Song is from forthcoming debut
Adrian Smith and Richie Kotzen have released “Scars,” the second single from their duo, Smith/Kotzen. The song appears on their forthcoming self-titled debut album available on CD, black LP and limited edition red and black smoke effect colored vinyl on March 26th via BMG.
Released on February 24th, “Scars” is described by Smith as a song which “starts off with a dreamy intro then comes in heavy,” a hark-back to 70’s bluesy rock which the duo found particularly fun to work on.
Kotzen explains, “I remember ‘Scars’ being one of the songs we wrote in the very beginning of the process. There is something moody and mysterious going on in this track that I find quite engaging. This would be a great track for us to stretch out live for some guitar improvisation between the two of us.”
As well as the pair co-writing, co-producing and sharing guitars and vocals, Kotzen also plays bass and drums on the track. Like its predecessor, “Taking My Chances,” the black and white video was once again shot on both sides of the Atlantic. Performances from the band take place in home studios in London and Los Angeles while outdoor footage juxtaposes the rugged beauty of the British Jurassic coast with the historic Santa Monica Mountains and the Pacific coastline near Malibu.
Smith/Kotzen is the electrifying collaboration between guitarists and vocalists Adrian Smith & Richie Kotzen. Part-time Los Angeles neighbors, full time friends with a healthy mutual respect. Both artists are seasoned performers on the global stage, having honed their skills throughout their careers to create their own unique musical sound.
