With just days to wait now before the ultimate tribute to Ritchie Blackmore’s Rainbow, Ride The Rainbow, touches down on June 19, Cleopatra Records are proud to unleash the final single from the set, and they might just have saved the best until last.
Sebastian Bach, the former Skid Row and Big Noize hero who now leads Twisted Sister, fronts a devastating performance of “Man On The Silver Mountain” – originally a cut from Rainbow’s epochal debut album, back in 1975, but a concert favorite for years thereafter.
Rainbow’s own Bob Daisley, Uriah Heep’s Mick Box, Journey’s Jonathan Cain and Whitesnake’s Doug Aldrich complete the line-up, alongside the super-legendary Carmine Appice (Vanilla Fudge, Cactus, Beck Bogert & Appice, Rod Stewart etc) – who reveals that he was almost in Rainbow himself!
“I was supposed to be in Rainbow back in the day. Ritchie asked me to be in it, but I couldn’t do it, so I was very pleased to play on this track. I love all the musicians, too – they are all fantastic players and all good friends .So this track kicks ass!”
Jonathan Cain, too, has only the happiest memories of Rainbow. “When Cleopatra asked me to play on a Rainbow Tribute project, I was excited to add my keyboards to it. Rainbow with Ronnie James Dio were one of the truly melodic and memorable metal bands. I got to party with him towards the end of his touring days after a Sweden Rock Festival. His soaring voice and melodies will be remembered for decades to come.”
Ride The Rainbow itself is an absolutely star-studded journey through the many faces of the Ritchie Blackmore-led legend, with stunning performances from no fewer than six Rainbow alumni – Daisley is joined on the album by Ronnie Romero, Graham Bonnet, Don Airey, Joe Lynn Turner and Doogie White! Plus Steve Morse (Blackmore’s successor in Deep Purple), and Ritchie’s Blackmore’s Night partner Candice Night,. As the subtitle says, it truly is “The Ultimate Tribute To Ritchie Blackmore’s Rainbow.”
1. Long Live Rock ’n’ Roll – Bob Daisley, Graham Bonnet, Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal, Carmine Appice, Don Airey 2. Man on the Silver Mountain – Sebastian Bach, Doug Aldrich, Bob Daisley, Carmine Appice, Mick Box, Jonathan Cain 3. Stargazer – Derek Sherinian, Marty Friedman, Vinny Appice, Jürgen Engler, Joe Bouchard, Ronnie Romero 4. Lady of the Lake – Angel 5. Rainbow Eyes – Mike Tramp 6. Since You Been Gone – Marty Friedman, Vinny Appice, Graham Bonnet, Jürgen Engler 7. Kill the King – Rick Wakeman, Bob Daisley, Vinnie Moore, Marc Lopes, Chris Adler 8. The Temple of the King – Steve Morse, Phil Soussan, Ronnie Romero, Simon Wright, Jonathan Cain, Kevin James Morse 9. Jealous Lover – George Lynch, Vinny Appice, Andrew Freeman, David Ellefson, Jonathan Cain 10. I Surrender – Eric Gales, Tim “Ripper” Owens, Phil Soussan, Don Airey, Chris Adler 11. Catch the Rainbow – Doogie White, Derek Sherinian, Chris Poland, Vinny Appice, Bob Daisley 12. Street of Dreams – Paul Shortino, Joel Hoekstra, Joe Bouchard, Fred Aching, Jonathan Cain 13. Stone Cold – Vivian Campbell, Joe Lynn Turner 14. I Surrender – Marcus Nand, Candice Night
Jimmy Kay and Alan Dixon from The Metal Voice recently spoke to Sebastian Bach who will be embarking on US tour in 2026 starting February.
