Joel Hoekstra, best known to rock fans as the current guitarist for Whitesnake and Trans-Siberian Orchestra (and also known for his work with Night Ranger and the Broadway show Rock of Ages), returns with his second album, ‘Running Games‘ from his electrifying solo project, Joel Hoekstra’s 13 on February 12, 2021. Joined by Russell Allen (vocals), Tony Franklin (bass), Vinny Appice (drums), andDerek Sherinian (keyboards), Joel and company pick up where his debut, ‘Dying To Live‘ left off.
We know it was a bit of a wait for the second single from Joel Hoekstra’s 13‘s upcoming new album, “Running Games”, but it was well worth it, we promise! Please enjoy the track ‘Finish Line’ and the accompanying awesome animated music video! Watch the video for “Finish Line” HERE:
Long hailed for his fiery, tasteful guitar playing, Hoekstra‘s playing here raises the bar to a new level. Pre-order/save the album here: https://orcd.co/runninggames
Tracklist:
Finish Line
I’m Gonna Lose It
Hard To Say Goodbye
How Do You
Heart Attack
Fantasy
Lonely Days
Reach The Sky
Cried Enough For You
Take What’s Mine
Running Games
Lay Down Your Love (Bonus Track – Digital)
Line-up:
Joel Hoekstra (Whitesnake/Trans-Siberian Orchestra) – guitars Russell Allen (Symphony X, Adrenaline Mob) – lead vocals, backing vocals Vinny Appice (ex-Black Sabbath, DIO) – drums Tony Franklin (ex-The Firm, Blue Murder) – bass Derek Sherinian (Sons Of Apollo, Dream Theater, Black Country Communion) – keyboards Jeff Scott Soto (Sons Of Appollo, Trans-Siberian Orchestra) – backing vocals
Special Guests:
Lenny Castro (TOTO) – percussion Chloe Lowery (Trans-Siberian Orchestra) – backing vocals Dave Eggar (Evanescence, Coldplay) – cello Katie Kresek (Adele, Five For Fighting) – violin, viola