Tuesday, 28th January 2014
Pic by DefDazz/Darren
Def Leppard singer Joe Elliott has commented on his role as producer on the second album from Black Star Riders.
Joe mentioned he'll be working on the second album from the band later this year on his 25th January radio show.
Ricky Warwick confirmed Joe's role as producer on the album which has been followed up with a statement by the band on their facebook page. It includes more details and comments from Joe.
Joe worked with Ricky Warwick on his first two solo albums 'Tattoos & Alibis' (2003) and 'Love Many Trust Few' (2005), co-producing them with Leppard man Ronan McHugh.
Joe also helped Scott Gorham remix some old Thin Lizzy albums which were released in early 2011. Joe praised the debut album by Black Star Riders on his show last year with Joe and Sav also attending their Dublin concert in December 2013.
Black Star Riders - 27th January 2014 facebook Quotes
When it comes to the team behind the soundboard, Black Star Riders decided to change things up this time around. Taking over the production reins will be Def Leppard front man Joe Elliott. Adding to the dream team will be long time Leppard sound guru Ronan McHugh. Ricky Warwick chimes in on the reason Joe was tapped for this album. "Joe Elliott's passion, enthusiasm for music, as a fan, artist and friend is unquestionable and Ronan McHugh is a phenomenal engineer. Personally having worked with these guys before, it was a no brainer when they said they would like to produce the new BSR album. We are confident that this will be a huge leap forward in the evolution of BSR."
Joe Elliott adds, "Having worked with Scott on the Thin Lizzy remixes a few years ago & having produced Ricky's 1st 2 solo albums, I'm looking forward to taking our musical journey together even further. We're aiming to make a serious leap forward with the next album & I'm proud to be able to contribute to the next chapter in the BSR story."
Black Star Riders is set to enter the studio in Dublin, Ireland in October 2014 to start recording their follow up release. Damon Johnson adds "We are all excited about working with Joe, he is like part of the family. And recording this album in Ireland is a special treat for us."
- Read the full statement at - facebook.com/BlackStarRidersOfficial
- Previous News - 26th January 2014