Rikki Rockett and Tracii Guns’ super group Devil City Angels cancel 2nd show of US tour
Facebook — Devil City Angels kicked-off their debut US tour yesterday but have already been forced to cancel show #2. The band and its members took to social media earlier today to get the word out to fans about the last minute cancellation. Below are some screen captures from the group.
The DCA super group formed in June 2014 and features 3 platinum 80’s rock stars. Tracii Guns former L.A. Guns guitarist, Eric Brittingham (Cinderella) on bass and Poison drummer Rikki Rockett. The group are fronted by Brandon Gibbs who previously had played with Brittingham, guitarist Jeff LaBar (Cinderella) and drummer Troy Patrick Farrell (White Lion, The Raskins) in Cheap Thrill.
Devil City Angels have already released a short E.P. of music which can be heard on the band’s ReverbNation page.
The band has an active website and the guys have been blogging to keep fans informed.
Rikki Rockett posted a message a week ago on August 28th that we have posted below.
The Devil City bus leaves for Nashville rehearsals tomorrow, then off to the first tour dates!
It will be tough for us to leave our families, friends and children. The routine changes and the rock road life sets in. All four of us are used to it. It’s not new to us, but it always takes some getting used to again. With all of that being said, we are ready for this! This is an exciting new chapter in our lives and we only hope that we can spread that excitement around a little.
See ya out there!
– Devil City Rikki
DEVIL CITY ANGELS 2014 TOUR
SEPT 4 SOUTHPORT BAR & GRILL (CONCERT HALL) INDIANAPOLIS, IN
SEPT 5 DIESEL CONCERT LOUNGE, CHESTERFIELD, MI
SEPT 6 FISH HEAD CANTINA, HALETHORPE, MD
SEPT 7 MVP BAR & GRILLE, CINCINNATI, OH
SEPT 10 BOURBON STREET, NEW PORT RICHEY, FL
SEPT 11 CLUB LA, DESTIN, FL
SEPT 12 CONCERT PUB NORTH, HOUSTON, TX
SEPT 13 GAS MONKEY, DALLAS, TX
SEPT 19 PZAZZ EVENT CENTER, BURLINGTON, IA
OCT 10 VAMP’D, LAS VEGAS, NV
OCT 17 AFTERSHOCK, MERRIAM, KS
OCT 24 THE METAL GRILL, CUDAHY, WI
OCT 25 GREEN BAY DISTILLERY, GREEN BAY WI
From the bands ReverbNation Bio
It doesn’t get any more original than Devil City Angels. Devil City Angels formed in June, 2014 with plans to tour all across the country.
This phenomenal super group promises an energetic, entertaining show with some of their multi-platinum hits blended with new, original material. This powerhouse will draw new fans, along with the existing loyal fans of their combined projects, to love their electrifying performance and songs. This stellar artist line up also features founding members of Poison, Cinderella and LA Guns. ” I think people are really ready for just some pure fun rock” says Rikki Rockett. “We’re just here to rock” and they want the fans to do nothing but enjoy it! A finely tuned, guitar driven sound that also has a groove rock feel to it. Expect the unexpected! Right out of the gate, Devil City Angels released the rocking, upbeat song “All My People”. This song title says it all about the band and their feelings towards the fans that made them who they are today. After fans experience a Devil City Angels performance, they will leave feeling good and wanting more. The buzz…Devil City Angels – a must see event!
Meet DEVIL CITY ANGELS:
Rikki Rockett (Drummer) – best known as founding member and drummer of Poison for almost 30 years, selling over 20 millions records. In 2007, Rikki created the company Rockett Drum Works because, as a drummer himself, he understood how a beneficial a custom kit would be to other artists. Since then, the company has taken off to be a thriving business endorsing some of the best drummers in the music industry.
Eric Brittingham (Bassist) – the versatile & stylistic bass player who brings the bass to life. Eric is best known as an original member of the multi platinum band Cinderella. Eric’s other projects include Naked Beggars and Let it Rawk. Eric and Brandon Gibbs formed Cheap Thrill in early 2013, and he has been touring with him ever since.
Tracii Guns (Lead Guitarist) – most notably credited as founding member and lead guitarist for L.A. Guns, as well as the following: Hall of Famers Guns N Roses, all star band Contraband and Brides of Destruction. Throughout his career, he has sold over 7 million records.
Brandon Gibbs (Lead Vocals/Guitar) – the powerhouse voice, songwriter and guitar player who started his career at the age of 14, with his twin brother in a band called Gibbs Brothers. During his tenure with Gibbs Brothers, a friendship formed with Rikki Rockett leading to Rockett producing the bands CD. (Brothers N Arms) Brandon was content to be the blues/rock guitar player, who captivated the audience with his mesmerizing, beyond his years guitar playing. In late 2010, Brandon took his guitar on the road for a one-man acoustic show, where he connected with the voice he had never unleashed. He began recording songs and by August, 2012, his song “This Town”, was on ESPN2 and NHRA season. Brandon teamed up with Cinderella bassist, Eric Brittingham, and started touring as an acoustic duo. They later added guitarist Jeff LaBar (Cinderella) and drums to create Cheap Thrill, which toured for almost 2 years, and appeared on the Monsters of Rock, Cruise to the Edge and Moody Blues Cruises in 2013 & 2014. He has stunned audiences with his tireless performance and unique stage presence. Brandon is the front man that people are going to want to see again and again.
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