Sign up below to get the latest from Metal Hammer, plus exclusive special offers, direct to your inbox! Melody Van Zant is married to Jasin Todd. Shinedown appearing Tuesday at The Depot in Salt Lake City also had a hit with an acoustic cover of the Lynyrd Skynyrd song Simple Man, a song that wasnt on the original version of Leave a Whisper.. To report spam or any abusive, obscene, defamatory, racist, homophobic or threatening comments, or anything that may violate any applicable laws, use the "Report to Facebook" and "Mark as spam" links that appear next to the comments themselves. Smith was candid in admitting that as the bands chief songwriter, he felt considerable pressure to deliver another hit CD with Us and Them.. 45 was the first song where I felt like, This is who I am. Now, its a staple in the setlist. It sounded so good that they played it live on the air at WAAF-FM in Boston about a month later. Or why not treat yourself? MTV, EMA and all related titles, logos and characters are trademarks of Viacom International Inc. Guitarist is marrying Ronnie Van Zant's daughter this fall. Shinedowns version of Lynyrd Skynyrds Simple Man is an emotionally powerful cover. Since Shinedown came on the national scene in 2003 with the CD Leave a Whisper the bands name and Lynyrd Skynyrd have often been prominently paired together. 298 posts. Id be very depressed, to be honest. The station was WAAF, and the DJ, Mistress Carrie, sometimes had bands cover songs for the listeners. You can also send an e-mail to blabbermouthinbox(@)gmail.com with pertinent details. It was midnight when we did it and it was all one take: we filmed the video live. In introducing Smith to the stage at the Nashville concert, LYNYRD SKYNYRD lead singer Johnny Van Zant said: "This next guest, these guys, his band, they're from Jacksonville, Florida, by the way where LYNYRD SKYNYRD's from. He played drums at the University of Central Florida, where he earned a degree in anthropology. Its funny, when Brent was writing it, he had programmed that drum pattern, he said, adding that Smith asked him if he could play it. Smith and Bass both had children from previous relationships, and Myers has two children with his partner. Its no secret and Brents not made it a secret that he has a problem and our bass player has depression issues, drummer Barry Kerch said in a recent interview, adding, Were a family. . Le 25 juin, 2010 il rejoint officiellement Fuel, mais il se spare du groupe en janvier 2011. The band would perform an acoustic version of Simple Man as a thank you to her. Don't miss on pre-sales, member-only contests and member only events. Inspired by singer and main lyricist Brent Smiths battle with addiction, the songs on the group's sixth album, which will be released May 4 and is perhaps the band's best CD yet, deal honestly with the temptations that are always nearby (The devils in the next room, warns the bands newest single, "DEVIL") and the self-absorption of those obsessed, and perhaps possessed, by the call to self-destruction ("Good for you/You hurt everyone/Good for you/You love nobody" "MONSTERS"). These are the people that are the first into the venue and the last out. The way that we did the song and how it happened was very organic. Hidden comments will still appear to the user and to the user's Facebook friends. In October 2004, he married Melody Van Zant, the daughter of rock and roll legend Ronnie Van Zant. The acclaimed quartet, which will perform 22 dates across the West Coast, Canada, and Mexico, kicks off the tour in San Francisco on January 26. Shinedowns musical exploration can be heard on Evolve, with the drums taking a lead role, seeming to replace the lead guitar in driving the songs tempo when paired with Smiths vocals. It was about this guy resigning himself to the fact hes going to be a junkie and live this seedy life of heroin addiction. He can turn that switch on and take himself outside the band and ask what would make this best for the band., Kerch said when asked to take a lead role, Im happy to do it. Ill be honest: It might be hard to top this guest. The whole band is that way. Once you're logged in, you will be able to comment. The lead singer came together with Lynyrd Skynyrd again and took the stage on November 13 at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville. We will also discuss how Smiths private life should be respected, regardless of what his sexual orientation might be. To report spam or any abusive, obscene, defamatory, racist, homophobic or threatening comments, or anything that may violate any applicable laws, use the "Report to Facebook" and "Mark as spam" links that appear next to the comments themselves. But dont expect more covers on Shinedowns future records. You can also send an e-mail to blabbermouthinbox(@)gmail.com with pertinent details. Our original guitar player, Jasin Todd, was married to Melody Van Zant [Lynyrd Skynyrd singer Ronnie Van Zants daughter]. Lover of all things music, especially blues and rock. Shinedowns original guitar player, Jasin Todd, is married to Ronnie Van Zants daughter, Melody, and Van Zants widow, Judy, owned Freebird Live, a bar in Jacksonville, Fla., which Kerch said was one of the first bars the band played in as Shinedown. 