Year : 2025
Style : Modern Hard Rock , Melodic Rock
Country : United States
Audio : 320 kbps + scans
Size : 59 mb
Bio:
Band founded in 2006.When the time arrived to make his fourth full-length studio album, Baptized, Chris Daughtry followed his instincts.Motivated by intensely creative writing sessions with the likes of Martin Johnson [Boys Like Girls], Sam Hollander [Gym Class Heroes, Coheed and Cambria] and Claude Kelly [Bruno Mars, Whitney Houston], the singer, songwriter and musician quickly discovered the direction of his latest body of work."I needed a change," he admits. "I started hearing these new sounds over my voice, and it was so inspiring. There wasn't just one style either. It was a completely different vibe all around. I really wanted to pursue that to the fullest. This is probably one of the most inspiring records I've ever done."In early 2013, Chris began working on what would eventually become Baptized. Early on, he made a conscious decision to approach the album from a different angle. It would've been too easy for him to simply repeat himself considering he and the band have been on quite a hot streak since their 2006 self-titled became the fastest-selling rock debut in Soundscan history. 2009's Leave This Town gave them their second consecutive No. 1 on the Billboard Top 200, while Break The Spell reached gold status in merely four weeks of release in 2011. Throughout, they achieved four No. 1 smashes at radio as well as four Grammy Award nominations and four American Music Awards wins. Meanwhile, sales exceeded 7.5 million albums and 17 million singles. Nevertheless, as an artist/band, they chose to evolve for both themselves and their fans.In between a hectic touring schedule, Chris would fly to Los Angeles for in-studio sessions with Johnson and Hollander or Kelly."As fans of the band, they would do things that I normally wouldn't do, and that's why it was so exciting. I was much more open to explore a new style of writing with this album. Whether it was on keyboard, piano, or even banjo in some cases, the soundscape really felt alive. We'd write a song together and cut the vocals right then and there to capture that energy. It happened so quickly. We didn't need to overthink anything. The magic was there."It's easy to hear, feel, and even see that magic on the first single "Waiting for Superman." Electronics glimmer along with a soft acoustic guitar strum and resounding piano as a cinematic tale unfolds in orchestral pop fashion. It instantly takes flight with one of the vocalist's most powerful hooks yet and an inspiring story."It was never about a superhero per se," he reveals. "It’s about waiting for that someone in your life to step up and be what you need in that moment as a ‘rock’ or ‘strength.’ I've heard it so many times. I chose one of the biggest pop culture archetypes out there because it can mean many different things. I love the image of a girl waiting for someone to save her. Personally, it stems from my own experiences with my teenage daughter and wife. They were my muses."The track "Battleships," sails into new territory. An immersive beat bounces along with the warm production as he delivers an irresistible anthem meant for arenas. In order to test this fresh flavor, he ran it by his toughest critics.He smiles, "My parents love our music, but they're mainly into country. After I played them 'Battleships,' I expected my dad to say, 'Well, that's different!' Instead, he looked at me and said, 'Man, that's a hit!'.The lyrics find him veering down an uncharted lane as well. "It's not a breakup song—which we've been the ambassadors for over the past six years," Daughtry chuckles. "It's about butting heads with the one you love. You don't want to fight, but it happens. You're both going to stand your ground, but you're really fighting for each other."Perhaps the most shining example of Chris’ evolution is the rollicking and raucous "Long Live Rock & Roll". Acoustic guitar and banjo charge forward at full steam as he name checks everyone from Elton John and Billy Joel to Mötley Crüe and Guns 'N Roses, even lamenting "Van Hagar" in the process."It was so far out of my normal comfort zone," he says. "Everything has always been so serious in the past, but rock 'n' roll is meant to be fun. I wanted to cut loose and have a good time. We went places I'd never been musically."At the same time, the kinetic "I'll Fight" brandishes a youthful vibrancy, while the title track, “Baptized,” builds from a Western-style dobro hum into a bombastic refrain. In many ways, the title encapsulates Chris’ ethos completely."I always wanted to call the album Baptized, because it felt like a new chapter," he declares. "It's a bold statement."He's ready to proclaim that statement in front of packed venues around the world alongside longtime bandmates Josh Paul [bass], Brian Craddock [guitar], Josh Steely [guitar], Robin Diaz [drums] and new addition Elvio Fernandes [keyboards]. Outside of music, he continues to give back to various charities. He even holds an ambassadorship with DC Comics’ We Can Be Heroes campaign, fighting hunger in underdeveloped countries.At the end of the day, Baptized certainly signals a rebirth for Chris and the band. "I want fans to keep an open mind about it," he concludes. "The songs are very much what I do lyrically and melodically. I've always been a sucker for a great melody. That's what songwriting is all about. Can people relate to this? Is it real? Is it honest? That's what everyone should take away. It's real and authentic. This is where I am right now."
Album:
Change comes unexpectedly and without warning. You can try to run away from it, or you can face it, learn from it and use it to take a leap forward. Daughtry are processing the aftermath of change and coming back stronger than ever with their aptly titled EP Shock To The System (Part Two).The multi-GRAMMY® Award-nominated, multi-platinum-selling and historic rock band led by frontman Chris Daughtry delivers a collection of songs that are hard-hitting, heavy and honest. They have the potential to resonate on a very emotional level and elicit reactions.So here is a new EP by grand rockers DAUGHTRY. But let me take a step back first and introduce DAUGTHRY to you: The American Rock band was founded by singer Chris Daugthry in 2006. The band also released self-titled debut album in the same year and was an instant success. Since then, DAUGHTRY has released six full length studio album, with the latest being released in 2021. In 2024 the band finally announced the release of a new EP: ‘Shock to the System (Part One)’, and now, almost a year later the second part: ‘Shock to the System (Part Two)’. This brand new EP comes with seven songs and goes by quicker than you like.The opening track ‘The Seeds’ setting the mood and raises the bar high for the next songs. ‘Divided’ comes with strong arrangements, and the captivating smoky and husky voice of the singer CHRIS DAUGHTRY. ‘The Day I Die’ is a bitter sweet, and intense, with a smooth bridge, that will dig deep underneath your skin. ‘The Bottom’ comes crawling into your ear and up your spine. It is slowly unravelling, getting more intense and gradually digs deeper, while the rhythmic tunes will pull you along right away.‘Terrified’ is marching forward, dragging you along, whether you want it or not. The rhythmic tunes also have strong potential to stick with you for long after this song has ended. ‘Razor’ is cutting you deeply. This catchy song is filled with a lot of love and heartbreak. ‘Antidote’ brings an amazing closing to the album, melting your heart with brilliant vocals.DAUGHTRY is back with new music. ‘Shock To The System (Part Two)’ comes with seven brilliant songs that are highly addictive. I, personally, cannot stop listening. Each song is digging deep and will resonate within you for long after the actual EP has ended. So press play on this brilliant and fresh piece of music and enjoy every second of it. Maybe even circle back to part one and enjoy this two-pieced masterpiece, filled with an overwhelming amount of emotion. All by yours truly, DAUGHTRY.
Line-Up:
Chris Daughtry - Lead Vocals, Guitar
Brian Craddock - Guitar, Backing Vocals
Marty O'Brien - Bass
Anthony Ghazel - Drums
Elvio Fernandes - Keyboards, Piano, Occasional Guitar, Backing Vocals
Tracklist:
01. The Seeds
02. Divided
03. The Day I Die
04. The Bottom
05. Terrified
06. Razor
07. Antidote
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