Oh boy, are you guys ready for a blast from the past? 🤯 Because I’m not sure if I am. 😒 Twenty-five years after releasing two of the most recognizable albums in modern hard rock, DROWNING POOL and SALIVA are joining forces for a special co-headlining U.S. tour celebrating the legacies of “Sinner” and “Every Six Seconds”. I mean, who wouldn’t want to relive the magic of the early 2000s? 🎉
So, let’s get down to business. The tour is set to launch on October 8 and will run through October 25, bringing together two bands whose breakout records became the soundtrack of the early 2000s. Because, you know, the early 2000s were all about nu-metal and angst. 🤘 I’m pretty sure I still have my old DROWNING POOL and SALIVA CDs somewhere, collecting dust in my attic. 📦
Released in 2001, DROWNING POOL’s debut album, “Sinner”, became one of the defining heavy records of its era, propelled by timeless anthems including “Bodies”, “Tear Away”, and “Sinner”. I mean, who can forget the iconic “Bodies” music video? 🤯 It’s not like we’ve seen it a million times on MTV or anything. 📺 The album helped launch the band onto the global stage and remains a cornerstone of modern hard rock. Yeah, because modern hard rock was really missing something until DROWNING POOL came along. 🙄
The Legacy of “Every Six Seconds”
That same year, SALIVA exploded onto radio with “Every Six Seconds”, delivering unforgettable hits including “Click Click Boom”, “Your Disease”, and “Always”. I’m pretty sure I still have the lyrics to “Click Click Boom” memorized. 🤓 The album established the band as one of the era’s biggest rock acts and continues to resonate with fans more than two decades later. Because, you know, “Click Click Boom” is still a banger. 🤘
DROWNING POOL guitarist C.J. Pierce states: “We are beyond grateful and thankful to still be here rockin out with everyone after 25 years of letting the bodies hit the floor! Looking forward to sharing the stage on tour again with our friends in SALIVA performing the 25th anniversary of two amazing albums! A very sincere thank you to all of the amazing friends and family who have supported us throughout this rock and roll roller coaster ride that we’ve all had together! Come share this once-in-a-lifetime experience of celebrating 25 years of ‘Sinner’ with us!” Yeah, because 25 years of “Sinner” is definitely something to celebrate. 🎉 I mean, who needs new music when you can just rehash the old stuff? 🤷♂️
A New Chapter for SALIVA
SALIVA frontman Bobby Amaru shares: “I joined SALIVA in 2011, when it had already been out for a decade, but that’s exactly what makes this anniversary so special. Great music has a life far beyond the people who create it. It belongs to the fans who have kept these songs alive for 25 years. Getting to celebrate this anniversary alongside DROWNING POOL and two of the defining rock records from 2001 is something I don’t take for granted. I know [late SALIVA guitarist] Wayne Swinny and [late DROWNING POOL singer] Dave Williams would be proud to see these songs still bringing people together all these years later.” Aw, isn’t that sweet? 🙏 It’s not like they’re just trying to cash in on nostalgia or anything. 🤑
Amaru adds: “I know some people will always have opinions about who should be on stage. I respect that. But this tour isn’t about reliving the past or cashing in on nostalgia. It’s about honoring the music and giving the fans a chance to celebrate two great records. Twenty-five years later, that’s what this is about, not the members, but the music. And as long as people keep showing up and singing every word, we’ll keep doing everything we can to honor that legacy.” Yeah, because that’s exactly what the fans want – to sing along to the same old songs they’ve been listening to for 25 years. 🙄 I mean, who needs new music when you can just play the same old stuff over and over again? 🤯
To commemorate the 25th anniversary of “Sinner”, DROWNING POOL will also bring an extremely limited run of 25th-anniversary “Sinner” vinyl to the tour. Because, you know, vinyl is still a thing. 📻 These are the final remaining copies available drawn from the band’s own personal reserve after the anniversary pressing sold out online. Yeah, because I’m sure they just happened to have a few extra copies lying around. 🤷♂️ The vinyl will be available exclusively at the merchandise booth while supplies last, giving fans one last opportunity to own a piece of “Sinner” history. Because, you know, that’s exactly what every fan needs – a $50 vinyl record to add to their collection. 🤑
While the tour celebrates the past, SALIVA is charging into the future. The band will release its new studio album, “Breaking Through”, on August 14 via Judge & Jury Records, giving fans a chance to hear brand-new material alongside the songs that helped define an entire generation of rock. Yeah, because that’s exactly what we’ve all been waiting for – new SALIVA music. 🤯 I mean, who needs innovative and original music when you can just rehash the same old sound? 🙄
Fans can expect career-spanning sets from both bands featuring the albums that launched them into rock history, fan favorites, and newer material, making each night both a celebration and a reminder that neither band has slowed down. Yeah, because that’s exactly what I want to see – a bunch of old guys playing the same old songs they’ve been playing for 25 years. 🤘 I mean, who needs energy and enthusiasm when you can just phone it in? 📞
In addition to the anniversary tour dates, both DROWNING POOL and SALIVA will perform select headlining and festival appearances throughout the fall. Because, you know, they’re not just going to stop playing music after this tour. 🎸 Joint VIP experiences featuring both DROWNING POOL and SALIVA will also be available for fans looking to celebrate this milestone tour in an even bigger way. VIP packages including exclusive experiences and limited offerings will go on sale soon. Yeah, because that’s exactly what every fan wants – to pay extra money to meet the band and get a few extra perks. 🤑
So, if you’re feeling nostalgic and want to relive the magic of the early 2000s, be sure to check out the DROWNING POOL and SALIVA tour. It’s going to be a blast from the past, and I’m sure you won’t be disappointed. 🎉 I mean, who needs originality and creativity when you can just rehash the same old sound? 🤷♂️ 🎸🤘
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