Close Enemies, an electrifying new supergroup featuring rock legends and industry veterans, is making waves as they announce their partnership with TLG|ROCK for management and label services. The highly anticipated record will be distributed through Virgin Music Group. Despite their band name, Close Enemies is a tight-knit group of musical trailblazers, each boasting illustrious careers that have shaped the landscape of rock music.

The band consists of:

• Tom Hamilton (Bass): A multiple Grammy winner, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, and bassist for Aerosmith, the biggest-selling American rock band of all time.
• Tony Brock (Drums): A legendary drummer known for his work with The Babys and Rod Stewart.
• Peter Stroud (Guitar): Renowned guitarist who has toured with icons like Sheryl Crow and Don Henley.
• Trace Foster (Guitar): A seasoned musician with decades of experience as a touring and recording guitarist.
• Chasen Hampton (Vocals): A powerhouse singer whose career began as a child star on the 90s Mickey Mouse Club and as a member of the pop group The Party.

Close Enemies brings together these five extraordinary talents in a shared vision to create music that blends their unique styles and expertise into a dynamic new sound.

The band’s debut single, “Sound of a Train,” is set for release on January 17, 2025, marking the start of an exciting new chapter for these seasoned musicians. Their collaboration with TLG|ROCK and Virgin Music Group represents a shared commitment to delivering music that resonates deeply with fans and pushes creative boundaries.

Tom Hamilton expressed his excitement: “We’re really excited to be working with TLG/Virgin on the release of the Close Enemies record! They’re genuinely as excited about it put as we are! Can’t wait to see what happens!”

Tony Brock added, “TLG/Virgin are the perfect match for Close Enemies as we are both SUPERGROUPS! ? Can’t wait to see the results!!”

The sentiment was echoed by guitarist Trace Foster, who shared, “After spending a year on the writing and recording of this record, we were not going to sign with just anyone to put it out. Once we spoke with Dennis Sanders and his team at TLG/Virgin, we knew we had an ally with the same vision.”

Chasen Hampton called the partnership an honor: “Honored to join forces with history! TLG/Virgin/Universal Music Group are all proven visionaries and a perfect fit for this band of brothers. We are excited to get this music heard and be a part of this new family.”

Peter Stroud added, “We could not ask for a better partner with Denny and The Label Group. His experience across all fronts of the industry is a perfect fit for Close Enemies. And I always prefer flying Virgin! It’s an honor to be playing with these musical brothers and now working with the ultimate team.”

Denny Sanders, CEO of TLG|ROCK, shared his enthusiasm: “My good friend Andy Gallagher of the band Overhaul sent me the music. I absolutely loved it, then to find out who’s in the band, well that was just icing on the cake. We are all thrilled here at TLG to be working with Close Enemies.”

Close Enemies will hit the road to support their debut single with a series of highly anticipated performances. Fans will have the chance to experience the band’s electrifying sound live at the following venues:

• Wednesday, January 8, 2025 – City Winery, Philadelphia, PA
• Thursday, January 9, 2025 – City Winery, NYC
• Friday, January 10, 2025 – City Winery, Boston, MA
• Tuesday, January 14, 2025 – The Rex Theater, New Hampshire
• Thursday, January 23, 2025 – Daryl’s House, Pawling, NY
• Saturday, January 25, 2025 – City Winery, Nashville, TN
• Tuesday, January 28, 2025 – City Winery, Chicago, IL
• Wednesday, January 29, 2025 – City Winery, St. Louis, MO

Close Enemies’ debut record promises to be a celebration of musical mastery and creative synergy. With a lineup of iconic artists and a powerhouse team supporting their release, the band is poised to make a lasting impact in the world of rock music.

Stay tuned for more updates, and don’t miss the chance to catch Close Enemies live as they launch what is sure to be an unforgettable journey in music history.