Live)
23. Legends Never Die (Live)
* Indicates new song.

Download HERE; photo credit: Clay Patrick McBride
Back row left to right: Doc Coyle (guitar), Daniel “DL” Laskiewicz (vocals),
Kyle Konkiel (bass). Front row left to right: John Boecklin (drums), AJ Rebollo (guitar)

ABOUT BAD WOLVES

BAD WOLVES arrived with the rarity and the force of a lightning bolt in 2018 with their chart-topping version of The Cranberries‘ “Zombie.” This collective of tried-and-true musicians rallied around an unconventional vision for heavy music, grafting rafter-reaching hooks to pit-splitting riffs and mind-bending rhythms with a penchant for unexpected twists and turns. Their full-length debut “DISOBEY” bowed in the Top 25 of the Billboard 200 and delivered a platinum single and a gold single. On its heels, they showed no signs of stopping with “N.A.T.I.O.N.” [2019]. However, “DEAR MONSTERS” kickstarted another season in 2021 as “Lifeline” netted their sixth #1 at Active Rock radio. Reaching a critical high, Billboard hailed the latter as “BAD WOLVES’ most diverse and far-reaching album to date.” Reaching over 2.8 billion total streams, and over 818 million video views, they’ve sold out headline shows on multiple continents and toured with everyone from Papa Roach and Hollywood Undead to Volbeat.

Find more on BAD WOLVES here:
WEBSITE | FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM | TIK TOK | YOUTUBE

Listen to BAD WOLVES online at:
SPOTIFY, APPLE, AMAZON, DEEZER,PANDORA, SOUNDCLOUD

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Watch a trailer for DIE ABOUT IT (DELUXE) Via THE NOISE Presents HERE

ABOUT BETTER NOISE MUSIC

BETTER NOISE MUSIC, the artist development company, is the premiere independent Record Label under BETTER NOISE ENTERTAINMENT, a content creation, and marketing company that produces music, books, films, documentaries, TV shows, theatrical productions, and tours. Better Noise Music founded in 2006 by music industry veteran and independent pioneer Allen Kovac, focuses on artist development and has grown into a music industry independent powerhouse, with a roster including Five Finger Death Punch, Yellowcard, Sabaton, Bad Wolves, Dirty Heads, The Rasmus, NOTHING MORE, The HU, From Ashes To New, Cory Marks, Eva Under Fire and The Funeral Portrait. The company operates a global marketing and distribution platform with offices in New York, Los Angeles, Nashville, Austin, Miami, London, Berlin, Toronto, and Sydney. The label was named Billboard’s #1 Mainstream Rock Airplay Label and #1 Mainstream Rock Airplay Imprint of 2024, after its history-making run of 5 consecutive years as the #1 Mainstream Rock Airplay Imprint (2018-2022).

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September 19, 2025

DD VERNI & THE CADILLAC BAND’s Album ‘Buckle Up’ And Lyric Video For ABBA Cover “So Long” Out Today

DATE: SEPTEMBER 19, 2025

FROM: MITCH SCHNEIDER/MARCEE RONDAN

DD VERNI & THE CADILLAC BAND’S
ALBUM ‘BUCKLE UP’
OUT TODAY (SEPTEMBER 19) VIA DEKO
LYRIC VIDEO FOR
ABBA COVER “SO LONG”
DEBUTS LISTEN TO THE SONG HERE
AND WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

GROUP ANNOUNCES DECEMBER 6 DATE
AS PART OF THE “BUCKLE UP” TOUR

Q&A WITH DD VERNI
FOLLOWS

DD VERNI & THE CADILLAC BAND have today (September 19) rolled out a lyric video for their cover of ABBA’s “So Long,” coinciding with today’s unveiling of the album BUCKLE UP on DEKO. The song was the first single from ABBA, the group’s self-titled album 1974 album, and DD was inspired to cover one of their songs based on his love of the Swedish superstars. “They just write such great catchy songs,” DD says. “I recently went to see ‘Mamma Mia’ on Broadway, and it was just amazing. I think of ABBA as fun and energetic music that’s catchy the very first time you hear it. I really love music like that, and that’s what I really strive for in my writing.” Listen to the song HERE and watch the video HERE. Read more from DD at the Q&A below.

For the group’s second album BUCKLE UP, DD and the band marry rock ‘n roll’s visceral energy and succinct songwriting to suave, swinging throwback arrangements and aesthetics. DD makes big band music more accessible and relatable than ever on the 14-track album. “So Long” follows the album’s previously released singles, “Two Of A Kind” (August 22) and “Lucky 13” (July 18). The album’s full track listing is below.

“This is timeless, fun music. And for me, in a world that seems so chaotic every day, it’s a joy to have something that’s just plain fun, simple and energetic, DD says. To just leave your troubles behind, grab a drink and your girl and go out to a show like ours and have fun! Hoping to get to your town later in the year with the band!…and bring some of that energy.”

ALBUM ARTWORK

In support of the new album, DD VERNI & THE CADILLAC BAND have announced the first date of the “Buckle Up” Tour set for Saturday, December 6 at the House Of Independents in Asbury Park, NJ.

“All the work writing, recording, videos etc. is to one end…to start playing shows!” DD says. “Very excited to bring the guys (and gals) into Asbury Park for our first show in support of BUCKLE UP. It’s around Christmas time so there will be some holidays songs added, as well as songs from both records, and of course, some surprises. Psyched to see everyone down there!”

A person holding a guitar AI-generated content may be incorrect.

