RICHIE KOTZEN Releases New Solo Single 'Ivory Queen'

Acclaimed guitarist/vocalist Richie Kotzen has released a new solo song, "Ivory Queen". The official lyric video for the track can be seen below.

In a video message, Richie stated about the inspiration for "Ivory Queen":  "'Ivory Queen' is not a woman. It's just a metaphor for the sort of embodiment of approval that many folks seek, external validation, and the constant chase of that. So that's really what the song's about. The lyrics are written out on the YouTube channel. We put up the YouTube video today. And that's it. New song, if you're interested. It's out."

This past May, Kotzen surprised fans with the digital release of another newly recorded song, "Catch A Star".

Kotzen has always been on a clear, laser-focused mission as an artist. While he is rightfully acknowledged worldwide for being a stellar guitar player, an emotive singer, and, frankly, a balls-out dynamic live performer to boot, Kotzen is quite aware he must maintain an ever-vigilant eye on ensuring one particularly important creative arrow in his artistic quiver continues to be properly nurtured — and that is his songwriting. Throughout his career, Kotzen has released over 20 solo albums, showcasing his versatility across genres. His collaborations with bands like POISON and MR. BIG brought him international recognition. In 2012, he co-founded the supergroup THE WINERY DOGS, releasing acclaimed albums that blend hard rock with blues influences.

Kotzen has performed on some of the biggest stages in the world since he first signed a deal with Shrapnel Records in 1988 as a guitar prodigy. He began releasing records both as a solo artist and in the aforementioned bands. Now known also as a prolific songwriter and one half of acclaimed duo SMITH/KOTZEN with IRON MAIDEN's Adrian Smith, Richie's ever-growing back catalog ensures that his fans around the world are constantly treated to his prodigious talent both recorded and live.