GRAMMY® Award-winning bassist David Ellefson (ex-Megadeth) and acclaimed metal vocalist Jeff Scott Soto have unleashed the official music video for their hard-hitting single “SOAB”, taken from the band’s sophomore album Unbreakable, out now via Rat Pak Records.

“This song represents the savage, raw and punk side of all of us in this band! The same as the world common bond is we sleep, eat and blink our eyes daily, we ALL know and have encountered a true S.O.A.B. in our lifetimes…this is their theme song!” says Soto.

Filmed at Rogue Recording Studios in London (UK), the “SOAB” video was directed by Elia Turra. The video is powerful, loud, and outrageous—made to be cranked at full volume!

In addition, fans will have the chance to watch Ellefson-Soto live for the first time on April 9, 2026, when the band makes their debut performance at the legendary Whisky A Go-Go in Hollywood, California. Immediately after, the band will take to the seas as part of the Monsters of Rock Cruise, sailing April 12–16 out of Miami, Florida.

Stream or Download at: https://lnk.to/EllefsonSoto
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07WGRV9D8
Signed Vinyl & CD Bundles: https://tinyurl.com/5fjju9zk

The duo Ellefson-Soto is joined by Italian guitarist Andy Martongelli and Paolo Caridi on drums. Unbreakable features 11 studio tracks with guest appearances from Tim Ripper Owens (KK’s Priest) and Burning Witches front-woman Laura Guldemond.

Recorded at Rogue Studios in Wembley UK, by Alessio Garavello and produced by Chris Collier (Mick Mars, Korn, Flat Black) “Unbreakable” is a sonic assault packed with catchy riffs, melodic vocals, and thoughtful lyrics that blends their classic metal roots with modern rock intensity.

“This album digs even deeper,” says Ellefson. “It’s heavier, more personal, and shaped by everything we’ve experienced on and off the stage.” Soto adds, “The energy we poured into this one—it’s the sound of two lifetimes colliding in riffs, rage, and redemption.”

Ellefson further comments, “One of the things I like most is I feel like you can hear a real sense of brotherhood on our records, that we’re really in the creative process together as a band. The consistency of our sound has remained intact while allowing us to further build upon each other’s strengths from our debut album. It’s an honest, organic approach that blends well and lets us explore new sounds and musical paths.  At the end of the day, I don’t think there is anything that an artist desires more than that!”

“Unbreakable” dropped August 15, 2025, and is available on all major streaming platforms with limited edition autographed Vinyl, CD & Cassette bundles exclusively through Rat Pak Records.

TRACK LISTING

1. Unbreakable
2. SOAB
3. Shout
4. Hate You, Hate Me
5. Poison Tears (Featuring Laura Guldemond of Burning Witches)
6. Ghosts
7. Vengeance (Featuring Tim Ripper Owens of KK’s Priest)
8. Snakes and Bastards
9. It’s Over When I Say It’s Over
10. The Day We Built Rome
11. Death on Two Legs (bonus track) CD & Vinyl

You can view all available formats at this link: https://ratpakrecords.com

GRAMMY® Award winning bassist David Ellefson (Ex-Megadeth) and acclaimed metal vocalist Jeff Scott Soto have unleashed the official music video for “Vengeance,” featuring guest vocals from the legendary Tim “Ripper” Owens (KK’s Priest, ex-Judas Priest).

The track comes from Ellefson-Soto’s highly anticipated sophomore album Unbreakable, that is out now via Rat Pak Records. “Vengeance” showcases the band’s heavier, more aggressive sound while highlighting the commanding presence of Owens, whose dynamic performance adds an electrifying layer to the song, driving you into a true dark nightmare.

“One of the darker tracks from our new album. We are honored to have Tim ‘Ripper’ Owens with us on this one as he and Jeff tell the savory story of sweet revenge,” says Ellefson.

“I loved this song when I was the only singer on it, but I loved it even more when we got our friend Tim ‘Ripper’ Owens to duet with me on it. It’s heavy, tons of attitude and full metal assault!” adds Soto.

