Legendary rock band Riley’s L.A. Guns is thrilled to announce the release of an acoustic rendition of their iconic track ‘The Ballad of Jayne’, out now via Golden Robot Records. This reimagined version offers fans a fresh, stripped-down take on one of the band’s most beloved songs, showcasing their musical versatility and emotional depth.
In celebration of this release, Riley’s L.A. Guns is also launching an exclusive 7-inch vinyl edition of the acoustic single. Available on August 16th, this special vinyl release can only be purchased as part of a bundle, making it a must-have collector’s item for dedicated fans and vinyl enthusiasts alike.
“Get ready to rock” is often said, but this time it’s fitting as the legendary hard rock powerhouse, Riley’s L.A. Guns, gears up to unleash their highly anticipated album, ‘The Dark Horse,’ courtesy of Golden Robot Records. After dominating the music scene with their debut album ‘Renegades,’ these rock icons are poised to take you on a wild ride with their sophomore masterpiece.
‘The Dark Horse’ is far from your average album – it’s a sonic revolution. Recorded in the heart of Los Angeles at Stagg Street Studios, this album, led by the incomparable Steve Riley, boldly explores dark and moody melodies that delve deep into the haunting issues of our time.
This isn’t just another album; it’s a testament to Riley’s L.A. Guns’ unrivaled identity and their fearless pursuit of innovation. With each track, ‘The Dark Horse’ invites you on a journey, urging you to embrace the raw intensity of their music. In a world where conformity reigns, this record is a declaration that, for Riley’s L.A. Guns, louder is always better. So, buckle up for a wild ride because ‘The Dark Horse’ is about to hit you like a sonic storm.
Riley’s L.A. Guns has etched a compelling narrative in the annals of rock history. Their meteoric rise began when they signed with Polygram Records in 1987, leading to the creation of their debut album, ‘L.A. Guns,’ which soared to platinum status, selling over a million copies. This marked the outset of their musical journey, establishing them as a formidable force in the music industry and fan favorite.
Following their spectacular debut, the band toured with rock legends like AC/DC, Iron Maiden, and Def Leppard, solidifying their rock dominance. Their second album, ‘Cocked and Loaded‘ (1989), continued the success with chart-toppers like ‘Rip and Tear,’ ‘Never Enough,’ and ‘The Ballad of Jayne,’ going platinum and paving the way for a global tour. In 1990, they released ‘Hollywood Vampires,’ another platinum album with the hit ‘Kiss My Love Goodbye.’ Throughout the years, the band’s musical odyssey has evolved, punctuated by memorable albums and electrifying performances that continually capture critical acclaim and foster a devoted fan base. Their journey is a testament to their enduring passion, resilience, and their unwavering commitment to the artistry of rock ‘n’ roll.
In the year 2020, Riley’s L.A. Guns underwent a monumental rebirth, reaffirming their unwavering commitment to the pulse of rock ‘n’ roll. The band proudly embraced its roots with the return of original member Kelly Nickels on bass, fortified by the rhythmic force of the late Steve Riley on drums, the guitar mastery of Scott Griffin, and guided by the commanding lead vocalist, Kurt Frohlich.
This rebirth marked a significant moment in the band’s trajectory, coinciding with a robust multi-album partnership with Golden Robot Records. As they stand on the cusp of yet another triumphant chapter in their storied career, ‘The Dark Horse’ emerges as the inaugural step on this exhilarating journey. Fans can anticipate nothing short of the high-octane rock ‘n’ roll prowess that Riley’s L.A. Guns has long been celebrated for.
With the sad loss of Steve Riley, this album is a testament to his passion and love for rock and roll and his rich music legacy left behind.
RILEY’S L.A. GUNS, the legendary hard rock band with a formidable three-decade presence in the music scene, is set to unveil their highly anticipated single, “The Dark Horse,” through Golden Robot Records. Released on September 29th, fans get a sneak peek into their forthcoming album of the same name, due for release in early 2024.
“The Dark Horse” embarks on a compelling narrative, encapsulated in a raw, hard-hitting rock ‘n’ roll ballad. Its lyrics deeply explore the challenges of confronting inner demons and wrestling with life-altering decisions. The metaphorical ‘reins’ in the song signify the constant hurdles one must overcome, while the relentless spinning of the world underscores the ceaseless nature of life’s trials.
