A High-Octane Re-imagining of the Classic June Carter & Johnny Cash Anthem Arrives Alongside a Cinematic World Premiere Video and a Massive Hollywood Showcase at The Viper Room
On Thursday, May 21, Blacklist Union unleashes their blistering new version of “Jackson,” the legendary June Carter & Johnny Cash classic, featuring none other than rock icon Lorraine Lewis of Femme Fatale. The track is already being hailed as a full-throttle “barn burner” destined to set radio stations ablaze worldwide.
The release arrives with the world premiere of the official music video directed by Paul Crosby (formerly of SALIVA) and produced by Chris Johnson, known for his work with Evanescence, Hans Zimmer, and more.
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But that’s only the beginning.
Later that same night, Blacklist Union will storm the stage at The Viper Room for “Tommy London Presents The $5 Rock Show,” delivering what promises to be one of Hollywood’s wildest rock events of the year.
The stacked lineup includes:
BLACKLIST UNION
Ten Ton Mojo
Chad Stewart's Party Ninjas
Honor Among Thieves
Mursic
And in a moment fans won’t forget, Lorraine Lewis herself will join Tony West and Blacklist Union live onstage for a scorching performance of “Jackson.”
Joining Tony West for the night are:
Dee Hayes - Rhythm Guitar
Jimi Zolo - Lead Guitar
Nick Mason - Drums
Cordell Crockett - Bass
Jacob Cohan
The event also serves as the official launchpad for BLACKLIST UNION'S upcoming European tour this September as direct support for Faster Pussycat — a collision of legendary Hollywood sleaze and a dangerous new generation of dirty rock energy.
Tony West says, “Everything that is happening right now is like walking through the keyhole to my biggest dreams. I’m here to bring the wow factor and the fire to the firefight… so let’s rock this shit.”
Lorraine Lewis adds, “Working with Tony has been icing on the cake for me. Having newly signed with Cleopatra Records, FEMME FATALE is slated to release our full album in August, produced by Steve Brown. The timing couldn’t be more perfect for the FASTER PUSSYCAT / BLACKLIST UNION tour.”
“On tour I’ll be kicking off the night with my own brand of rock n’ roll, but I’m honored and grateful to share the stage with these killer front men — Taime Downe and Tony West. Faster Pussycat is such a legit and iconic Hollywood band, and Blacklist Union is a new breed of dirty Hollywood. Both bands have killer songs and hooks, and to be included with these bad boys… I’m over the moon.”
With Femme Fatale’s upcoming Cleopatra Records release produced by Steve Brown — known for his work with Trixter and Ace Frehley — and Blacklist Union gearing up for a massive European run, all signs point to a breakout moment for both camps.
Mark your calendars for Thursday, May 21st!
The single.
The video.
The chaos.
The fire.
Hollywood rock n’ roll just found its next anthem.