Bach was also asked about his thoughts on the Triumph Reunion tour he said, “I’m happy for Triumph. I think it’s incredible. I’ve always loved Triumph. I bought a ticket when I was like 10 years old to the Peterborough Memorial Center. I saw the poster of Triumph on the wall at A & A records and tapes in the Peterborough Square and it was the poster of Gil Moore on the drum kit with his hand up in the air and then there was Pyro going off and Rick Emmett was playing his double neck. I thought, I got to go to this show. I couldn’t believe it when Gil Moore came down off the drum throne and started talking to the crowd because I never saw a drummer do that. Moore said, “Hey, Peterborough, what’s going on?” and I was like, “Oh, he’s the drummer. Like, how’s that happening right now?” I thought Rick Emmett was going to be talking to the crowd. No, Gil’s in charge. So, I love the band. I’ve always loved a band. Well, I was happy to be part of the tribute album, Magic Power. I got to do 24 hours a day and then Rock and Roll Machine. And when I see Triumph get together (reunite), I’m like, “Hey, Snake and Rachel, what do you think of the Triumph tour? What do you think? What are your opinions on this? Well, if Triumph is going back on tour and Rush is going back on tour, what is our problem? Like what the heck’s wrong with us? Like it’s just silly. I mean, but I’m not waiting around either at the same time. I got my own band. I got my own albums and I play tons of shows. I’m extremely busy.”
SEBASTIAN BACH NORTH AMERICAN HEADLINING DATES
Feb 26 – Highland, CA – Yaamava Casino* Feb 27 – Fresno, CA – Tower Theatre Feb 28 – Oroville, CA – Feather Falls Casino* Mar 02 – Portland, OR – Aladdin Theatre Mar 04 – Victoria, BC – Capital Ballroom Mar 06 – Boise, ID – Treefort Music Hall Mar 07 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Depot Mar 09 – Billings, MT – The Pub Station Ballroom Mar 10 – Minot, ND – The Original Mar 13 – Des Plaines, IL – Des Plaines Theatre Mar 14 – Florence, IN – Belterra Resort Casino* Mar 15 – Wyandotte, MI – District 142 Mar 18 – Marion, IL – Marion Culture Civic Center Mar 20 – Millvale, PA – Mr. Smalls Mar 21 – Jim Thorpe, PA – Penn’s Peak* Mar 22 – Hampton Beach, NH – Wally’s Mar 24 – Albany, NY – Empire Live Mar 25 – Harrisburg, PA – Capitol City Music Hall Mar 27 – Leesburg, VA – Tally Ho Theater Mar 28 – Greenville, SC – Radio Room Mar 29 – Charleston, SC – Music Farm Mar 31 – Jacksonville, FL – Five Apr 02 – Sebastian, FL – Capt Hirams Hall Apr 03 – St. Petersburg, FL – Ferg’s Entertainment Center* Apr 04 – Destin, FL – Club LA Apr 06 – Nashville, TN – Cannery Hall Apr 10 – West Wendover, NV – Peppermill Casino*
On the heels of a wildly successful Australian tour with sold-out shows in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, and Adelaide, SEBASTIAN BACH announces his 2026 North American headlining tour, The Party Never Ends, kicking off February 26 in Highland, California at Yaamava’ Casino.
The tour will bring Bach’s unmistakable voice as he delivers the iconic hits from his days in SKID ROW, alongside fan favorites from his expansive solo catalog, including material from his latest album, Child Within the Man, hailed by Metal Hammer as “an unapologetic celebration of what Sebastian Bach does best,” with Associated Press saying “…it shows a fierce performer in prime fighting form…his vocals remain sharp and his songwriting talents as cunning as ever,” In addition, “(Hold On) To the Dream” track was included in Consequence’s 30 Best Metal & Hard Rock Songs of 2024 which described the song as “…a career masterpiece from the former Skid Row singer. Baz hits some of the highest notes of his career on the sweeping ballad, an inspiring anthem about perseverance.“
Joining the tour as direct support are modern rock standouts STITCHED UP HEART. handpicked by Sebastian Bach for his 2020 tour celebrating the debut SKID ROW album. That tour was ultimately cancelled due to COVID, making this long-awaited pairing finally come full circle.
VIP Meet & Greet Packages will be available. For full details and ticket links, visit www.sebastianbach.com.
Additionally, Sebastian Bach has also dropped a new “Car Wash Hot Wax” edit of the single “What Do I Got to Lose?”, delivering a hotter, extended bikini car wash performance by none other than his wife, Suzanne. “What Do I Got to Lose?” made an immediate splash at radio, debuting as the #1 Most Added track upon release, bridging Sebastian Bach’s iconic legacy with his modern solo relevance.