Here’s the BUCKLE UP track listing:

Lucky 13
If U Wanna Dance
Hey Mr. DJ
I Can Be Most Anything
Devil Dance
Jambalaya (On the Bayou)
These Days
Not That Kind of a Guy
So Long
Just Like Magic to Me
Let’s Go Crazy
Man With the Golden Arm
Two of a Kind
I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas

DD VERNI
Q&A

A person playing a guitar AI-generated content may be incorrect. DD VERNI, Photo Credit: Nick Wolf

Q: How do you balance your role in Overkill with leading a rocking big band? That’s a lot to have on your plate.

DD: I like to be busy basically. I don’t like chaos, I mean who does, but I do like having my hands in a few different buckets. I am a creative person, and weather it’s Cadillac Band or Overkill, or writing of even doing manager types of things, I like to mix it all up. I have been doing it so long I have a pretty good handle on things and a great group of people around me I have found over the years. And I make sure I don’t get too burned out, when things start to pile up too much, I just kind of back off and spend some time relaxing. I am very aware of burn out and always make sure I don’t get to that point.

Q: If you were to record a duet with a current artist outside the genres of music for which you’re known, who might that be, and which song would you cover and why?

DD: That’s tough because that would change week to week. And what genre, Metal? Big Band? Swing? I have my hands in a few. But The first to come to mind is Imelda May. She is an Irish singer and she is just amazing. Total attitude, but a voice that is amazing. She does absolutely beautiful types of ballads, but then can rock it up amazingly as well, she’s beautiful…I mean I am a big fan. If I had to pick a song it would probably be something a little more rocking, maybe “Mony Mony,” or how about an old Dropkick Murphys tune like “The Boys are Back,” get some Big Band horns on that and her singing with that Irish attitude. I would love that

Q: Can you talk about any books or films that have helped shape your sensibility as an artist?

DD: One of my favorite movies ever is “Castaway” with Tom Hanks. I mean for 45 minutes there is no dialog, just him trying to figure out how is he going to survive. And another favorite is The “Martian,” which my wife has pointed out is basically the same movie, stranded on Mars trying to figure out how to survive. So maybe being in the music business for 40 years, there is some kind of correlation. Feeling alone/stranded and trying to survive as an artist/songwriter, especially when all the odds are against you to survive it.

Q: Which famous historical event would you like to have witnessed and why?

DD: Ya know when I see this question the first thing I think about is sports. I am a big sports fan, especially football. So, I think about maybe the first Super Bowl, or when Muhammad Ali beat Sonny Liston, or seeing Jackie Robinson play would have been amazing. Being at the old Polo grounds and watching Frank Gifford play for the Giants…I would have loved all that!

Q: Have you had a “Spinal Tap” moment in your career so far and can you describe it?

DD: Oh jeez, my god so many. Who hasn’t. I mean you play in a band long enough; they all happen to you. Just like in the movie I mean how many times have we not been able to find the stage and wandering around in corridors trying. Or malfunction of props, and pyro etc etc during a show I mean countless times. The ones that always stick out and I’m sure it has happened to a million bands if, you find out the house lights went down, the crowd cheered, the intro tape ran, fog rolled out on stage it all built to this huge entrance for the band…and were sitting on the bus. No one has any idea the show even started etc etc. House lights come back on, someone started the show not realizing the band wasn’t even in the building yet…awful!

Q: Do you have any rituals on your own, or with the band, before hitting the stage to psych yourself up?

DD: Well, honestly, I don’t need to psych myself up, I’m kind always ready mentally to go! But the rituals more lately have just been about physically being ready. I recently had three different surgeries on my playing shoulder, so I’m really aware of that. I have to make sure I’m good and taped up, and that I do exercises–arm circles, etc etc–to make sure I don’t put too much strain on that too quick and for too long, otherwise I am in danger of tearing the ligament completely off the bone again…and a third time would be rough. So more that kind thing.

Q: Which two bands would you like to be on a dream bill with and why?

DD: Well again, metal? Big Band? Etc…hard to pick. First thing that comes to mind is AC/DC. I mean with Overkill we have been with almost everyone, Kiss, Iron Maiden, Aerosmith, Judas Priest, Deep Purple all my hero’s…but never did anything with AC/DC…so I would love that. And with Cadillac Band I would love to do some shows with Rod Stewart, or jeez how about [Brian] Setzer!! I mean his band is awesome, that would really be something to do! For some reason I think Cadillac Band would be great with Cheap Trick!…one of my all-time favs, so we’ll see.

Q: Is there a song you crank up on Friday night to kick off the weekend—and a song you kick back with on a Sunday morning?

DD: Ya know I don’t really listen to music with a “mood” in mind. It could be a lazy Sunday morning, sitting on the beach with a coffee and I’m blaring Slayer, I just listen to what I like, the mood for some reason doesn’t much matter to me. I mean I’ll work out with Bobby Darin on; it doesn’t have to be aggressive but sometimes is…

Q: What was the last meal you cooked for yourself?

DD: Well, I generally do all the cooking at my house, so I am very used to making meals. But the last one I made was calzone pie, with meatballs and a salad. I make a lot of Italian food. My Mom was a great cook and we have a lot of her recipes. And around this time of year, we have football on Sundays, and every Sunday for most of my life my Mom made a big pot of gravy and meatball/spaghetti, or manicotti etc…so every Sunday is Italian food for me if a I can.

Q: What advice would you give now to your younger self?

DD: To take more time to look around and enjoy the moment. The younger me was so anxious to get to the next exciting thing that I didn’t spend as much time taking it all in as I could have. It’s like driving a car somewhere and never looking out the side windows, only looking forward…ya miss stuff. But try telling that to a young musician hahaha…I think that comes with age.

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FACEBOOK
INSTAGRAM
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