Stream or Download at: https://lnk.to/EllefsonSoto
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07WGRV9D8
Signed Vinyl & CD Bundles: https://tinyurl.com/5fjju9zk

The video was directed by Elia Turra.

The duo Ellefson-Soto is joined by Italian guitarist Andy Martongelli and Paolo Caridi on drums. Unbreakable features 11 studio tracks with guest appearances from Tim Ripper Owens (KK’s Priest) and Burning Witches front-woman Laura Guldemond.

Recorded at Rogue Studios in Wembley UK, by Alessio Garavello and produced by Chris Collier (Mick Mars, Korn, Flat Black) “Unbreakable” is a sonic assault packed with catchy riffs, melodic vocals, and thoughtful lyrics that blends their classic metal roots with modern rock intensity.

“This album digs even deeper,” says Ellefson. “It’s heavier, more personal, and shaped by everything we’ve experienced on and off the stage.” Soto adds, “The energy we poured into this one—it’s the sound of two lifetimes colliding in riffs, rage, and redemption.”

Ellefson further comments, “One of the things I like most is I feel like you can hear a real sense of brotherhood on our records, that we’re really in the creative process together as a band. The consistency of our sound has remained intact while allowing us to further build upon each other’s strengths from our debut album. It’s an honest, organic approach that blends well and lets us explore new sounds and musical paths.  At the end of the day, I don’t think there is anything that an artist desires more than that!”

“Unbreakable” dropped August 15, 2025, and is available on all major streaming platforms with limited edition autographed Vinyl, CD & Cassette bundles exclusively through Rat Pak Records.

TRACK LISTING

1. Unbreakable
2. SOAB
3. Shout
4. Hate You, Hate Me
5. Poison Tears (Featuring Laura Guldemond of Burning Witches)
6. Ghosts
7. Vengeance (Featuring Tim Ripper Owens of KK’s Priest)
8. Snakes and Bastards
9. It’s Over When I Say It’s Over
10. The Day We Built Rome
11. Death on Two Legs (bonus track) CD & Vinyl

You can view all available formats at this link: https://ratpakrecords.com/

GRAMMY® Award winning bassist David Ellefson (Ex-Megadeth) and acclaimed metal vocalist Jeff Scott Soto have once again joined forces and are set to release their highly anticipated second album “Unbreakable” out on August 15, 2025, via Rat Pak Records. 

Today, the powerhouse duo unveiled the official music video for “Shout,” the album’s second single. The video delivers a hard-hitting performance piece that captures the raw energy, chemistry, and sonic force the pair have become known for.

“Shout is another call to those who refuse to take smack from anyone and everyone. This is our war cry theme to the world we live in today, most around the world have something to stand up for or shout about and that’s what this song represents!” says Soto.

Ellefson adds, “In a world of division and negativity, we chose to take the approach with this song that we are better together. Standing united, our voices can and will be heard.” 

The duo Ellefson-Soto is joined by Italian guitarist Andy Martongelli and Paolo Caridi on drums and features 11 studio tracks with guest appearances from Tim Ripper Owens (KK’s Priest) and Burning Witches front-woman Laura Guldemond.

Recorded at Rogue Studios in Wembley UK, by Alessio Garavello and produced by Chris Collier (Mick Mars, Korn, Flat Black) “Unbreakable” is a sonic assault packed with catchy riffs, melodic vocals, and thoughtful lyrics that blends their classic metal roots with modern rock intensity.

“This album digs even deeper,” says Ellefson. “It’s heavier, more personal, and shaped by everything we’ve experienced on and off the stage.” Soto adds, “The energy we poured into this one—it’s the sound of two lifetimes colliding in riffs, rage, and redemption.”

Ellefson further comments, “One of the things I like most is I feel like you can hear a real sense of brotherhood on our records, that we’re really in the creative process together as a band. The consistency of our sound has remained intact while allowing us to further build upon each other’s strengths from our debut album. It’s an honest, organic approach that blends well and lets us explore new sounds and musical paths.  At the end of the day, I don’t think there is anything that an artist desires more than that!”