SEBASTIAN BACH NORTH AMERICAN HEADLINING DATES
Feb 26 – Highland, CA – Yaamava Casino* Feb 27 – Fresno, CA – Tower Theatre Feb 28 – Oroville, CA – Feather Falls Casino* Mar 02 – Portland, OR – Aladdin Theatre Mar 04 – Victoria, BC – Capital Ballroom Mar 06 – Boise, ID – Treefort Music Hall Mar 07 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Depot Mar 09 – Billings, MT – The Pub Station Ballroom Mar 10 – Minot, ND – The Original Mar 13 – Des Plaines, IL – Des Plaines Theatre Mar 14 – Florence, IN – Belterra Resort Casino* Mar 15 – Wyandotte, MI – District 142 Mar 18 – Marion, IL – Marion Culture Civic Center Mar 20 – Millvale, PA – Mr. Smalls Mar 21 – Jim Thorpe, PA – Penn’s Peak* Mar 22 – Hampton Beach, NH – Wally’s Mar 24 – Albany, NY – Empire Live Mar 25 – Harrisburg, PA – Capitol City Music Hall Mar 27 – Leesburg, VA – Tally Ho Theater Mar 28 – Greenville, SC – Radio Room Mar 29 – Charleston, SC – Music Farm Mar 31 – Jacksonville, FL – Five Apr 02 – Sebastian, FL – Capt Hirams Hall Apr 03 – St. Petersburg, FL – Ferg’s Entertainment Center* Apr 04 – Destin, FL – Club LA Apr 06 – Nashville, TN – Cannery Hall Apr 10 – West Wendover, NV – Peppermill Casino*
*no STITCHED UP HEART
ADDITIONAL ONE-OFF DATES 2025 Dec 12 – West Siloam Springs, OK – Cherokee Hotel & Casino* Dec 13 – Roland, OK – Cherokee Casino and Hotel Dec 27 – Airway Heights, WA – Pend Oreille Pavilion at Northern Quest Resort & Casino
2026 Jan 7 – Snoqualmie, WA – Snoqualmie Casino Jan 17 – Lincoln City, OR – Chinook Winds Casino Resort Jan 24 – Atlantic City, NJ – Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena w/ Tesla Feb 21 – Newton, NC – Newton Performing Arts Center Feb 26 – Highland, CA – Yaamava’ Theater* Mar 14 – Florence, IN – Belterra Casino Resort Mar 21 – Jim Thorpe, PA – Penn’s Peak May 31- Lake Charles, LA – L’Auberge Casino Aug 21 – Gatlinburg, TN – The Mountain Festival 2026 Oct 3 – Saint Charles, MO – The Family Arena w/ Great White and Quiet Riot
About Sebastian Bach:
With an inimitable presence as loud as his instantly identifiable voice, SEBASTIAN BACH has left a San Andreas Fault-size imprint on music, theater, film, television, and culture. Moreover, his influence only continues to magnify. He has penned and voiced some of the most iconic anthems in rock history, crafting a catalog highlighted by generational hits such as “18 and Life,” “I Remember You,” “Youth Gone Wild,” “Slave To The Grind,” “Wasted Time,” and “Monkey Business,” to name a few. He has made history as “the first heavy metal singer on Broadway” with a now legendary turn in Jekyll & Hyde: The Musical in addition to leading roles in The Rocky Horror Picture Show and Jesus Christ Superstar. He has appeared in dozens of television series and films, ranging from “Trailer Park Boys” and “Robot Chicken” to “SpongeBob SquarePants,” “The Masked Singer,” and “Hell’s Kitchen.” Speaking to his versatility, he’s the rare force of nature who can duet with Axl Rose and reprise a seven-season recurring role on “Gilmore Girls.”
For Canada’s The Metal Voice former Anthrax Singer Neil Turbin spoke to Ex-Skid Row singer Sebastian Bach at the Rock for Ronnie 2025 concert on Sunday, May 18 at Autry Museum in Griffith Park for Ronnie James Dio Stand Up & Shout Cancer Fund. Bach was headlining the fundraiser benefit concert.
Bach talked about Ronnie James Dio, his current album and spoke briefly about Skid Rows other singers When asked who he thought was the best singer (other than himself) Skid Row had in their career he replied,” I would need to hear them sing and I have never listened to any of them ever. Why would I listen to that?
