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Kentucky Rockers Mojo Thunder Announce New Single ‘Holy Ghost’
Rock & Roll band Mojo Thunder celebrate the announcement of their upcoming sophomore album The Infinite Hope out August 16, 2024 with their single “Holy Ghost.”
Written by guitarist Bryson Willoughby, this scorcher tells the tale of a preacher who uses his power and position in his community to sow discord and create chaos.
Of “Holy Ghost,” Willoughby says, “Small town preachers are a community staple. This one inflates his sense of being by claiming a moral authority made permissible by a relationship with God. Scared of change and losing privilege, he makes an enemy out of progress, which manifests itself in a murder for hire.”
“Holy Ghost” by Mojo Thunder is a blast of fiery rock & roll. This band has their finger on the trigger of tight rhythm. With a great lead singer (Sean Sullivan) whose vocal phrasing simply nails it, Mojo Thunder’s new single is one hot song. It features a compelling story, catchy hooks, outstanding musicianship, and conviction to the music. This band is going places. Twin guitars anyone? Slamming drums? “Holy Ghost” is the perfect appetizer for their upcoming album.
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Produced by Duane Lundy (Ringo Starr, Justin Wells, Sturgill Simpson) at the Lexington Recording Co., The Infinite Hope sees Mojo Thunder crafting their most diverse soundscapes, not only leaning into the nostalgic rock foundation of their 2021 debut album, Hymns from The Electric Church, but their more modern influences like Kings of Leon, My Morning Jacket and Radiohead as well.
Additionally, Willoughby shares, “We’re finding our footing musically where we don’t have to rely on old tropes so much. With this record we wanted to showcase all of our influences instead of relegating ourselves into one particular place.”
On the album’s 10 tracks the band, comprised of Bryson Willoughby (guitar), Sean Sullivan (vocals), Zac Shoopman (drums), and Andrew Brockman (bass), explores everything from the dark side of activism (“Holy Ghost”) and civil rights (“Memphis”) to the healing power of a live concert experience (“Greetings from Western Art”) and the feeling of not being enough (“Step by Step”).
“We all shared the desire to do things as a unit, to perform, to mine for as many dynamics and emotion in their performances, but still putting the priority on the songs,” says Lundy about the recording process. “The lyrics are thoughtful and meaningful, something that I feel like is often slighted in current rock material, but my main takeaway was the quality of people they are. Their invitation meant a great deal to me, and I feel like I have four new family members.”
In support of the record the band will perform a select run of Kentucky concerts leading up to its release prior to embarking on a month-long European tour that includes stops in Germany, France, Spain and more. Full details can be found at mojothunder.com.
In addition to the band’s core lineup, The Infinite Hope also features contributions from Seth Murphy (cello on “The Sun Still Rises” and “Grace”), Lee Carroll (organ on “Memphis” and “Greetings From Western Art”), and Duane Lundy (synthesizers and keyboards).
Founded as an edgy, hard rock band in 2018, Mojo Thunder have built up a rabid fanbase in the time since with its enthralling live shows and down-to-earth humility. During that time the band has become one of the most entertaining new acts to emerge from Kentucky — a state otherwise known for its bluegrass and country music — opening for the likes of All Them Witches, Justin Wells and Tyler Childers.
The Infinite Hope – Track Listing
The Sun Still Rises (4:28)
Coming Back to You (4:46)
Step by Step (3:25)
Let it Fall (4:00)
Holy Ghost (3:09)
Memphis (5:04)
Caroline (4:45)
Gettin’ On a Binge (4:17)
Grace (4:44)
Greetings from Western Art (7:37)
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