Swedish hard rockers Crazy Lixx’s new studio album, Thrill Of The Bite, is set for release on 14th February 14th, via Frontiers Music Srl. Ahead of that, new single and official video ‘Hunt For Danger’ is out now.
Guitarist Chrisse Olsson commented on the new track: “I’m really excited about our next single and music video release for ‘Hunt For Danger’, from our upcoming album Thrill Of The Bite. To me, this song is the perfect result of drawing inspiration from all the music I grew up with and all those great bands that influenced me and my musicianship from an early age. A song with a vibe from a time and an era that really made a mark, shaped my life and still inspires me to make music to this day.
“When I first pitched this song to the band, I was fairly convinced that they would like it just as much as I do and I’m extremely proud of the result and everybody’s contribution in making this into what I feel has the potential to become a real Crazy Lixx classic. An obvious choice for a single in my book, and I’m glad the label and the band agreed. This is a song that is sure to take you back in time.”
Vocalist Danny Rexon expressed his enthusiasm for the new album, saying: “So stoked to finally reveal the news of our upcoming album, set to be released in February 2025. Even though we did release some new songs on the compilation album earlier this year, it has been quite a while since the fans got a proper full length studio album with all originals, but now we can finally announce that that time is soon upon us. And dare I say that this album is one really worth waiting for? Personally, I’m really proud and happy with how it came out and I think that the response to the two singles we’ve put out so far (‘Call Of The Wild’ and ‘Little Miss Dangerous’) gives us a clear indication that our fans seem to agree.”
Rexon also commented on what was the first single: “And just to sweeten the good news even more here we are with another banger from the upcoming album, called ‘Midnight Rebels’. Probably one of the happier and more party-friendly songs on the album, but still with that darker lyrical theme (which you might have guessed by now, no?). Happy listening, hope you guys enjoy it!”
Since the latest studio album release with Street Lethal back in the winter of 2021, fans have been eager to hear new Crazy Lixx material, and even though the compilation album Two Shots At Glory (2024) gave the listeners some covers, fresh takes on old songs and a couple of new tracks, this next studio album is what they have all been dying to hear.
Thrill Of The Bite is said to be packed with powerful anthems, memorable riffs and melodies, electrifying guitar solos, and the larger-than-life sing-along energy that fans have come to expect from the band, delivering what is already shaping up to be one of the bands strongest works in their 20+ year career.
The album features tracks that highlight the band’s ability to balance their nostalgic, sleaze-metal roots with their love for the 80s and early 90s, drawing inspiration from the flamboyant heavy metal and movies of that era alike. Crazy Lixx has teased a few tracks, suggesting a turn to a heavier, riff-driven style while maintaining their signature melodic choruses and glam-influenced attitude.
With Thrill Of The Bite, Crazy Lixx is poised to continue their reign as one of Sweden’s premier retro hard rock bands.
Hailing from Malmö, Sweden, the band formed in 2002 and has become known for their energetic performances, catchy hooks, and an unapologetic revival of the glam metal sound from the late 80s, Crazy Lixx has become a flagship of the New Wave of Swedish Sleaze Metal. The band draws inspiration from acts like Def Leppard, Mötley Crüe, Alice Cooper, Ratt, Skid Row and Guns N’ Roses, blending melodic hard rock with modern production values and a keen eye (and ear) for 80s and 90s nostalgia.
Crazy Lixx first gained global recognition with their breakthrough albums Loud Minority (2007), New Religion (2010) and Crazy Lixx (2014), including hits like ‘Blame It On Love’, ‘21 ‘Til I Die’, ‘Hell Raising Women’ and ‘Girls Of The 80s’, that have all become favourites among the fans and classics in the modern hair metal community.
The band’s lineup has evolved over the years, but it is led by founder and frontman Danny Rexon, whose vocals, songwriting and music production skills are the driving force behind the group. Alongside him, the band currently consists of bassist and creative sidekick Jens Anderson, guitarists Jens Lundgren and Chrisse Olsson, and the newest addition in the form of drummer Robin Nilsson.
Thrill Of The Bite features the tracks: ‘Highway Hurricane’, ‘Who Said Rock N’ Roll Is Dead’, ‘Little Miss Dangerous’, ‘Call Of The Wild’, ‘Recipe For Revolution’, ‘Run Run Wild’, ‘Midnight Rebels’, ‘Hunt For Danger’, ‘Final Warning’ and ‘Stick It Out’. The album can be ordered here and you watch the official video for ‘Hunt For Danger’ here at RAMzine.
