Billy Morrison’s highly anticipated solo album, The Morrison Project, is is available now on Vinyl and CD in stores and online today, May 24, 2024, via TLG|ZOID / Virgin Music Group.
Morrison’s recent release, “Crack Cocaine,” a riveting collaboration with legendary icons Ozzy Osbourne and Steve Stevens has skyrocketed into the nation’s top 10 Rock Mediabase chart at #8 this week and at #9 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart.“Crack Cocaine” features the masterful guitar work of Steve Stevens and was co-written by Billy Morrison, Ozzy Osbourne, and Steve Stevens.
Accompanying the release of The Morrison Project is a visually stunning music video, featuring not only Billy Morrison, but acclaimed actor Joe Manganiello and Spino the Iguana. The video was directed by Ivo Raza, (who also directed “Crack Cocaine”) and filmed in the desert outside of Lancaster/Palmdale.
“It’s Come To This” was written by Billy Morrison and Erik Eldenius and marks the third single/video from the album.
THE MORRISON PROJECT was produced by Billy Morrison, mixed by Barry Pointer, and mastered by Dave Donnelly. The songs on the album were recorded in Los Angeles at various studios and were written by Billy Morrison in collaboration with his guests.
The Label Group (TLG) has embarked on a significant partnership with TLG | ZOID, which is distributed by Virgin Music Group, to promote Billy Morrison’s solo album, The Morrison Project. This collaboration marks the establishment of TLG | ZOID as the new Rock arm within The Label Group’s family of labels. The Morrison Project features a diverse range of guest artists, including Ozzy Osbourne, Billy Idol, DMC, Al Jourgensen, Steve Vai, Steve Stevens, Linda Perry, Tommy Clufetos, JOHN5, and more. The album aims to showcase Morrison’s songwriting prowess and creative vision, offering a multi-genre musical experience.
In addition to this musical endeavor, TLG has formed a strategic alliance with dCommunity to pioneer a fan-centric and artist-focused community within the metaverse, leveraging blockchain technology. This innovative approach aims to enhance fan engagement and interaction in the Web 3 community, positioning “The Morrison Project” as a showcase for these new technologies.
The British guitarist, singer, and songwriter is primarily known as Billy Idol’s rhythm guitar player for the past 15 years alongside lead guitarist Steve Stevens, has expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership with TLG, highlighting the importance of a record deal that respects the artist’s creative freedom and ensures widespread distribution across all platforms. This collaboration not only signifies a forward-thinking move in the music industry but also aligns with the evolving landscape of entertainment, where the integration of digital and virtual spaces is becoming increasingly prevalent.
THE MORRISON PROJECT – BILLY MORRISON
1. DROWNING
(Billy Morrison, Erik Eldenius, Jeordie White)
Produced by Billy Morrison – Mixed by Barry Pointer
2. CRACK COCAINE (Featuring Ozzy Osbourne and Steve Stevens)
(Billy Morrison, Ozzy Osbourne, Steve Stevens)
Produced by Billy Morrison and Steve Stevens – Mixed by Barry Pointer
3. IT’S COME TO THIS
(Billy Morrison, Erik Eldenius)
Produced by Billy Morrison and Erik Eldenius – Mixed by Barry Pointer
4. THE AYES HAVE IT (Featuring Al Jourgensen and John 5)
(Billy Morrison)
Produced by Billy Morrison – Mixed by Barry Pointer
5. DYSTOPIA
(Billy Morrison, Erik Eldenius, Jeordie White)
Produced by Billy Morrison – Mixed by Barry Pointer
6. INCITE THE WATCH (Featuring Corey Taylor and Steve Vai)
(Billy Morrison, Erik Eldenius, Jeordie White, Corey Taylor)
Produced by Billy Morrison and Erik Eldenius – Mixed by Barry Pointer
7. PUPPETS ON A STRING
(Billy Morrison, Erik Eldenius, Jeordie White)
Produced by Billy Morrison – Mixed by Barry Pointer
8. JUST LIKE A MOVIE (Featuring D.M.C. and Persia Numan)
(Billy Morrison, Erik Eldenius, Jeordie White, Darryl McDaniels, Persia Numan)
Produced by Billy Morrison – Mixed by Barry Pointer
9. THE SOUND OF FREEDOM
(Billy Morrison, Erik Eldenius, Jeordie White)
Produced by Billy Morrison – Mixed by Barry Pointer
10. MR. DREAM (Featuring Billy Idol and Steve Stevens)
(Billy Morrison, Erik Eldenius, Jeordie White, Steve Stevens, Billy Idol)
Produced by Billy Morrison and Steve Stevens – Mixed by Barry Pointer
11. WE ARE THE DEAD
(Billy Morrison, Erik Eldenius, Jeordie White)
Produced by Billy Morrison – Mixed by Barry Pointer
12. CHASING SHADOWS (Featuring Linda Perry)
(Billy Morrison)
Produced by Billy Morrison – Mixed by Barry Pointer
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