“Unbreakable” drops August 15, 2025, and will be available on all major streaming platforms with limited edition autographed Vinyl, CD & Cassette bundles exclusively through Rat Pak Records.

TRACK LISTING

1. Unbreakable
2. SOAB
3. Shout
4. Hate You, Hate Me
5. Poison Tears (Featuring Laura Guldemond of Burning Witches)
6. Ghosts
7. Vengeance (Featuring Tim Ripper Owens of KK’s Priest)
8. Snakes and Bastards
9. It’s Over When I Say It’s Over
10. The Day We Built Rome
11. Death on Two Legs (bonus track) CD & Vinyl

You can view all available formats and pre-order at https://ratpakrecords.com/

GRAMMY® Award winning bassist David Ellefson (Ex-Megadeth) and acclaimed metal vocalist Jeff Scott Soto have once again joined forces and are set to release their highly anticipated second album “Unbreakable” out on August 15, 2025, via Rat Pak Records. Alongside the album announcement, the duo has unveiled a powerful new music video for the title track “Unbreakable,” giving fans a first taste of the record’s sound.

The duo Ellefson-Soto is joined by Italian guitarist Andy Martongelli and Paolo Caridi on drums and features 11 studio tracks with guest appearances from Tim Ripper Owens (KK’s Priest) and Burning Witches front-woman Laura Guldemond.

Recorded at Rogue Studios in Wembley UK, by Alessio Garavello and produced by Chris Collier (Mick Mars, Korn, Flat Black) “Unbreakable” is a sonic assault packed with catchy riffs, melodic vocals, and thoughtful lyrics that blends their classic metal roots with modern rock intensity.

“This album digs even deeper,” says Ellefson. “It’s heavier, more personal, and shaped by everything we’ve experienced on and off the stage.” Soto adds, “The energy we poured into this one—it’s the sound of two lifetimes colliding in riffs, rage, and redemption.”

Ellefson further comments, “One of the things I like most is I feel like you can hear a real sense of brotherhood on our records, that we’re really in the creative process together as a band. The consistency of our sound has remained intact while allowing us to further build upon each other’s strengths from our debut album. It’s an honest, organic approach that blends well and lets us explore new sounds and musical paths.  At the end of the day, I don’t think there is anything that an artist desires more than that!”

“Unbreakable” drops August 15, 2025, and will be available on all major streaming platforms with limited edition autographed Vinyl, CD & Cassette bundles exclusively through Rat Pak Records.

TRACK LISTING

1. Unbreakable
2. SOAB
3. Shout
4. Hate You, Hate Me
5. Poison Tears (Featuring Laura Guldemond of Burning Witches)
6. Ghosts
7. Vengeance (Featuring Tim Ripper Owens of KK’s Priest)
8. Snakes and Bastards
9. It’s Over When I Say It’s Over
10. The Day We Built Rome
11. Death on Two Legs (bonus track) CD & Vinyl

You can view all available formats and pre-order at https://ratpakrecords.com/

ROAR! Rock Of Angels Records is proud to announce that the debut album “Vacation in the Underworld” by the living metal legends ELLEFSON-SOTO will be released in Europe on November 11, 2022 under the exclusive license of Rat Pak Records! In a partnership that has been years in the making, GRAMMY® Award winning bassist David Ellefson and acclaimed metal vocalist Jeff Scott Soto have joined forces for an all-new collaboration, Ellefson-Soto. The band follows the tradition of successful individuals that joined forces to create memorable music: David Coverdale & Jimmy Page, Tony Iommi & Glenn Hughes, Tommy Shaw & Jack Blades, Michael Sweet & George Lynch to name a few examples. The metal duo is joined by Andy Martongelli on guitar and keys and Paulo Caridi on drums to unleash their debut album Vacation In The Underworld. The album features eleven tracks and three bonus recordings that demonstrate why Ellefson-Soto is considered legends by many in the metal world.

“Vacation In The Underwold” will be released in Europe on November 11, 2022 as jewel case CD and on December 16, 2022 as Transparent Green 180g Vinyl edition that is limited to 300! Both versions come with an exclusive EU bonus track!