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He rejects her advances and the couple start fighting. Weve known them for years; we practically watched them grow up. ", They also recorded acoustic versions of "45" and "Burning Bright," which may be released along with "Simple Man" later this year. They released it as an MP3 and it got downloaded 500,000 times. To do so, click the downward arrow on the top-right corner of the Facebook comment (the arrow is invisible until you roll over it) and select the appropriate action. Melody Van Zant is the daughter of the late Ronnie Van Zant, who was a legendary American singer and the lead vocalist, primary lyricist, and founding member of the iconic southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd. She sang in some bands in the 70s and his sisters all grew up singing., He added, For him to have his mom and sisters on the record is very important, and it is all about family.. The fact is, Smith said, the connections to Skynyrd are far more peripheral than some coverage has suggested. He talks about what Brad Stewart, Jasin Todd and Barry Kerch all they brought to the album. They released it as an MP3 and it got downloaded 500,000 times. SHINEDOWN recorded a cover of "Simple Man" in 2004 as an acoustic "thank you" to LYNYRD SKYNYRD singer Ronnie Van Zant's widow Judy Van Zant and later included it in both acoustic and hard rock versions on the re-release of the band's debut album, "Leave A Whisper". Lzzy Hale is a total pro. POP EVIL and AYLRON JONES will support on a few dates in the near future. What song did he write after his grandmothers untimely death? Led by tracks like "Daylight" and title track "Planet Zero", the album's searing social commentary boldly confronts the societal forces that perpetuate divisiveness while offering a restorative path forward through empathy and open conversation ultimately serving as a reminder that it is our human connections that matter the most. They released it as an MP3 and it got downloaded 500,000 times. GOD BLESS #LynyrdSkynyrd GOD BLESS the #simpleman and #woman". That was a difficult song to do. He was the older brother of two other rock . . He added, "We've brought an old friend into SHINEDOWNNick Perri. He is a guitarist who was born in Lake City, Florida, United States. https://fr.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Jasin_Todd&oldid=201259334, Portail:Biographie/Articles lis/Culture et arts, Date de naissance non renseigne (XXe sicle), licence Creative Commons attribution, partage dans les mmes conditions, comment citer les auteurs et mentionner la licence. Show More Posts from jasintodd. Copyright Daily Herald | www.heraldextra.com | 1200 Towne Centre Blvd. Youre blessed to have life and all these opportunities. I was really good at school. That sense of unity carries over to the songwriting. During a tour, the band was being interviewed at a radio station in Boston and as part of the radio stations format, musicians would perform acoustically. Were trying to pack them in there as much as we can, he said. Kerch doesnt have a favorite band, but cites groups including Led Zeppelin, The Police and Deftones as groups he enjoys. Smith previously spoke about how SHINEDOWN's cover of "Simple Man" came about in an interview with Metal Hammer magazine. No, Brent Smith is not related to Lynyrd Skynyrd. On this occasion, Johnny Van Zant and Smith performed the bands hit classic Simple Man. Smith shared with Rock World that doing the song together was a very moving experience as he had so much history with the track. I'm an outgoing person that loves intercultural dialogue. The song BRILLIANT wraps up the CD with a celebration of the self (As I crash and burn/I just dont care/Its my day to be brilliant) and intense, nonstop drumming that is so skillful itll leave listeners stunned and maybe exhausted just thinking of the energy Kerch invests in the performance. ", In introducing Smith to the stage at the Nashville concert, LYNYRD SKYNYRD lead singer Johnny Van Zant said: "This next guest, these guys, his band, they're from Jacksonville, Florida, by the way where LYNYRD SKYNYRD's from. I had a lot of fun.. The biggest thing is learning proper technique, Kerch said, addinghe had been using a marching band technique that isa stiff technique. I felt like we do the song justice, and it represents us as a band