Mad About Rock

  British singer/songwriter Toby Jepson has premiered a new animated video for the lead track from his 'Look Out!' mini-album trilogy. Titled 'Alone With You', it's the first of 20 brand new songs by the Wayward Sons and former Little Angels frontman that are being released under his solo moniker, Toby and the Whole Truth. Watch 'Alone With You' (official music video): https://youtu.be/b7x0l5fbTFA 'Alone With You' is an energetic, full-throttle rock anthem that delves into the challenges of men's mental health, drawing from Toby's personal experiences. This theme is vividly brought to life in the new psychedelic animated video, which offers a captivating journey through the intricate corridors of his mind. The visuals poignantly depict the vulnerability and fragility one can feel amidst the chaotic and often overwhelming nature of the modern digital world. "My intention with the videos associated with my new Look Out! song collection w...

  Returning to the stage as an acoustic artist throughout this May and June, Toby Jepson is set to bring stories of a ‘lifer’ in the music business to a venue near you, along with a retrospective run through the songs that have made him an enduring character of the UK rock scene for over 35 years. Applauded for his lockdown ‘Digital Busker’ Facebook shows, broadcast live and free from his kitchen throughout the pandemic, Toby will be bringing his legendary energy and along with partner in crime Dave Kemp in what promises to be a night not to be missed! Born in Lincoln, raised in Yorkshire, Toby started his professional career in the rock band ‘Little Angels,’ formed in Scarborough in 1986. The band released three acclaimed albums on Polydor Records; the last one, ‘JAM,’ became a number one album in the UK album charts in 1993. The band enjoyed 10 top 40 hit singles in the UK, as well as chart success all over the world, and embarked on extensive touring as a headline act as well as...

  Wayward Sons have announced grunge rock power trio Muddibrooke as guests on their upcoming UK tour this January PLUS an exciting Planet Rock contest that gives local bands and artists an opportunity to open the shows. The band says: “We’re delighted to announce Derby power trio Muddibrooke as main support on all the Wayward Sons January shows. We have always been advocates for new music and given the amount of talent out there at the moment it is a delight to have one of the brightest of the bunch on tour with us. In-line with our ethos we have teamed up with Planet Rock to also invite new bands within a 50 mile radius of each of the show towns to submit one song in MP3 format/band photo/social media links to the email below from which we will choose an opening act. NB: Please state clearly which show you wish to be considered for and include relevant contact details. Submissions will close midnight on the 1st December 2024. Band submission email: Bandcomp@waywardsonsban...

  The Sons are back! After the hiatus that followed their triumphant opening of the main stage at Download Festival '22, the band has announced a new UK tour for January 2024. Playing songs from their three acclaimed albums and some surprises too, Wayward Sons will undertake their first tour since Covid interrupted the ‘Even Up The Score’ run which sold out on many shows. Wayward Sons consist of Toby Jepson on Lead Vocals and Guitar, Lead Guitarist Sam Wood, Drummer Phil Martini and Bassist Nic Wastell. Expect lots of energy, melody and the Sons unique brand of noise and participation that make their shows such an event. Tickets are available via all the usual outlets (and via links at www.waywardsonsband.com ) on Friday 8th September. Tour Dates - January 2024 Friday 12th - BRISTOL, Thekla Saturday 13th - HUDDERSFIELD, Parish Sunday 14th - NEWCASTLE, Riverside Friday 19th - NOTTINGHAM, Rescue Rooms Saturday 20th - WOLVERHAMTON, KK’s Steel Mill Guests TBC Tickets: https://www.se...

  It is with great pride that HRH can announce that the very first HRH NWOCR Festival is SOLD OUT! Featuring Massive Wagons, Wayward Sons, Bad Touch, Massive, Ryders Creed and many many more, the event is currently scheduled to take place on January 23rd and 24th 2021 at the O2 Academy in Leicester. This new exciting event, typified by bands appearing on the New Wave of Classic Rock Facebook group and Hard Rock Hell Radio, has a unique circle of talent that will forge the future in this new modern style and sound of classic rock. Also available for pre-order are the stunning event tee and HRH NWOCR Vinyl Compilation – click here ! More details of the HRH NWOCR Compilation vinyl will be released later this week. https://hrhnwocr.com/

DJ Wyatt Wendels has joined forces with rock royalty for The Planet Rock All Stars single 'You're The Voice' to raise money for mental health charity Mind. The “rocked up” version of John Farnham’s 1986 global smash hit is the brainchild of Wyatt Wendels with Toby Jepson, of Wayward Sons and Little Angels fame, producing the track. Recorded by the Planet Rock All-stars band at Vale Studios in Worcestershire, rock royalty feature on the new charity single, including: Alice Cooper, Joe Elliott (Def Leppard), Lzzy Hale (Halestorm), Chris Robertson (Black Stone Cherry), Charlie Starr (Blackberry Smoke), Justin Hawkins (The Darkness), Nathan James (Inglorious), Jared Johnston (Blackberry Smoke), Doug Aldrich, (The Dead Daisies), Phil Campbell, Jaren Johnston (The Cadillac Three), Tyler Bryant (Tyler Bryant and the Shakedown), Tony Wright (Terrorvision), Dan Reed (Dan Reed Network), Andrew Freeman (Last In Line), Mollie Marriott, Gill Montgomery (The Amorettes), Whitfield Cr...