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14 Sep
2010

TAP Exclusive Interview: Sully Erna (New Album Avalon Out Now, Win It Signed!)

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Sully Erna’s latest masterpiece, Avalon, was released today on Universal Records. The album features an array of eclectic compositions unlike anything he has ever written in the past, an epic body of work that has taken him over 2 years to compose, record and finally release, utilizing the hypnotic sounds of tribal rhythms, melodic pianos and cellos, and haunting vocals. Avalon also features the accompanying vocals of Lisa Guyer, as well as the hand percussion of Niall Gregory from renowned band Dead Can Dance. The first single off the record, “Sinner’s Prayer,” showcases his evolution in music and firmly defines his unique, new sound. Make sure to grab the album in stores everywhere or on iTunes now!

Sully is best known as the lead singer and main songwriter of the acclaimed rock band Godsmack, whose self-titled 1998 debut went quadruple-platinum, while five of the band’s albums and EPs have achieved gold or platinum status in the U.S. and Canada. Godsmack’s latest single, “Cryin’ Like a Bitch,” recently positioned itself at #1 for 9 weeks straight, and is the group’s sixth #1 track to land on Active Rock radio charts, as well as the band’s 18th Top 10 single overall — more than any other band in Active Rock history.

We had the chance to chat with Sully recently about his solo album. Check it out below and at the end, read on about how you can win the new CD Avalon signed by Sully!

Why after all these years did it seem like the proper time to release a solo album?
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What’s the meaning of the album title Avalon?
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There’s a little bit of a Middle Eastern feel on your solo album Avalon. Was there anything that you were listening to or reading that influenced the unique sound?

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Were there any new instruments that were difficult for you to learn for this new album?
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Do you think that the style of Avalon will work its way into future Godsmack albums?
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What was your band’s reaction to the news that you were making a solo album?
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Although this record is just coming out, Godsmack has a tour for this fall. Will you be playing an solo shows behind this album?
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It’s a shame you don’t have any immediate plans to perform your solo album live. It’d be really cool to see something so different from you.
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Beyond the scheduled fall tour dates, what are Godsmack’s future plans? Will you be heading back into the studio soon or stay out on the road next year?
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We know that you’re a big Alice in Chains fan. Which album of theirs is your favorite?
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01 Sep
2010

GODSMACK FRONT MAN SULLY ERNA FULL ALBUM PREVIEW

By drainu182 , Tags : ,

Sully Erna, best known as the lead singer of the acclaimed rock band, Godsmack, is giving fans an exclusive preview of his debut solo album, Avalon. The first single, “Sinner’s Prayer,” has been released and is now available on iTunes. Listen to a snippet of all of the other tracks from the album.

Also, be sure to check out www.SullyErna.com as well as Sully’s Myspace and Facebook pages for all the latest news and updates on what Sully is up to and make sure to pick up a copy of Avalon available everywhere September 14th!

09 Aug
2010

Godsmack’s frontman Sully Erna Prepares Solo Album Release

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Sully Erna, best known as singer and main songwriter of acclaimed rock band Godsmack, is branching out from his rock roots this year with his debut solo album, Avalon, which is set for release on Universal Records September 14th, 2010. Already a proven commodity as the front man of one of today’s most successful and powerful rock bands, Erna is also a successful producer, multi-instrumentalist and soundtrack creator.

Born and raised in the suburbs of Boston Massachusetts, Erna has been a musician since the tender age of 3 and a half years old, where he began his journey as a drummer. With Godsmack, Erna has sold more than 15 million albums worldwide. He was awarded “Rock Artist of the Year” at the Billboard Music Awards, and has received four Grammy nominations. Godsmack’s self-titled 1998 debut went quadruple-platinum, while five of the band’s albums and EPs have achieved gold or platinum status in the U.S. and Canada. Godsmack’s latest single, “Cryin’ Like a Bitch,” recently positioned itself at #1 for 9 weeks straight, and is the group’s sixth #1 track to land on Active Rock radio charts, as well as the band’s 18th Top 10 single overall — more than any other band in Active Rock history.

Sully Erna’s latest masterpiece, Avalon, features an array of eclectic compositions unlike anything he has ever written in the past, an epic body of work that has taken him over 2 years to compose, record and finally release, utilizing the hypnotic sounds of tribal rhythms, melodic pianos and cellos, and haunting vocals. Avalon also features the accompanying vocals of Lisa Guyer, as well as the hand percussion of Niall Gregory from renowned band Dead Can Dance. The first single off the record, “Sinner’s Prayer,” showcase’s his evolution in music and firmly defines his unique, new sound.

For more information on Sully and his solo debut, make sure to visit his offical page, www.sullyerna.com, or find him on MySpace and Facebook.