and what we're about. So things kind of come in a full circle., He continued, It meant a lot to me. Who: Shinedown, with special guests Savage After MidnightWhen:Saturday. Nick's an amazing guitarist and we've known him forever from our days on the road with SILVERTIDE (many of you were probably at those shows and remember him too). For one thing, Smith and Todd met at a studio in Jacksonville where Todd was working, and it wasnt until later on that Smith found out about Todds relationship with his future wife, Melody. Why did they cover it? He replied, "No, someone is following me.". Avant de rejoindre le groupe Shinedown, Jasin jouait dans un groupe appel Nefarion. When I was writing 'Leave A Whisper', Judy [Van Zant, Ronnie's widow] put me up in her guesthouse, and our first show in front of an audience there to see us was at a club Judy and Melody owned. Follow. In The Air Tonight was the last song we recorded for those first two EPs. Here it isthe first installment of Track X Track. BLABBERMOUTH.NET uses the Facebook Comments plugin to let people comment on content on the site using their Facebook account. You can also send an e-mail to blabbermouthinbox(@)gmail.com with pertinent details. The couple had two children, Aria Todd and Kodin Todd, before eventually going their separate ways with the children residing with their mother Melody Van Zant in Florida. This is so good! Then she throws a fit, flings a vase at his head and storms out. On THE HUMAN RADIO, the theme of family and experimentation play key roles. After we started touring, we played 'Simple Man' on a radio show in Boston. Find the next step, platform or road. Nov 27: O2 Apollo, Manchester She stands a little over five feet tall, has a petite build, and medium-length brown hair streaked with blonde highlights. And so the reality is that the lineage between Skynyrd and Shinedown is very real. And they did this song so great. Why not give them positive things instead of a bunch of negatives?. Shinedown guitarist Jasin Todd is married to Melody Van Zant, the daughter of Ronnie Van Zant, the original lead singer of Lynyrd Skynyrd, who died in the 1977 plane crash that also. Hopefully, it stays that way.. It meant a lot to me. "It's my favorite Lynyrd Skynyrd song," Smith said. Gary Rossington , Playing Freebird In Dedication to Duane Allman !!! Her nose is small but blunt, and has a way of crinkling up when she smiles. Watch: Former MEGADETH Guitarist MARTY FRIEDMAN Plays First U.S. Show In Four Years, VIO-LENCE's SEAN KILLIAN Is Open To Recording New Music With Band's Revamped Lineup, NAPALM DEATH Frontman Breaks Ankle Onstage In Munich, Refuses To Cancel Tour Dates. He and vocalist Brent Smith are original members of Shinedown, but he said guitarist Zach Myers and bassistand producer Eric Bass have been in the band longer than the other two original members were, so it feels more like the original lineup., Kerch knew he wanted to be a drummer by the time he got his first snare drum at age 7, when he stereotypically was beating on pots and pans. Zach [Myers, Shinedowns guitarist] came to me about doing a covers band because of Simple Man: our audience was saying, Would you ever do this song, or that one? We werent going to tour or do anything with it, so Zach suggested calling it Smith & Myers, which sounds like a bakery or a law firm ha ha! Now that Shinedown are making a roar at rock radio with their single "45," the group hopes to pay tribute to the Van Zant family by releasing the Skynyrd song "Simple Man" as the next single. The comments reside on Facebook servers and are not stored on BLABBERMOUTH.NET. He said: "Our original guitar player, Jasin Todd, was married to Melody Van Zant [ Ronnie Van Zant 's daughter]. Guitarist~ Maylene and the Sons of Disaster OG Shinedown. Im a history buff and … I made a promise to my folks to have a backup plan in case music didnt work out. Plus, he said, theres a lot of fun to be had at college, as well as a sense of accomplishment from earning a degree. At that point the decision was made to head back to Florida, cut a proper version and put it on the record. Even so, Smith insists, the song is one of hope. Related . He is very much into sports. I might have lost the girl, but at the end of it all I'm still there. User comments or postings do not reflect the viewpoint of BLABBERMOUTH.NET and BLABBERMOUTH.NET does not endorse, or guarantee the accuracy of, any user comment. Originally,. Smith previously spoke about how SHINEDOWN's cover of "Simple Man" came about in an interview with Metal Hammer magazine. 