Following the release of their explosive single ‘Revolution’ in June which featured guest vocals from Benji Webbe of Skindred, South Wales based rockers James Kennedy and The Underdogs announce the release of their latest single, ‘Shadows’ which will be out on August 28th on Konic Records.
The song shows the band taking a different direction to the punky / metal energy of the previous two singles and showcases their more melodic, mid-tempo groove side complete with anthemic sing-along chorus and soaring guitar solo from Jack Davies.
Of the lyrics, James Kennedy says: “The whole album is about rebelling against the evils and injustices of our times but ‘Shadows’ is about rebelling against our enemy within, our own personal, internal demons (in my case, depression and a busted nervous system). And just as we might throw a Molotov Cocktail at tyrants, that same fire within can bring light to the darkest corners of a soul blackened by shadows”
The cover art for ‘Shadows’ is a twist on the famous Amnesty International logo.
The song is the 3rd single to be released from the band’s forthcoming new album entitled “Rebel” and it’s available to Pre-Save on Spotify now at: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/jameskennedyandtheunderdogs/shadows
‘Shadows’ will be available on all streaming platforms from Friday August 28th
James Kennedy and The Underdogs are an alternative rock / punk band from Newport, South Wales, formed in 2023 by singer, author, podcaster and former Kyshera frontman, James Kennedy. The band includes Jack Davies on guitar, Elliot Blake on bass, and Aggy Nowicka on drums, all former and current members of the bands Kane’d, Catalysts, and Ravenbreed.
In their mere three years as a band they have already earned a reputation for their anarchic and high-energy live shows, described by the Moshville Times as “pure rock ‘n’ roll energy” and as “Wales’ most vital live act” by Uber Rock. Their first album ‘Make Anger Great Again’ was released via Konic Records, and new album “Rebel” is due for release on the same label.
‘Rebel’ is set for release in November 2026 via Konic Records and will be available on all streaming platforms with vinyl and CD editions available from the band’s online store at: https://jameskennedystuff.bandcamp.com
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