Well, it was quite a run. Derek Davis, guitarists John Mathews and Ron Freschi, drummer Jamey Pacheco and bassist Robb Reid started the band in 1987. Davis, Freschi, Reid and Pacheco still remained until now…
From the BABYLON A.D. FACEBOOK:
Dear Babylon A.D. Friends, Family, and Fans:
Today, I announce my official departure from the Babylon A.D. band. In December 2019, I published an informal notice of my separation. News that my 37-year affiliation was soon to end was broadcast in interviews, press releases, and by word of mouth. This is to honor our shared B.A.D. legacy, as I exit this part of my life and move forward with new creative ventures.As a founding B.A.D. member, I want to thank each and every one of you for your gracious support, love, and kindness over the decades. The B.A.D. journey brought many triumphs, as our creative collaboration built an enduring fan base and we signed with Arista Records in the 1980s. Our legacy evolved as we toured the globe, recorded original music, and etched a lasting signature in rock & roll history.I want to thank my band members, past management, record companies, producers, crew, and promoters for their support of Babylon A.D. over three and a half decades.To B.A.D.’s new drummer, Dylan Soto, congratulations! As I pass you the torch, I wish the best of luck to you, mate, enjoy the ride. Hit me up if you ever want to discuss anything B.A.D. I’m sure you will thrive.In 2020, I relocated to Las Vegas and accepted the leadership of the Tribute act, Duran Duran Duran, following two years as a drummer, co-producer, and creative director. Creative brand management, musical directorship, and live performance bring me joy and fulfillment, as my Vegas dream flourishes. Today, I celebrate D3’s talented, diverse cast of performers as we realize the vision going forward.I look back with pride at the success with which I have been blessed in the last twenty years. My continuing career in brand design, my years serving as a design educator at the college level, the growth and achievement of my adult children, and the permanent honor I derive from my shared B.A.D. rock & roll legend.Music and a Life of creativity are mine—one of fulfillment and happiness.
GOD Bless!Jamey
BABYLON A.D. Has just released a live album as well:
The new album includes their top-ten rock-radio classic hits “Hammer Swings Down”, “Kid Goes Wild”, “Bang Go The Bells” from their debut release, their hit “Bad Blood” from the “Nothing Sacred” album, and songs from their studio albums “American Blitzkrieg”, “The Lost Sessions” and their last release “Revelation Highway” are all featured. The fourteen hard-rocking tracks on “Live Lightning” showcase the high-energy, powerful live performances that Babylon A.D. is renowned for. Formed in 1988, Babylon A.D. hail from the San Francisco Bay Area, CA. Original members, Derek Davis vocalist/songwriter, guitarists and music writers John Mathews and Ron Freschi, drummer James Pacheco and bassist Robb Reid were all in childhood rival bands before they began playing together. In 1989 Babylon A.D. caught the attention of Arista Records president and industry music mogul “Clive Davis”, who signed them at a live showcase in Los Angeles thanks to their impressive three-song demo and a homemade video. Their self-titled album “Babylon A.D.” was released in 1990 and included their hard rock classic hits “Bang Go The Bells”, “Hammer Swings Down” and “The Kid Goes Wild”, which was the trailer song and promotional video for Orion Pictures (ROBOCOP 2). more information here: https://perrisrecords.com/latest-releases
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