1 on six other Billboard charts, including Top Album Sales, Rock, Hard Rock and Alternative Albums. Sa fortune s lve 300 000 000,00 euros mensuels It was talked about being a single, early on in the vocals Brent said it was an incredible live song. Smith is one of the most successful and well-known rock singers in the music industry and has achieved a great deal of success since forming Shinedown in 2001. linktr.ee/matsod. I personally think its important to explore as much as you can as an artist and not place any limitations on yourself, he said. ", Shinedown played the song for the first time early this year at Judy Van Zant's Freebird Cafe as a nod to the owner for all the help they'd received. Nature, in particular the sea brings me great comfort. When hes not writing, youll probably find him skydiving, scuba diving or coasteering. Videos Tagged. San Diego Gay & Lesbian News (SDGLN) is the top-read news source for the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community of San Diego. After his tragic passing, Smith decided to record a cover of Simple Man to honor the Van Zant family and show their gratitude for their help by including it in the albums deluxe edition. View Melody Vanzant results including current phone number, address, relatives, background check report, and property record with Whitepages. When asked how he feels after performing it, Kerch laughed and said, Im a little out of breath.. Nov 29: Motorpoint Arena, Nottingham Smith even stayed in Judy's guest house during the recording of what became Shinedown's Leave a Whisper. So the performance in Nashville that Lynyrd Skynyrds Johnny Van Zant invited Brent Smith to was more than just two artists coming together; it held a profound, meaningful moment for the Shinedown singer. Im still trying to process it in a lot of ways. But he would thank her in a much bigger way soon. So good! It was a band that never, ever saw the light of day. And thats just for starters on this Lynyrd Skynyrd cover. Were very humble, equal, and we want to be humble, and we want to keep each other in check., Kerch, who grew up in Florida and lives in Jacksonville, said it helps coming from good parents and good families;plus theres that Southern mentality of staying humble. What basically happened is I was signed to Atlantic with another band, Smith said. Is Michael Fitzpatrick Of Fitz And The Tantrums Gay: Exploring The Evidence, The Growing LGBTQ+ Population In Utah: A Look At The Efforts To Make The State More Inclusive, Is Steve Harrington Gay In Stranger Things? Her mother, Judy Van Zant Jenness, has also played a significant role in her life. I had just read the book Junkie by William Burroughs and was inspired by that. >>. BLABBERMOUTH.NET reserves the right to "hide" comments that may be considered offensive, illegal or inappropriate and to "ban" users that violate the site's Terms Of Service. All rights reserved. The band has had its fair share of ups and downs since forming in 2001, and it has been performing admirably since its formation. Soon after, the song wound up on the Net, where it's been downloaded hundreds of thousands of times, according to Smith. Throughout the clip, Smith gazes at a closed gun box. After that, we recorded the song in the studio in three takes.". "Planet Zero" is the latest addition to SHINEDOWN's record-breaking catalog that has earned the band recognition for their timely and relevant messages behind their chart-topping hits that resonate with not only their global audience and the rock community, but the greater public and our culture at large. Combien gagne t il d argent ? He said: "Our original guitar player, Jasin Todd, was married to Melody Van Zant [Ronnie Van Zant's daughter]. Smith has also earned money from his solo projects and from endorsing various products and services. I appreciate them so much for asking me to come and sing the song with them. On his Instagram and Twitter feeds, youll find posts about his wife, daughter, pets, hiking and cooking, but dont expect to see party photos with champagne and other stereotypical rock-star pastimes. As a child, I always hoped that he would choose a path that he wanted to take; as a parent, I want him to choose a path that he wants to take. Medications in Pregnancy: What Not To Take? And um, we are very much family. The band rallied around me, like, You gotta get your shit together, man, and Cut The Cord was the first song I wrote.. Un article de Wikipdia, l'encyclopdie libre. BLABBERMOUTH.NET reserves the right to "hide" comments that may be considered offensive, illegal or inappropriate and to "ban" users that violate the site's Terms Of Service. . 