Jeff Rouse has been officially named as the new bassist for Fozzy. Photo/Damien Dennis
[dropcap]D[/dropcap]o you wanna start a war? Fozzy sure does!
The band announced today that they will be embarking on a headlining tour of their own later this year to promote their new album, “Do You Wanna Start A War.” Currently in the midst of a tour alongside Theory of a Deadman, Fozzy will start a 19-date trek beginning November 20 in Flint for the Cinderblock Party Tour.
Texas Hippie Coalition and Shaman’s Harvest will be joining the tour in support of Fozzy.
Additionally, Fozzy also announced that bassist Jeff Rouse is now officially with the band. Rouse has played in the past with Duff McKaden’s Loaded and is also the lead singer and guitar player for The Guessing Game. After former bassist Paul DiLeo left Fozzy in May, Rouse stepped in and immediately had an impact and impression on the band’s live performance and sound.
Frontman and former WWE champion Chris Jericho said he is excited to welcome Rouse into the band.
“His attitude, energy, charisma and playing skills instantly make Fozzy a better and we are looking forward to a long, prosperous and sexy relationship with him,” Jericho said.
Guitarist and songwriter Rich Ward shared Jericho’s sentiments.
“The first time I saw Jeff play with Duff McKagen’s Loaded, it was immediately apparent that I was watching a special talent,” Ward said. “He’s a pocket player with killer tone and amazing stage presence. One of the few total package musicians that I have ever known and it’s an honor to call him a band mate and, more importantly, my brother.”
“I’m stoked to have been asked to join Fozzy and to hit the road to support ‘Do You Wanna Start A War!’ Can’t wait to see everyone out there!” Rouse said of the news.
Fozzy is currently touring with Theory of a Deadman through October 12. Tour dates for the remainder of that tour and the Cinderbloc Party Tour can be found below.
Tour
09/30 Nashville, TN @Cannery Ballroom (with Theory of A Deadman)
10/01 Ft. Wayne, IN @ Piere’s
10/02 Baltimore, MD @ Ram’s Head Live (with Theory of A Deadman)
10/03 Knoxville, TN @ The International (with Theory of A Deadman)
10/05 New York, NY @ The Gramercy Theatre (with Theory of A Deadman)
10/06 Lancaster, PA @ Chameleon Club (with Theory of A Deadman)
10/07 Boston, MA @ House of Blues (with Theory of A Deadman)
10/08 Sayreville, NJ @ Starland Ballroom (with Theory of A Deadman)
10/10 Rochester, NY @ Water Street Music Hall (with Theory of A Deadman)
10/11 Cleveland, OH @ House of Blues (with Theory of A Deadman)
10/12 Boalsburg, PA @ Number One Cycle Center (with Theory of A Deadman)
Cinderblock Party Tour
11/20 Flint, MI @ Machine Shop (w/ Texas Hippie Coalition and Shaman’s Harvest)
11/21 Steger, IL @ Another Hole In The Wall (w/ Texas Hippie Coalition and Shaman’s Harvest)
11/22 Minneapolis, MN @ Mill City Nights (w/ Texas Hippie Coalition and Shaman’s Harvest)
11/24 St. Louis, MO @ Pop’s (w/ Texas Hippie Coalition and Shaman’s Harvest)
11/25 Rockford, IL @ District (w/ Texas Hippie Coalition and Shaman’s Harvest)
11/26 Kenosha, WI @ Brat Stop (w/ Texas Hippie Coalition and Shaman’s Harvest)
11/28 Joplin, MO @ Rock 3405 (w/ Texas Hippie Coalition and Shaman’s Harvest)
11/29 Lubbock, TX @ Jake’s Backroom (w/ Texas Hippie Coalition and Shaman’s Harvest)
11/30 Dallas, TX @ Trees (w/ Texas Hippie Coalition and Shaman’s Harvest)
12/02 San Antonio, TX @ 210 Kaponse Live (w/ Texas Hippie Coalition and Shaman’s Harvest)
12/03 Houston, TX @ Scout Bar (w/ Texas Hippie Coalition and Shaman’s Harvest)
12/04 New Orleans, LA @ Parish @ House Of Blues (w/ Texas Hippie Coalition and Shaman’s Harvest)
12/05 Destin, FL @ Club LA (w/ Texas Hippie Coalition and Shaman’s Harvest)
12/06 Jacksonville, FL @ Aqua in The Roc Bar Room (w/ Texas Hippie Coalition and Shaman’s Harvest)
12/07 Cape Coral, FL @ Dixies Roadhouse (w/ Texas Hippie Coalition and Shaman’s Harvest)
12/11 Lake Buena Vista, FL House of Blues (w/ Texas Hippie Coalition and Shaman’s Harvest)
