Robert Jon & The Wreck are back with their most electrifying single yet, “Rager,” now available on all digital platforms. Renowned for their unique fusion of Southern rock, Americana, and blues, the band turns up the heat with this high-octane track. “Rager” channels the raw energy of vintage hard rock, combining fiery guitar harmonies, gritty organ and synth lines, and a thundering bass groove that builds toward an explosive, Deep Purple inspired finale. This track takes Robert Jon & The Wreck’s signature sound to new heights, delivering a powerhouse rock anthem that lives up to its name.
“What started as a loose, improvised jam turned into an atomic bomb of sonic fury,” explains lead guitarist Henry James Schneekluth. “This track was inspired by the glory days of 70s hard rock and features heavy, gritty organ & synth as well as a funky and raucous drum groove & bass line. We present to you a new level of heaviness to get wrecked to – ‘Rager’!”
“Rager” is the last single in a string of releases from Robert Jon & The Wreck’s critically acclaimed album Red Moon Rising this year. Produced by the legendary Kevin Shirley, Red Moon Rising has been praised for its innovative take on Southern rock, with tracks like “Dragging Me Down“, “Down No More” and the memorable “Ballad of A Broken Hearted Man” connecting deeply with audiences and critics. As the band continues to evolve musically, “Rager” stands out as their most intense and rock-driven offering yet.
With a relentless touring schedule, Robert Jon & The Wreck keep the momentum high. The band is on tour with upcoming dates across the US and Europe, including performances at major festivals like the Big Bender Blues Festival, Telluride Blues & Brews Festival, Bourbon & Beyond, Americana Fest, and Mempho Music Festival. Fans can expect to experience the raw energy of their new singles live, along with other hits from their expansive catalogue.
Since their debut in 2011, Robert Jon & The Wreck have captivated audiences worldwide, turning the Southern rock sound on its head and making it distinctly their own. With Robert Jon Burrison’s lead vocals and guitar, Andrew Espantman on drums and vocals, Henry James Schneekluth’s lead guitar and vocals, Warren Murrel on bass, and Jake Abernathie on keyboards, the band’s synergy on stage is undeniable. As they continue to evolve beyond their latest studio album Red Moon Rising, the band remains committed to pushing their sound into new territory, offering a fresh, electrifying take on rock ‘n’ roll that both long-time fans and new listeners can enjoy.
Fall US Tour Dates:
September 5-8 – Big Bender Blues Festival – Las Vegas, NV
September 10 – Marquis – Denver, CO
September 11 – Black Sheep – Colorado Springs, CO
September 14-15 – Telluride Blues & Brews Festival – Telluride, CO
September 17 – TempleLive – Wichita – Wichita, KS
September 18 – The Vanguard – Tulsa, OK
September 20 – Bourbon & Beyond 2024 – Louisville, KY
September 21 – Americanafest 2024 – Nashville, TN
October 4 – Mempho Music Festival – Memphis, TN
October 23 – South Coast Winery – Temecula, CA*
*Opening for Los Lobos
Fall European Tour Dates:
October 30 – Tivoli – Utrecht, NL
October 31 – De Roma – Antwerp, BE
November 1 – De Bosuil – Weert, NL
November 2 – Ziegelei – Twistringen, DE
November 3 – Alte Harmonie – Bonn, DE
November 5 – Kreuz – Fulda, DE
November 6 – Lido – Berlin, DE
November 7 – Burgerweeshuis – Deventer, NL
November 8 – Blues Garage – Isernhagen, DE
November 9 – Blues Heaven Festival 2024 – Frederikshavn, DK
November 10 – Nochtspeicher – Hamburg, DE
November 12 – Airport Hall – Regensburg, DE
November 13 – Zentrum Altenberg – Oberhausen, DE
November 14 – Piano – Dortmund, DE
November 15 – DasHaus – Ludwigshafen, DE
November 16 – Trabendo – Paris, FR
November 17 – Bolwerk – Sneek, NL
November 20 – The Appleyard – Sittingbourne, UK
November 21 – Komedia – Brighton, UK
November 22 – Komedia Bath – Bath, UK
November 23 – The 1865 – Southampton, UK
November 25 – Boiler Shop – Newcastle, UK
November 26 – St Luke’s – Glasgow, UK
November 27 – Junction – Cambridge, UK
November 28 – ^Islington Assembly Hall – London, UK (^Special Guest: These Wicked Rivers)
November 29 – Planet Rockstock – Porthcawl, UK
November 30 – *O2 Academy Oxford – Oxford, UK (*Special guest: Eddie 9V)
December 1 – *Rock City – Nottingham, UK (*Special guest: Eddie 9V)