2 brothers: Johnny Van Zant and Donnie Van Zant. In fact, the wheels were in motion for Smith to succeed well before there was a Lynyrd Skynyrd connection. Jasin Todd, the band's original guitarist, is married to Melody Van Zant, daughter of Ron Van Zant. This songs a thank-you to the men and women that let us do what we do., Nov 26: Motorpoint Arena, Cardiff Musician/band. So things kind of come in full circle. Allen Collins, Kathy and daughter. Jacksonville, Florida-based hard rock/post-grunge band SHINEDOWN has announced the departure of guitarist Jasin Todd just two days after Todd was arrested on disorderly intoxication and resisting-an-officer charges. I got clean for the first time during [Shinedowns 2012 album] Amaryllis. The ominous tone is heightened by the chorus "Staring down the barrel of a .45." Despite the fact that some of the original members were replaced and that the band was close to breaking up, Shinedown has continued to make music and perform for their devoted fans. This is a music video by our friend Tammy Van Zant, the oldest daughter of the late Ronnie Van Zant of LYNYRD SKYNYRD. All ages are welcome, but you must be 21 to purchase alcohol. If a new comment is published from a "banned" user or contains a blacklisted word, this comment will automatically have limited visibility (the "banned" user's comments will only be visible to the user and the user's Facebook friends). Louders resident Cult Of Luna obsessive was still at uni when he joined the team in 2017. Hes got bylines in The Guardian, The Telegraph, NME, Guitar and many others, too. Lyric Santana Smith, who saved his life a decade ago, is now the son of Smith. The officer ordered Jasin to stop. Thats just for starters. SHINEDOWN's Brent Smith joined LYNYRD SKYNYRD on stage this past Sunday (November 13) at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, Tennessee to perform the classic LYNYRD SKYNYRD song "Simple Man". I travelled all over the US as we were figuring out what Shinedown was going to be and I was put into a writing session with Tony Battaglia. Ive been there from day one and Ive seen it all.. Y'all give it up for our good buddy Y'all give it up for Mr. Smith from SHINEDOWN.". I had a lot of fun. - The widow of Ronnie Van Zant, the late lead singer of Lynyrd Skynyrd, has confirmed to News4JAX that his final resting place has been moved to a new location in the same cemetery. He tells me about working with famed music theorist, Rick Beato. BA1 1UA. Smith said fans can expect to hear the hits from Leave a Whisper along with a healthy cross-section of songs from Us and Them. By the age of 10 years old, Tammy Van Zant had already felt and witnessed firsthand the joys and the tragedies of life. It was awesome!. Songfacts: This is about Van Zant's older brother Ronnie, who was killed in a plane crash in 1977. She was born in 1976. At the suggestion of Atlantic A&R representative Steve Robertson, Smith relocated to Jacksonville where one by one he met the other future bandmates Todd, bassist Brad Stewart and drummer Barry Kerch. He said that covering that song was not at all planned. I always gravitated toward rhythm.. 3,208 Followers, 600 Following, 298 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Jasin O'Neil (@jasintodd) jasintodd. We take care of each other. Shinedown's original guitar player, Jasin Todd, is married to Ronnie Van Zant's daughter, Melody, and Van Zant's widow, Judy, owned Freebird Live, a bar in Jacksonville, Fla., which. Jasin Todd was officially released from Shinedown in April 11, 2008 and, being a well known guitarist, joined other bands. In fact, if Ronnie Van Zant were alive today, Shinedown guitarist Jasin Todd's 3-year-old daughter would call him Gramps. "We felt the rest of the country might want to hear it," he said, "so me and Jason went to a studio in Orlando and recorded it acoustic. Brickyard Road is where Ronnie, his wife Judy, and his daughter Melody lived when he was killed on October 20,1977. Fan-filmed video of his appearance can be seen below. However, he said he likes that people can stay connected to a band. The singer shared ten top songs from his band, which has a special place for him, and one of those tracks was the 'Simple Man' cover from 'Leave a Whisper.' The main reason the song and the album held a vital spot was that Shinedown's paths had uniquely crossed with Lynyrd Skynyrd at the time. I think Ive always known. His grand-daughter is named after him. The first single, "Devour", is expected to go for radio adds on May 6. The comments reside on Facebook servers and are not stored on BLABBERMOUTH.NET. Was one of the last song written and recorded for the record., We had a lot of fun recording that one. I think this song will really button the record up Rick Beato. 