The band debuts on the Billboard Blues Albums chart
Fogthat has soared to the top spot of the Billboard Blues Albums chart with the highly anticipated and critically acclaimed release of Sonic Mojo, their first new album in seven years. It’s the first time the band—which originated in 1971—has ever landed at No. 1 on any of Billboard’s charts after a new album release.
The album is an eclectic blend of originals and iconic covers by some of their favorite musicians, and a testament to Foghat’s enduring legacy. Founding drummer Roger Earl, guitar virtuoso/engineer/co-producer Bryan Bassett, bass maestro Rodney O’Quinn and lead singer/guitarist extraordinaire Scott Holt have crafted an album that’s a time capsule of their glory days.
The new album was released November 10th on their own label, Foghat Records, and is distributed by Select-O-Hits, part of the Sun Records family in the US In Europe, the album is rocking out via Metalville Records. Available in various formats, Sonic Mojo boasts 12 electrifying tracks.
The album’s three singles, “Drivin’ On,” “She’s a Little Bit of Everything” (co-written by the late Kim Simmonds from Savoy Brown) and “I Don’t Appreciate You” are streaming on the band’s official YouTube page.
Foghat’s music transcends generations and is an indelible part of the soundtrack of their lives for many of their fans. Their electric energy keeps fans of all ages moving, from Baby Boomers to Gen X’ers and Millennials. It’s about the music, and Foghat lives and breathes it. Whether you discovered them through Guitar Hero III, Dazed & Confused, or their 1972 debut album, Foghat is the real deal. Their audience is as diverse as their music, united with one purpose: to boogie the night away!
The band’s journey began in 1971, and their legacy is written in rock history with eight gold records, one platinum record and one double platinum record.
