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Bryan Adams Releases Cover of "Rock and Roll Hell"
Canadian rock icon Bryan Adams has released a cover of his own song "Rock and Roll Hell," which he co-wrote for the legendary rock band KISS.
A Brief History of "Rock and Roll Hell"
"Rock and Roll Hell" was one of two songs written by Adams and his partner Jim Vallance for KISS before he made it big himself. The double A-side single will also feature the other song, "War Machine." Both songs appeared on KISS’ 1982 album "Creatures of the Night".
The Story Behind "Rock and Roll Hell"
An earlier version of "Rock and Roll Hell" was recorded by Bachman-Turner Overdrive, but Adams, Vallance, and KISS’ bassist Gene Simmons retooled the song to create the version that ended up on "Creatures of the Night". Adams has spoken about the creation of the song, saying, "I was thrilled to work with KISS back then… Gene played me this fantastic bass riff, which ended up being the backbone of ‘War Machine’."
Bryan Adams’ Thoughts on Hell and War
When asked about the themes of "Rock and Roll Hell", Adams explained that they were inspired by a comic book character, while "War Machine" was a riff inspired by Gene Simmons. He also reflected on how these themes are unfortunately still relevant today: "It’s incredible to think those themes are unfortunately playing out for real in the world today – but I’m very grateful to the Kiss guys for giving me the chance back then."
Bryan Adams’ Upcoming Tour
Adams is set to kick off a North American tour on Friday night in Quebec, with dates in Europe and India to follow before concluding in the U.A.E. on December 19.
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CONCLUSION
Bryan Adams’ cover of "Rock and Roll Hell" is a testament to his enduring legacy and his ability to create music that connects with fans across generations. With his new album and upcoming tour, Adams shows no signs of slowing down.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: What is "Rock and Roll Hell"?
A: "Rock and Roll Hell" is a song written by Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance for the rock band KISS before Adams made it big himself.
Q: What is the story behind the song?
A: The song was written for KISS’ album "Creatures of the Night" and has since been re-recorded by several bands, including Bachman-Turner Overdrive.
Q: What does "Rock and Roll Hell" mean to Bryan Adams?
A: Adams has spoken about how the song is an homage to a comic book character, and how the themes of hell and war are still relevant today.
Q: Can I see the music video for "Rock and Roll Hell"?
A: Yes! The music video can be seen above.
Q: What is Bryan Adams’ upcoming tour schedule?
A: Adams’ North American tour kicks off in Quebec on Friday night, with dates in Europe and India to follow before concluding in the U.A.E. on December 19.
Q: Can I read more about "War Machine"?
A: Yes! Click the link below to read more about how Adams wrote "War Machine" for KISS.