The Ronnie James Dio Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund (www.diocancerfund.org) was founded in memory of the legendary singer, who lost his life to gastric cancer in 2010. A privately funded 501(c)(3) public charity, the Ronnie James Dio Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund has already raised over $2 million since its inception. Monies raised have been committed to the cancer research work of the T. J. Martell Foundation for Cancer, AIDS and Leukemia Research, the gastric cancer research unit of the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, where Ronnie was treated for gastric cancer during the last six months of his life, and other cancer research projects. Since 2016, the Dio Cancer Fund has committed funds to support the research of Dr. David Wong and his team at the UCLA School of Dentistry in developing a simple, non-invasive saliva test for the early detection of cancer.
100% of the net proceeds from the ROCK FOR RONNIE will go to the Dio Cancer Fund, which is now in its 15th year of raising awareness and much-needed funding for cancer prevention, education and research for a cure. The organization also hosts the annual Bowl for Ronnie Celebrity Bowling Party in November.
Rock from the Heart with sponsors Sanford Health and 107.9 The Fox are excited to announce that Sebastian Bach, former frontman of the iconic band Skid Row, will headline the Rock from the Heart Benefit Concert on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at the Avalon Events Center in Fargo, ND.
This annual event supports Rock from the Heart’s mission to raise awareness of aortic and heart valve disease while bringing together the community through the power of music.
Opening the evening will be Aortic Fire, Rock from the Heart’s house band, featuring heart surgery survivors Pete Johnson (Rock from the Heart founder) and Gina Schock (drummer of the legendary Go-Go’s.) Their inspiring performance showcases the strength and resilience of those who have undergone heart surgery, sending a message of hope to patients and families.
In addition to the concert, Rock from the Heart is hosting a day of education on Friday, May 2, 2025, at the Courtyard by Marriott -Moorhead. The Aortic Ed Sessions are designed to provide patients, caregivers, and medical professionals vital information about aortic and heart valve disease. The sessions will feature experts in the field, patient stories, and critical insights into managing and treating these conditions.
Sessions are scheduled from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM followed by an informal cocktail reception and dinner designed for attendees to relax, connect, and enjoy meaningful conversations in a comfortable atmosphere. This is the perfect opportunity to network, share experiences, and unwind after an insightful day.
This event promises a weekend filled with meaningful discussions, life-saving education, and heart-pumping music. Ticket information for the concert and registration details for the Aortic Ed Sessions are available at http://www.rockfromtheheart.org/event-details.
Proceeds from the concert event support Rock from the Heart’s mission to raise awareness of aortic and heart valve disease and provide resources for patients and families. In addition, funds will help launch the new community heart screening initiative focused on early detection of aortic and heart valve disease, offering critical assessments for those at risk in underserved populations.
About Rock from the Heart
Rock from the Heart is committed to raising awareness and educating the public about aortic and heart valve disease. Through benefit concerts, educational programs, and community outreach, the organization provides essential resources and support for patients and their families, providing them with the knowledge and resources to navigate their journey from diagnosis to recovery.
SEBASTIAN BACH is releasing yet another video from his “Child Within The Man”album (Reigning Phoenix Music). The new video for ‘To Live Again’ marks the seventh from the album and is another collaboration between BACH and Jim Louvau and Tony Aguilera.
“‘To Live Again’ is the closest song to a ballad on the record. It was co-written with the super talented Myles Kennedy, who also co-wrote the song ‘What Do I Got to Lose?,’ the first single off this record,”SEBASTIAN says. “I could not be more proud of this song and this video. This song is the sound of my voice being pushed as far and as hard as it will go, in every way – power, range and emotion. If you have enjoyed the ballads that I have been releasing since the year 1989, I really do think you will enjoy this song and video.”
“We have been working on this video for months and months and it was finally completed in January 2025. Without a doubt, this is the most time, effort and pathos that I have ever put into creating a rock video. This video is like a fantasy dream that has been going through my head for the last year. The directors Jim Louvau and Tony Aguilera have made recurring dreams that I have had at night come to life in this beautifully shot video.”
