THE DEAD DAISIES Complete First Album With Ex-FOREIGNER Singer KELLY HANSEN

Supergroup collective THE DEAD DAISIES has completed work on a new studio album for a tentative February 2027 release. The effort will mark the band's first full-length release since the addition of former FOREIGNER frontman Kelly Hansen.

Kelly's addition to THE DEAD DAISIES was announced in October, following the departure of former MÖTLEY CRÜE singer John Corabi, who enjoyed two stints with the band (2015–2019 and 2023–2026).

On November 9, THE DEAD DAISIES shared a few photos from the studio and included the following message: "And that's a WRAP from The Mix Room!

"The new album is MIXED, being mastered, and then it's straight to the North Pole!

"We're aiming for a release towards the end of February 2027, with the exact date still to be announced!

"Can't wait for you all to hear what we've been cookin' up!

"Stay tuned... plenty more to come!"

In early October, THE DEAD DAISIES released the first single with Hansen, "Lift Me Up", as a preview of what lies ahead.

Fronted by Hansen, the current THE DEAD DAISIES lineup features guitar work from Doug Aldrich (WHITESNAKE, DIO) alongside rhythm from guitarist David Lowy (MINK, RED PHOENIX). Rounding out the rhythm section are heavy-hitting drummer Tommy Clufetos (BLACK SABBATH, Ozzy Osbourne) and bassist Jimi Crutchley (THE QUIREBOYS).

Hansen commented: "When I left FOREIGNER after 20 great years, I told everybody I wasn't 'retiring' just moving on to other things. This project gives me the opportunity to stretch out with some new melodies, a new vibe and fresh energy. We're gonna rock it!"

Aldrich stated: "'Lift Me Up' started off as a dead simple guitar riff and heavy groove. As the song progressed, the melody just grew from there. It's very melodic and the lyric reflects positively and a vibe to lift us up in these crazy times.

"We're working on more cool music for the album right now and I'm excited about where it’s heading. It's also gonna be amazing to be onstage with Kelly again after all these years! His vocal range is exceptional and he's a badass frontman. Can't wait to get out there and see you all in 2027!!"

THE DEAD DAISIES will hit the road for an extensive global tour in 2027. While their confirmed spring leg runs through Europe from March 4 to March 21, the band has also announced an upcoming USA tour leg for 2027.

Audiences can expect an explosive live set bringing the band's new tracks and classic fan favorites to stages worldwide.

Lowy stated: "We're fired up about the direction THE DAISIES is taking. Kelly has slotted in and it just feels right. We've got a killer record taking shape and looking forward to a big year of touring ahead. Bring on 2027!"

Hansen is one of rock’s most distinctive and commanding vocalists, best known for his two-decade tenure fronting legendary rock band FOREIGNER.

Hansen first made his mark in the 1980s as lead vocalist of Los Angeles hard rock band HURRICANE, joining the group in 1985. Signed to Enigma/Capitol, HURRICANE released three acclaimed albums during their original run and scored five Top 20 MTV videos, with tracks including "I'm On To You". It was during the HURRICANE years that Hansen first crossed paths musically with Aldrich, forging a connection that would come full circle decades later.

In 2005, Hansen joined FOREIGNER, taking on one of rock’s most demanding catalogues and becoming the voice of the band for the next 20 years. Alongside founding guitarist Mick Jones, Hansen helped take FOREIGNER to a new generation of fans while touring extensively around the world. During his tenure, the band released the studio album "Can't Slow Down" in 2009, which entered the Billboard chart in the Top 30.

After two decades with FOREIGNER, Hansen stepped away from the band in 2025, bringing an extraordinary era of constant international touring to a close.

With his unmistakable voice, formidable stage presence and decades of experience at the highest level of rock, Hansen now brings that fire to THE DEAD DAISIES as the band heads into a new era of music and global touring in 2027.

Hansen's addition to THE DEAD DAISIES came three months after the departure of Corabi, whose exit was announced in July after a three-year run with the band.

John's departure from THE DEAD DAISIES was made official a little over a month after the band reunited with Glenn Hughes for a show on May 30, 2026 at the Arcada Theatre in St. Charles, Illinois. Glenn joined Aldrich, Clufetos and Lowy for this rare performance — under THE PURPLE DAISIES banner — delivering a 50/50 split set, kicking off with 10 of THE DEAD DAISIES' favorite tracks followed by almost as many iconic DEEP PURPLE classics. Following the positive response to the sold-out St. Charles concert, THE PURPLE DAISIES announced that they would perform a second show on October 2, 2026, at The Canyon Club in Agoura Hills, California. That concert ended up being canceled after Hughes announced his retirement from touring and live performances.

Hughes left THE DEAD DAISIES in May 2023 after a four-year run with the band. He was later replaced by a returning Corabi. It was Corabi's second stint THE DEAD DAISIES. He originally joined in 2015 and departed four years later to make way for Hughes.

Last November, THE DEAD DAISIES digitally released a recording of the band's closing performance at the Stonedead festival on August 23, 2025.

THE DEAD DAISIES' latest collection of original material, "Light 'Em Up", came out in September 2024 via Germany's SPV and Japan's Ward Records. The LP was helmed by Marti Frederiksen, who has previously collaborated with AEROSMITH, DEF LEPPARD, Jonny Lang and Sheryl Crow, among many others.

THE DEAD DAISIES were touring last year in support of their first full-fledged blues album, "Lookin' For Trouble", out now via Fame / Malaco Records. Tracked live at FAME Studios, the album's singles — "Boom Boom", a take on the John Lee Hooker classic, and "Crossroads", a tribute to Robert Johnson — have earned praise for their energy and authenticity.

Corabi joined THE DEAD DAISIES in early 2015 and remained in the group until January 2019, during which time he recorded three studio albums with the band: "Revolución" (2015),"Make Some Noise" (2016) and "Burn It Down" (2018). In the summer of 2019, THE DEAD DAISES announced that they were being joined by Hughes, who appeared on two of the band's studio albums, 2021's "Holy Ground" and 2022's "Radiance".