Black Eyed Sons - A New Rock 'n' Roll Collective - Members of The Quireboys and Down n' Outz are joined by an amazing collection of fellow musicians for a joyous collaboration of mutual admiration and musical celebration.
Enjoy the debut album 'Cowboys In Pinstriped Suits" released via Off Yer Rocka recordings 31st January 2025. Since the band announced they were working on their highly anticipated new album, "The Band Rolls On", what was already becoming a chance for a musical rebirth metamorphosized into something far bigger and more ambitious. The final cuts feature distinguished collaborations from a multitude of Rock Royalty. The band, their management and close friends within the industry all agreed that this should be treated as a stand-alone new project, a Rock 'n' Roll Collective going under the name "Black Eyed Sons", a nod to a previous album from their extensive back catalogue. The revised album title, "Cowboys in Pinstriped Suits” is named after one of the eleven tracks and features none other than Def Leppard’s Joe Elliott alongside Alice Cooper guitarist Ryan Roxie and bass grooves from Chip Z’Nuff. Guy Griffin commented "It's been nice to take a break and focus on the writing. Working with our own band as well as so many friends within the industry has done nothing but inspire us to write and create this exciting new project. We've done the hard work getting the tracks laid down, we're now looking forward to going back out on the road as Black Eyed Sons and delivering something entirely new from five musicians who've been playing together for over twenty years. Relationships break down sometimes, that’s Rock 'n' Roll, everyone does their thing, but we want to make sure there's no confusion as to what this is. Whilst we're proud of our musical history, that was then, this is now. It's onwards and upwards.. so let the music do the talking." Joe Elliott added, "Having worked with these guys since 2009 in the greatest “other” band I could ever hope to work with, The Down ’n’ Outz, it just felt totally natural for me to reciprocate the love these guys have shown me by contributing to what is essentially a new beginning for them. So welcome to the mad world of Rock ’n’ Roll, you Black Eyed Sons.." - Joe Elliott (Cowboys in Pinstriped Suits).
Other collaborators had this to say:
“This song feels so real and natural. Like a hug from an old friend. I’m proud to be a part of it.” - Charlie Starr (Autumn Reigns) -
"My friendship with the Quireboys started a long time ago and each time our paths have crossed, the bond has grown stronger. Therefore, I would lie if I didn’t say that in the back of my mind there always was a wish to do something together. So, I am more than thrilled when I was invited to sing on the Black Eyed Sons new album and that they also gave me a song where I could be who I am’’ ⁃ Mike Tramp (Your True Colours) -
“I go back 30 years with these guys. A band that I’ve always loved and respected. To be asked to be part of this project was a great thrill, and proud moment as a guitarist.” - Scotti Hill (Dig Me out of this Hole) - “I’ve known Griff since the beginning of our respective careers…we are both from the old school baby, and Griff has always been the embodiment of rock n’ roll - genuine, classy, trashy, and an attitude that exemplifies what it is to be a rock n’ roll troubadour“ ⁃ Ryan Roxie (Cowboys in Pinstriped Suits/Can't Put Your Arms Around A Memory) -
“Since you graced us with your presence on the Wolves’ debut album, it’s only fair we should be a part of your debut as Black Eyed Sons. All the best!” - Kyf Brewer / Company Of Wolves (Foolin’ Yourself) -
“Not only was it a pleasure to play guitar & sing on this record but it was also an honour to have Griff & the band record one of our songs!" - Steve Conte / Company Of Wolves/Michael Monroe/NY Dolls (Foolin’ Yourself) -
Band: Guy Griffin (lead vocals/guitar); Paul Guerin (guitar); Keith Weir (keyboards); Nick Mailing (bass); Pip Mailing (drums)
Track listing:
Lie To Me
Medicine (w/ Josh Todd, Stevie D from Buckcherry)
Foolin' Yourself (w/ Steve Conte from NY Dolls, Mike Monroe, Kyf Brewer from Company Of Wolves/Barley Juice)
Autumn Reigns (w/ Charlie Starr from Blackberry Smoke)
Cowboys In Pinstriped Suits (w/ Joe Elliott from Def Leppard, Ryan Roxie from Alice Cooper, Chip Z’Nuff from Enuff Z’Nuff)
Don't Throw Me In The Corner (w/ Chip Z’Nuff from Enuff Z’Nuff)
Your True Colours (w/ Mike Tramp from White Lion)
Savoir Faire (w/ Alan Clayton from Dirty Strangers, Steve Conte from NY Dolls, Mike Monroe, Chris Johnstone from Quireboys)
Dig Me Out Of This Hole (w/ Scotti Hill from Skid Row)
So Glorious (w/ Dan Reed from Dan Reed Network)
Can't Put Your Arms Around a Memory (w/ Ryan Roxie from Alice Cooper)
