Rifleman is the new solo project from Superheist songwriter founder and guitarist, Richie “dw” Norton and breath of fresh air for fans of the heavy rock icon. With almost 30 years of ripping up the Aussie heavy rock scene this first solo effort is long overdue. But Rifleman leave nothing to be desired with debut single ‘KEEP THE STORY ALIVE’, hitting the ground running with signature guitar riffage and an unstoppable drive that doesn’t quit. Melodic rock anthem is but one way to describe it. Four and a half minutes of hook laden pop carnage is probably another, but we’ll leave the fans to argue over semantics.
‘KEEP THE STORY ALIVE’ is but a taste of things to come as Rifleman are set to release their debut album ‘SILVER & GOLD’ in late 2017 and if this single is anything to go by, the heavy rock community are going to be very pleased.
dw’s rock credentials are well assured. Having released over half a dozen albums with his bands over his career and enjoying chart success with 6 top 40 singles and 3 top 20 albums. A dual ARIA nominated producer and engineer dw has produced some of Australia’s best heavy and hardcore bands including Alchemist, Toe To Toe, Mindsnare, Superheist, Day Of Contempt and many more and shared the stage with some of the world’s biggest names in rock, including Eminem, Garbage, System Of A Down, Fear Factory, and Sepultura.
Fans will be pleased to hear that Rifleman will be heading out on tour to wet the appetites of rock fans in Melbourne, Sydney and Adelaide. These intimate shows are sure to sell out so you’ll do well to get in quick.
‘KEEP THE STORY ALIVE’ TOUR
Friday 10 November – The Penny Black – Melbourne
Friday 24 November – The Chippo Hotel – Sydney
Friday 15 December – Enigma Bar – Adelaide
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