Metal, Hardcore, Indie, Rock
Shogun Mojo – an exciting new collaboration between legendary Kiss guitarist Tommy Thayer and acclaimed singer-songwriter Dan Reed of Dan Reed Network fame – is thrilled to share the new single and official video, “Gonna Raise Hell”, taken from the self-titled debut album, out on October 30, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl.
Dan Reed commented: “The new Single ‘Gonna Raise Hell’ is a straight up invitation to give a hundred and ten percent to everything you put your mind to… from the obvious of partying into the night, but also to romance, to celebration, even to whatever your passion is for in life… and accept that sometimes what we believe are angels in our lives come with a dark side, and sometimes the people we have hatred for may be in our path to bring us insight and wisdom. So let’s raise hell together… starting with tonight… see what tomorrow brings!”
Watch the official video for “Gonna Raise Hell” HERE
Pre-Order “Shogun Mojo” HERE
Shogun Mojo is the explosive new rock collective masterminded by legendary guitarist Tommy Thayer (KISS, Black ’N Blue) and acclaimed vocalist Dan Reed (Dan Reed Network), uniting decades of arena rock legacy, musical innovation and pure rock’n’roll spirit.
Backed by an exceptionally tight lineup featuring drummer Robert Ikiz and bassist Bengt Jonasson, the band delivers a debut album packed with towering hooks, driving energy and electrifying performances.
Tommy Thayer commented on the record, by saying: “I’ve always loved doing projects like this because they give me a chance to step outside of my usual world and just create, play guitar and have fun making music. Dan and I go back a long way, and it’s been great getting to know Bengt and Ikiz over the past year and discovering the chemistry we have together. Shogun Mojo really came from that shared energy, getting in a room, playing, writing and seeing where it took us. There’s a great spirit and camaraderie in this band that comes through in the music, and I’m excited for people to finally hear what we’ve created together.”
“This debut album is a reflection of all the rock records both Tommy, Bengt, Ikiz and I grew up listening to! Even Brion James from my band Dan Reed Network has a co-write on the album called ‘Funk Party’! What we captured in the studio is playing live together like bands did in the 70s, and the outcome is a record that’s groovy, rowdy funk rock celebration of life. At least that was the goal”, added Dan Reed. “In a world of AI music, we took it back to the roots of having fun writing in a room together and recording in a room together. We hope you feel what we attempted to capture. We are often told ‘People don’t want to hear guitar solos anymore’… so Tommy has a guitar solo in every song!”
Musically, Shogun Mojo channel the infectious melodic punch of classic late ’70s and early ’80s hard rock, blending the anthemic spirit of KISS with the soulful intensity and unmistakable swagger of Dan Reed’s vocal style. Fans of Dan Reed Network’s “Slam” will immediately connect with the album’s vibrant mix of massive choruses, funk-infused grooves and feel-good rock energy – but with a warmer, more organic and timeless sound that recalls the golden era of analog-driven rock records.
Raw, dynamic and unapologetically alive, Shogun Mojo’s debut is a celebration of big riffs, earworm melodies and the enduring power of classic hard rock reinvented for a new generation.
“Shogun Mojo” Tracklist:
1. Funk Party
2. Under The Gun
3. Gonna Raise Hell
4. Nothing To See Here
5. Turn It Up
6. In The Air Tonight
7. Dog Eat Dog
8. Fire With Fire
9. Fight For The Light
10. Star Rider
Line Up:
Dan Reed
Tommy Thayer
Bengt Jonasson
Robert Ikiz
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