Pre-order the album here: https://www.musicmegastore.com/artist/ellefson-soto/

To celebrate the occasion, the band in collaboration with ROAR! Rock of Angels Records unveil a new video for the song “The Reason” today!

ELLEFSON-SOTO are:
David Ellefson – Bass Guitars
Jeff Scott Soto – Vocals
Andy Martongelli – Guitars / Keyboards
Paolo Caridi – Drums
 
Guests on the album:
Jade Etro of Frozen Crown
Steve Conley and Ken Mary from Flotsam and Jetsam

Megadeth bassist David Ellefson and Sons of Apollo vocalist Jeff Scott Soto have been collaborating on some new material recently under the moniker ELLEFSON-SOTO. The Ellefson-Soto version of the Riot classic “Swords & Tequila” released via Ellefson’s Combat Records on www.ellefsonmusic.bandcamp.com and across all digital streaming outlets.The song was originally featured on the 1981 Riot LP Fire Down Under (Elektra). The play through video can be seen here:

The track was produced by David Ellefson & Andy Martongelli, mixed by Alessio Garavello in Wembley, England and mastered by Maor Appelbaum in Los Angeles, CA. The video is directed by Elia Turra for Fisheye Studio in Verona, Italy.

The ELLEFSON-SOTO recording lineup includes:
David Ellefson- Bass
Jeff Scott Soto- Lead Vocals
Andy Martongelli- Lead & Rhythm Guitars
Paolo Caridi- Drums
*Featuring Rick Hughes- Lead Vocals (Swords & Tequila)

Says Ellefson, “Jeff and I have been friends for so many years that it’s great to finally collaborate on some material together. He has such a distinctive voice and perfect style for some new ideas my guitarist Andy Martongelli (Ellefson) and I have been composing. We are excited about the progress of it all and thought this would be a perfect time to give a little sneak preview. “

Jeff adds, “As COVID-19 became a big negative around the globe, it actually offered many artists a chance to finally collaborate with one another that might have never happened otherwise…as I have known David for many years, I knew from our other efforts outside of our day jobs that we could come up with some badass jams…and here we are, letting you in on our cool little secret!”.

As for the choice of cover song Ellefson reminisced, “The first time I ever heard of Riot was on the Castle Donington Monters of Rock album from 1980. For me, they were the USA representatives during the New Wave of British Heavy Metal. And, “Swords & Tequila”, along with the entire Fire Down Under album for that matter, show the band delivering it’s rowdy and high energy rock n roll like no other band in the USA was doing at that time. So, it is an honor to offer them much deserved reverence, as well as a reminiscent tribute to the mighty Guy Speranza, who fronted the band like a god during that period.

Soto adds, “What can I say? This was a classic metal track from Riot that we all knew growing up, when David brought up that we should cover it I was thrilled. But when we added Rick Hughes from the band Sword onto it, it truly came to life! 40 years after its release, we hope you dig this new version we built for you!”

Vocalist Rick Hughes is the founding front man of the iconic Quebec Power Metal group SWORD. The Canadian quartet formed in 1981 and have released a string of metal classics including their eponymous 1984 Aquarias Records debut Metalized which has been esteemed by fans and musicians alike including the likes of Metallica,  Megadeth,  Motorhead and many more. Hughes explains, “To me, music has always been the best medicine and that is why in this time of not being able to perform with live musicians in front of a live audience, I was more than happy to participate in this camaraderie of seasoned musicians.” Sword’s latest album In Kommand is now available via Combat Records.

More new tracks from Ellefson-Soto are in the works with release details to be announced.

Riot formed in New York City in 1975 and has produced a long list of classic hard rock albums for Victor Entertainment, Capitol & Elektra Records as well as re-issues by Metal Blade Records. Guy Speranza was a founding member and vocalist for the group and sang on the early albums Rock City (1977), Narita (1979) and Fire Down Under (1981). He was then succeeded by Rhett Forrester in 1982. Speranza passed away in 2003 from pancreatic cancer at the age of 47. Riot has since undergone several member and lineup changes but still remains active under the new name of RIOT V.