Classless Act | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Los Angeles, CA |
| Genres | Hard rock, glam rock |
| Years active | 2019–present |
| Labels | Better Noise |
| Members | Derek Day*
Griffin Tucker* Dane Pieper* Franco Gravante* Chuck McKissock |
| Past members | London Hudson* Niko Tsangaris* |
| Website | https://classlessact.com/ |
Classless Act is an American rock band from Los Angeles. The band is currently signed to Better Noise Music and gained notoriety in 2022 opening for Def Leppard and Mötley Crüe on The Stadium Tour.
Biography
Classless Act has existed in various different lineups since 2016, with the current incarnation coming together in 2019. The band was formed by drummer London Hudson, son of Guns N' Roses guitarist Slash, and guitarist Niko Tsangaris, both of whom have since left the group.[1] The band's debut single "Give It To Me" was released in 2021.[2] Classless Act was announced as the opening act for The Stadium Tour on July 9, 2021[3] replacing Tuk Smith and The Restless Hearts. Their debut album Welcome to the Show was released on June 24, 2022. The album was produced by Bob Rock and was recorded at the home studio of Tommy Lee.[4][5] Lee also recommended the band as the opener for the tour.[4] The album featured guest appearances by Vince Neil, Justin Hawkins, and Keith Nelson.[6] Lead singer Derek Day performed the Mötley Crüe songs "Live Wire" and "Home Sweet Home" at the Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concert at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California on September 27, 2022, alongside Lee, Nikki Sixx, and Dave Grohl.[1]
Classless Act's latest single, "Storm Before the Calm (feat. DMC)", was re-released on June 23, 2023, and features Darryl Matthews McDaniels, also known as DMC, from the rap group Run-DMC.
Members
Current members
- Derek Day (Lead Vocals, Guitar)
- Griffin Tucker (Lead Guitar, Vocals, Drums)
- Dane Pieper (Rhythm Guitar, Vocals, Keyboard)
- Franco Gravante (Bass, Vocals, Guitar)
- Chuck McKissock (Drums, Bass, Vocals)
Former members
- London Hudson (Drums)
- Niko Tsangaris (Guitar)
Discography
- Welcome to the Show (2022)
- Welcome to the Acoustic Show (EP) (2022)
References
- 1 2 Moayeri, Lily (October 21, 2022). "Classless Act Is More Than Just Swagger And Snarl". Spin. Retrieved April 25, 2023.
- ↑ Rockpit, The (February 6, 2023). "CLASSLESS ACT Pays Homage To David Bowie With Double-A-Side Single". The Rockpit. Retrieved April 26, 2023.
- ↑ Blabbermouth (July 9, 2021). "CLASSLESS ACT To Join MÖTLEY CRÜE And DEF LEPPARD On 2022 Stadium Tour". BLABBERMOUTH.NET. Retrieved April 26, 2023.
- 1 2 Andrew Daly published (December 20, 2022). "Classless Act's Dane Pieper on touring with Mötley Crüe and Def Leppard, and working with Bob Rock on their debut album, Welcome to the Show". guitarworld. Retrieved April 26, 2023.
- ↑ Elizabeth, Brooke (July 30, 2022). "Interview: Derek And Griffin Of Classless Act Talk The Stadium Tour". Folk N Rock. Retrieved April 26, 2023.
- ↑ Moonpublished, Grant (July 26, 2022). "Classless Act are the opening act on the Stadium Tour – and they're coming for you next". louder. Retrieved April 26, 2023.