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MARK MORTON’s debut solo album Anesthetic out now

Mark Morton, the prolific guitarist of Lamb of God has released his solo debut today via WPP and Spinefarm Records. The record, produced by Josh Wilbur and executive produced by Jake Oni, sees him further explore his creative drive for writing and collaboration.

The album was made alongside a dream team of highly respected musicians from a multitude of musical worlds; some friends and some who would never be expected to collaborate with metal genre leaders Lamb of God. Singers on the album include Chester Bennington, Randy Blythe, Jacoby Shaddix, Myles Kennedy, Alissa White-Gluz, Mark Lanegan, Chuck Billy, Jake Oni, Josh Todd, Mark Morales, and Naeemah Maddox. Musically, Morton performs all guitars, with Roy Mayorga, David Ellefson, Ray Luzier, Paolo Gregoletto, Alex Bent, Mike Inez, Jean-Paul Gaster, Steve Gorman, Marc Ford, Yanni Papadopoulos, and Chris Brooks rounding out the band.  

Billboard has posted an exclusive interview with Morton and three track by track description videos where Mark discusses the three tracks that have been released from the album so far. Those are “Cross Off,”“The Truth is Dead” and “Save Defiance”.  Read the interview and watch the videos HERE.

Mark has also released some very nice track by track commentary videos for all tracks on the album. See him explain how all tracks on the album came together. All videos can be viewed HERE on YouTube, or click below to start with the first track “Cross Off” and see the other track commentaries on the top right.

The full track listing, complete with the list of guest artists, is below.

1. Cross Off
Written by Mark Morton, Chester Bennington, Jake Oni and Josh Wilbur
Vocals – Chester Bennington
Guitars – Mark Morton
Bass – Paolo Gregoletto
Drums – Alex Bent

2. Sworn Apart
Written by Mark Morton, Jacoby Shaddix and Josh Wilbur
Vocals – Jacoby Shaddix
Guitar – Mark Morton
Bass – Mark Morton
Drums – Alex Bent

3. Axis
Written by Mark Morton and Mark LaneganVocals – Mark Lanegan / Myles Kennedy
Guitar – Mark Morton / Marc Ford
Bass – Mike Inez
Drums – Steve Gorman

4. The Never
Written by Mark Morton, Josh Wilbur, Jake Oni
Vocals – Chuck Billy / Jake Oni
Guitar – Mark Morton
Bass – David Ellefson
Drums – Roy Mayorga

5. Save Defiance
Written by Mark Morton, Myles Kennedy and Josh Wilbur
Vocals – Myles Kennedy
Guitar – Mark Morton
Bass – Mike Inez
Drums – Ray Luzier

6. Blur
Written by Mark Morton, Josh Wilbur and Mike Inez
Vocals – Mark Morales
Guitar – Mark Morton
Bass – Mike Inez
Drums – Steve Gorman

7. Back From The Dead
Written by Mark Morton, Josh Todd and Josh Wilbur
Vocals – Josh Todd
Guitar – Mark Morton
Bass – Mike Inez
Drums – Roy Mayorga

8. Reveal
Written by Mark Morton, Jean-Paul Guster, Chris Brooks, Maeemah Maddox and Yanni Papadopoulos
Vocals – Naeemah Maddox
Guitar – Mark Morton
Bass – Yanni Papadopoulos
Drums – Jean-Paul Gaster
Keys – Chris Brooks

9. Imaginary Days
Written by Mark Morton, Josh Wilbur and Mark Morales
Vocals – Mark Morton / Mark Morales
Guitar – Mark Morton
Bass – Mike Inez
Drums – Ray Luzier

10. The Truth Is Dead
Written by Mark Morton, Josh Wilbur, Randy Blythe and Alissa White-Gluz
Vocals – Randy Blythe / Alissa White-Gluz
Guitar – Mark Morton
Bass – David Ellefson
Drums – Roy Mayorga

Mark Morton will embark on a co-headline tour with Light the Torch this spring. Moon Tooth will also appear. The live configuration of Morton’s band will include Mark Morales (Sons of Texas) on lead vocals, Doc Coyle (Bad Wolves, God Forbid) on guitar, Nick Villarreal (Sons of Texas) on bass, and Art Cruz (Prong, Winds of Plague) on drums, plus additional special guest appearances along the way.

Tickets and VIP Meet & Greet Packages are available HERE.


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