About L.A. Guns L.A. Guns got their start on Los Angeles’ Sunset Strip. The band was formed in 1986 and signed with Polygram Records in 1987, recording their first album that summer. This first album, titled L.A. Guns went on to sell over 1,000,000 copies giving the band its first platinum award. Tours with AC/DC, Iron Maiden and Def Leppard followed. Their second album, Cocked and Loaded in the spring of 1989. It was a hit right away with the release of “Rip and Tear” as the first single and video. ”Never Enough” and “The Ballad of Jayne” followed, pushing the album toward platinum status once again. A successful world tour followed.
The band’s third album, Hollywood Vampires was recorded in the fall of 1990. With the release of “Kiss My Love Goodbye” as the first single and video, and another successful world tour, the album gave L.A. Guns its third platinum in a row. The band went back into the studio in 1994 to start work on their next album Vicious Circle. Between 1996 and 1999, the band’s members branched out recording and working on outside projects. In late 1999, L.A. Guns went into the studio to record a greatest hits package titled Black Beauties that also included five new songs written for the album.
In 2001, the band released its sixth studio album, Man in the Moon. The band also changed bass guitarists with Adam Hamilton joining the band. A successful world tour followed. L.A. Guns entered the studio for their seventh album in early 2002 with veteran producer Andy Johns, who had worked with the likes of Led Zeppelin and Van Halen to record Waking the Dead. The album was released in late 2002 and garnered L.A. Guns some of the best reviews the band had ever received.
When the US tour to support Waking the Dead ended, Tracii announced that he was “officially” leaving L.A. Guns. The band went into the studio in January of 2004 to record Rips the Covers Off with producer Andy Johns. This was a collection of 70’s rock songs. Once again, the band went on a full world tour to support the new CD…
In May of 2005, L.A. Guns began work on Tales from the Strip with Andy Johns again producing. L.A. Guns hooked up with WASP for an early summer through September tour. In early 2006, L.A. Guns did some local L.A. shows and recorded them for a new live CD. This new live CD, Loud and Dangerous was released late August 2006 with the band again supporting it with a world tour.
In Early 2007 long time bassist Adam Hamilton decided to do song writing and producing full time. The guys acquired Hollywood veteran Scotty Griffin, but in Mid 2009 Griffin left the band to do a residency in Las Vegas. Kenny Kweens from Beautiful Creatures quickly came aboard as the new bass guitarist. 2011 sparked the triumphant return of Scotty Griffin on Bass. The band released their tenth studio album Hollywood Forever in June 2012. The album was produced once again by veteran music producer, Andy Johns.
The new record debuted at #25 on the Billboard Rock charts with the title track “Hollywood Forever”, and it was considered one of the best Hard Rock albums of 2012 by fans and critics alike, proving once again that L.A. Guns were on top of their game with additional tracks “You Better Not Love Me” and “Sweet Mystery”.
In December 2012, guitarist Stacey Blades announced his departure after serving the band for almost ten years, to follow a different musical direction. In January 2013, the talented guitarist Michael Grant – frontman of his own band, Endeverafter -crossed paths with singer Phil Lewis. His dynamic performance complimented Guns’ raw rock n’ roll energy, and he hit the ground running as the new lead guitarist. In September of 2014, Kenny Kweens replaced Scotty Griffin as the band’s bassist.
After some time down and a few personnel changes , the band has been reborn as Riley’s LA Guns with the return of original member Kelly Nickels on bass, Steve Riley who had been the most consistent member throughout the years still on drums, Scotty Griffin on guitar and Kurt Frohlich on lead singer and singed a multi album deal with International independent powerhouse rock label Golden Robot Records and released their debut album as Riley’s LA GunsRenegades to critical acclaim.
Now with more than 30 years’ worth of noteworthy material , platinum sales, world tours and controversy, the band have proved to be true warriors of the 80’s hard rock genre and are geared to tear it up across the world giving audiences the high octane Rock-n-Roll that is Riley’s L.A. Guns
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