3,208 followers. For me as a drummer and a member of the band, its my job to perform the song and do whats right for the song., He said rhythm drives the song. The bands consistent dedication to their fans and music has been a key factor in their success. Lyric Santana Smith, his son, is the son of Ashley Smith Marshall and him. Fly From The Inside, Burning Bright, 45 and the rest. He did not. It really helped the band and brought us to another audience., Shinedown certainly doesnt need to apologize for its success which has continued unabated with the bands second CD, Us and Them.. Otherwise, youll keep making the same stuff., Shinedown is not going to make the same song twice, he said. Kerch said he works to stay healthy in order to keep performing. His mom is very musical. How and why did they cover Simple Man? The song DARKSIDE seems perfect for inclusion in a Broadway rock musical, with a playful piano wrapping it up. Jasin Todd is an American guitarist and vocalist and a former member of the band "Shinedown". Jasin Todd est un guitariste qui est un ancien membre du groupe Shinedown. And so the reality is that the lineage between Skynyrd and Shinedown is very real. Shinedown figures to continue enjoying momentum as the group tours this fall with Godsmack. Visit our corporate site (opens in new tab). "That's where the significance of the box comes in. Again, the officer ordered Jasin to stop. If youre any sort of Shinedown fan, this is a must see episode. User comments or postings do not reflect the viewpoint of BLABBERMOUTH.NET and BLABBERMOUTH.NET does not endorse, or guarantee the accuracy of, any user comment. Fast forward six weeks or so, theyre back in Boston. July 12, 2022 2 Mins Read. He continues to be an influential figure in the music industry and is an example of how hard work and dedication can lead to financial success. But its also a story of how love and family can help the addicted overcome, or at least reach a truce, with their demons. Whatever means the world to you, are you willing to die for it? As far as repaying Judy Van Zant? When we were thinking about doing this show, I said, 'Man, we'd love to have him.' Melody Van-Zant is on Facebook. User comments or postings do not reflect the viewpoint of BLABBERMOUTH.NET and BLABBERMOUTH.NET does not endorse, or guarantee the accuracy of, any user comment. Thats the one blessing. I wish I was there for the recording of that. When Shinedown finally came off the road in spring 2005 after some 400 shows, Leave a Whisper had topped 1 million copies sold. Brent said he spent an entire day on the yell at the beginning of the song. STE 1058, Provo, UT 84601, Sheen machine: Us and Them reveals polished Shinedown, Alan Sculley - Special To The Daily Herald -. They lead separate lives away from the spotlight, with many of them having families of their own. 600 following. Heres how it works. Not to say that this band didnt have our party times, we did, but we learned., He said, And Ive always loved the outdoors.. Ronnie passed away when they were recording Shinedowns album. Rock and roll is dangerous and its dangerous because people took risks., He said the Beatles and Elvis were dangerous because they were doing what other people werent doing., He finds inspiration in them, saying, We want to be on the forefront of that as well.. To do so, click the downward arrow on the top-right corner of the Facebook comment (the arrow is invisible until you roll over it) and select the appropriate action. Bass guitar takes center stage, and vocals are wrapped in a chamber effect, while effects lend an otherworldliness to the guitar. If "Simple Man" is not released as the band's next single, the album track "Burning Bright" likely will be, a record company spokesperson said. That was one thing, getting the right technique, he said. I went through a moment in time when I was starting to get carpal tunnel. He said he took lessons with a drummer who performs clinics for other drummers that helps them with technique. Freebird Live, a music venue in Jacksonville Beach, Florida, was established in 1999 by Judy Van Zant-Jenness. GOD BLESS #LynyrdSkynyrd GOD BLESS the #simpleman and #woman". When I was writing 'Leave A Whisper', Judy [ Van Zant, Ronnie 's. The bands April 14 concert at Speaking Rock will give them a chance to see the outdoors around El Paso again. The gesture was also made special by Johnnys words of praise about Shinedowns cover and the warmness he showed to Smith on stage. The band is composed of lead vocalist Brent Smith, bassist Eric Bass, guitarist Zach Myers and drummer Barry Kerch. He said he didnt have to come to a realization of how important family is to him. It was extremely moving and a very special moment for me, said the lead vocalist about the performance. Accept failure but dont live in it. In the build-up to his bands November and December UK tour, the singer reflects on the ten songs that mean the most to him and throws in some stories of how he beat his demons. Before Halestorms first album, they had this live EP and toured with us all through the US. He goes over every song and gives a backstory to each and every one. The album debuted in the Top 5 on the Billboard 200 chart and the official U.K. albums chart, and at No.