This year will see SEBASTIAN expand his horizons with his first-ever art show. In collaboration with Wentworth Gallery, BACH will be making a special in-person appearance on the Monsters Of Rock Cruise (March 10-15) showcasing stunning works inspired by his late father, the renowned artist David Bierk. On the live front, look for a May headlining performance at M3 Rock Festival followed by a slot at Summerfest.
2024 was a remarkable year for the singer, songwriter, author, Broadway star, and actor. BACH’s “Child Within The Man” album – his first in more than 10 years – was well-received, with Associated Press saying “…it shows a fierce performer in prime fighting form…his vocals remain sharp and his songwriting talents as cunning as ever,” while Ultimate Classic Rock noted: “BACH’s voice has lost none of its rage or range, even in the highest registers…” In addition, the album’s ‘(Hold On) To The Dream’ track was included in Consequence’s “30 Best Metal & Hard Rock Songs Of 2024” which described the song as “…a late-career masterpiece from the former SKID ROW singer. Baz hits some of the highest notes of his career on the sweeping ballad, an inspiring anthem about perseverance.”
“I would like to thank all of the rockers who put “Child Within The Man” at the top of so many fans top album lists of 2024,”BACH continues. “This will be the last full video that we will shoot for a while. There is one more video surprise coming later this year from the record, but this will be the last full concept video from the album…for now anyways. I cannot thank you all enough for the support on this project which has consumed my life for over a decade now. For those devastated by the California wildfires and the courageous first responders, the song ‘To Live Again’ carries the sentiment that even if you lose everything you have, if you still have your family, that is the most important thing. Make art at all costs. That’s what we do. The show must go on. There is no other option.”
On the touring front, SEBASTIAN performed a record 91 shows in 2024. The dates included two successful North American tours – one around the release of the album, followed by another leg of autumn shows – and a series of overseas appearances just before the album’s release.
Last month, SEBASTIAN was back on TV when he appeared on Food Network’s “Worst Cooks In America – Celebrity Edition: Heroes vs. Villains.” In addition, last June SEBASTIAN was the subject of an A&E“Biography: Rock Legends” special. This follows his 2023 appearance as ‘Tiki’ on Fox’s “The Masked Singer.”
‘To Live Again,’ is the latest release from his “Child Within The Man” album which has yielded the following singles/videos, all of which have impacted the rock charts: ‘Freedom,’‘What Do I Got To Lose?,’‘Everybody Bleeds,’and ‘(Hold On) To The Dream’ (along with the ‘(Hold On) To The Dream’ alternate video) and ‘Future Of Youth.’
Album artwork: David Bierk – Execution: Scott M Fischer
“Child Within The Man” was recorded in Orlando, Florida; produced and mixed by Elvis Baskette; engineered by Jef Moll, assistant engineered by Josh Saldate; and mastered by Robert Ludwig/Gateway Mastering. BACH wrote or co-wrote all the album’s 11 tracks and sang all lead and backing vocals. “Child Within The Man”features guest appearances from John 5, Steve Stevens, and Orianthi – who all co-wrote their respective tracks with BACH – and two tracks co-written with Myles Kennedy (‘What Do I Got To Lose?’ and ‘To Live Again’); Devin Bronson on guitars, Todd Kerns (bass) and Jeremy Colson (drums) round out the players on the album.
With an inimitable presence as loud as his instantly identifiable voice, SEBASTIAN BACH has left a San Andreas Fault-size imprint on music, theater, film, television, and culture. Moreover, his influence only continues to magnify. He has penned and voiced some of the most iconic anthems in rock history, crafting a catalogue highlighted by generational hits such as ‘18 And Life,’‘I Remember You,’‘Youth Gone Wild,’‘Slave To The Grind,’‘Wasted Time,’ and ‘Monkey Business,’ to name a few. He has made history as “the first heavy metal singer on Broadway” with a now legendary turn in “Jekyll & Hyde: The Musical” in addition to leading roles in “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” and “Jesus Christ Superstar.” He has appeared in dozens of television series and films, ranging from “Trailer Park Boys” and “Robot Chicken” to “Spongebob Squarepants,”“The Masked Singer,” and “Hell’s Kitchen.” Speaking to his versatility, he’s the rare force of nature who can duet with Axl Rose and reprise a seven-season recurring role on “Gilmore Girls.”
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