Riot V frontman Todd Michael Hall is set to release his second rock solo album, “Off The Rails,” on October 18 through Rat Pak Records. Collaborating once again with Metal Church’s founding guitarist Kurdt Vanderhoof, the album features 10 new tracks, plus two bonus songs, all rooted in classic rock influences.
Explaining the album’s inspiration, Todd reflects: “Some crazy things have happened over the last few years, so Off The Rails seemed like a great title for a new album. No matter how crazy life gets, music always has the ability to get us back on track and people will find an overall uplifting theme throughout my newest album.”
After the success of their first collaboration on “Sonic Healing,“ Todd and Kurdt decided to join forces again. “Kurdt and I enjoyed working together so much on the first album that we both wanted to create a second album,” says Todd. “Off The Rails has the same awesome classic rock energy with great riffs and melodic vocals, but with a bit more emotion interspersed throughout.”
Kurdt took a unique approach to the songwriting, aiming for a sound that differs from typical metal guitarists. He notes: “I wanted to focus on creating guitar-driven music that delivers something outside the realm of what most people would expect from a metal guitarist. I wanted the compositions to stand on their own.” Todd adds: “Give it a spin, crank it up, and let this locomotive take you rockin’ down the tracks!”
With standout songs like “The Doctor,” “Off the Rails,” “Sitting On Top Of The World,” and “Can’t Get Enough,” the duo taps into their shared love of legendary rock bands such as Boston, Rush, Styx, Foreigner, and REO Speedwagon. Todd’s dynamic vocals combined with Kurdt’s powerful riffs create an album packed with energy, melody, and depth.
Pre-orders are available HERE.