Michael Schenker Shares New Single "Rock Bottom" Feat. Kai Hansen

SONG IS TAKEN FROM UPCOMING ALBUM MY YEARS WITH UFO

Following the success of his first single "Mother Mary," featuring Slash and Erik Grönwall, legendary guitarist Michael Schenker is set to release the second single "Rock Bottom" from his new album My Years with UFO.

This epic, 11-minute track once again showcases an incredible lineup featuring Kai Hansen (Gamma Ray, Helloween) on vocals; Derek Sherinian on keys; Brian Tichy on drums; and Barry Sparks on bass. The new single paves the way for what promises to be one of the most exciting rock albums of 2024.

Schenker's new album My Years with UFO is a tribute to the golden years that saw British hard rock band UFO rise from an underground phenomenon to rock legends.

Produced by Michael Schenker and Michael Voss, the new album marks the 50th anniversary of Schenker's era with UFO, spanning from 1972 to 1978. The "German Wunderkind" was asked to join UFO at just 17 years old. Touring the globe as a teenager, Schenker became a driving force behind some of UFO's most loved tracks, such as "Doctor Doctor," "Rock Bottom," and "Only You Can Rock Me."

LISTEN TO "ROCK BOTTOM" FEAT. KAI HANSEN

Although Michael Schenker's era with UFO spanned only six years, his influence as a young songwriter and exceptional guitarist had already left a lasting mark on rock. During these meteoric years, the UFO albums Phenomenon, Force It, No Heavy Petting, Lights Out, Obsession, and the seminal live album Strangers in the Night were recorded, each contributing significantly to the genre. Strangers in the Night particularly stands out as one of the most influential live rock albums of all time and is still regarded as a cornerstone in any rock enthusiast's collection.

In this celebratory album, Michael Schenker presents 11 of UFO's greatest hits from this magical era with an impressive lineup of guest stars. Joining Schenker on this journey are Derek Sherinian on keys; Brian Tichy on drums; and Barry Sparks on bass. 

The stellar roster of guest artists includes Axl Rose, Slash, Kai Hansen, Roger Glover, Joey Tempest, Biff Byford, Jeff Scott Soto, John Norum, Dee Snider, Joel Hoekstra, Joe Lynn Turner, Carmine Appice, Adrian Vandenberg, Michael Voss, Stephen Pearcy, and Erik Grönwall.

This album is the introduction to an upcoming trilogy, as Michael Schenker has signed an exclusive three-album deal with earMUSIC, with additional albums to follow in 2025 and 2026.

My Years with UFO will be released worldwide on September 20 via earMUSIC and is available for pre-order here.

Savage Hands Announce Drop "Rock Bottom" Video — LISTEN

ROCK BOTTOM EP OUT APRIL 7 VIA SHARPTONE

Savage Hands, a hard rock group hailing from the Maryland and Virginia region, will release the Rock Bottom EP via SharpTone Records on April 7. Pre-order it here.

Today, the band has shared the video for the title track. Watch it below.

"When people read the word 'rock bottom,' they typically associate it with something that’s super negative," the band says. "In this sense, we're using it as if it's just where we come from. We come from a low point in the industry, as everyone else does, and we want to make it known that we're proud of where we came from and we love the grind. It takes a lot to be a musician these days and we're proud of the things we had to do and will continue to do to keep getting our music into new ears. It's celebrating the small victories and respecting the long game."

Savage Hands Announce "Rock Bottom" EP + Share "Angel Dust" — LISTEN

Savage Hands, a hard rock group hailing from the Maryland and Virginia area of the U.S., will release the Rock Bottom EP via SharpTone Records on April 7. 

Today, the band has shared the new single "Angel Dust." Listen below.

"'Angel Dust' is just about going for something in life, no matter what kind of hurt you go through in the process," the band says. "We've all worked a job, dated a significant other, or have been involved in some type of scenario that probably weighs down on our mental health or physical health. This song mainly is a representation of a sort of 'lust' we feel trying to achieve greatness from whatever it is we desire — not giving in to the 'red flags' and pushing through them as if the end goal is going to change the outcome." 

As for the EP, vocalist Michael Garrow explains, "When people read the word 'rock bottom,' they typically associate it with something that's super negative. In this sense, we're using it as if it's just where we come from. We come from a low point in the industry, as everyone else does… and we want to make it known that we're proud of where we came from and we love the grind. It takes a lot to be a musician these days and we're proud of the things we had to do and will continue to do to keep getting our music into new ears. It's celebrating the small victories and respecting the long game."

Follow Savage Hands on TikTok here.

LA alt-pop artist FAITH MARIE presents a poignant chin-up message on 'Rock Bottom' single

"Faith Marie is carrying the sound and message of these dark times, conveyed in confessional first-hand narrative... A true gem among young singer-songwriters" ~ The Spill Magazine

"Important, universally relatable, and poignant... a fantastic blend of orchestral pop and urban edge, cool downbeat electronica, and a chill dance vibe" ~ Big Takeover Magazine

"A captivating artist who adds an extra layer of emotional depth to the sonic sensibilities of electro-pop and subtly shifts into the shadows of symphonic pop... an artist that translates every iota of emotion, nocturnal nuances into a work of art" ~ The Manc Review

"Eager infectiousness wrapped in emotive rumination and evocative tension... electronic and vocal pop spirit trespassed by darker injections of contemplation" ~ Ringmaster Review


LA-based alt-pop songstress Faith Marie presents her new single 'Rock Bottom', the lead single from her forthcoming EP, titled 'More Than I Am’, which is slated for release in early 2023. Her two-year hibernation is over following a series of lockdowns and other setbacks, this 3-track release taking a year to complete from beginning to end.

This new offering comes hot on the heels of November's 'NVM (Remix)', an infectious downtempo song about depression and the author's personal struggles to move forward. These two tracks constitute Faith Marie's first music output since 2020, when she released 'Nobody'.

Both are the product of collaboration with UUin, Inc., a boutique creative agency focused on curating and creating original content.

"'Rock Bottom' is a song I wrote when I was in a transitional stage in my life. I felt like everything was crashing in on me and yet that I was OK at the same time. I started to explore within myself why I was OK with something that would have emotionally devastated me in the past and I realized it was because I understood what was happening, stopped fighting it, and let go. I let myself feel horrible, I reveled in the human emotions and then I learned and let go," says Faith Marie.

"Unfortunately, sometimes we learn the most about ourselves at rock bottom, and so the most gratifying way to move through it is to be humble and let it inspire you in a positive way if possible."

Faith Marie's foray into songwriting began at the age of 13, launching a successful YouTube channel that attracted over 100,000 subscribers over the next five years, in addition to millions of streams via Spotify. Initial singles included the moody piano ballad 'Antidote', the orchestrally adorned 'Little Girl' and the electronic-laced 'Devil on My Shoulder', each of dealing with themes of struggle, anxiety, and hope.

Having spent her early years in Provo, Utah making music as a family activity, Faith initially traveled back and forth between LA and Utah during her teens while developing her sound and songwriting. Following her cover of Bring Me The Horizon's 'Drown', which went viral, she wrote and self-produced her 'Antidote' single. Since moving to Los Angeles, she has released a dozen singles, always writing from a subconscious place.

Producer and UUin, Inc. label head Amyn Bhai, who has worked with Faith since she was 13 explains, "Faith first wrote the lyrics to ‘Rock Bottom’, as she always does, and had some initial production ideas. As for her debut EP, we took her songs and built the production out with our friends at Slowave Studios, where she also recorded the vocals. It was later polished and mixed with Steve Phillips, our engineer. People can expect more honesty in song form. The production direction is tailor-made for her and the writing is 100% how she is feeling in the moment, translated into song form. Faith has significantly grown as a songwriter, as is natural with the passing of time."

As of November 30, 'Rock Bottom' will be available from fine digital music outlets, including Apple Music, Spotify and Bandcamp, where 'NVM (Remix)' can also be found.

CREDITS
A collaboration between Faith Marie and UUin, Inc.
Song written by Faith Marie
Produced by Dane Holmes & Caleb Loveless for Slowave Studios
Additional Production by Faith Marie, Steve Phillips and Amyn Bhai
Mixed by Steve Phillips
Mastered by Eric Boulanger
Recorded in Utah
Executive Produced by Amyn Bhai
Video Created by Ramsey Saleem
Edited and Colored by Ramsey Saleem and R3x Wonders for Som3wh3r3
Produced by Amyn Bhai and R3x Wonders
Cover artwork by Brellian (Sarah Johnston)


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